Wedding Party

Cecilia Hamilton

Bride

Cecilia grew up in Lafayette, LA and is a proud Ragin' Cajun. She is passionate about helping others which is why she became a school counselor. She loves nothing more than spending time with her family: Jimmy, Mason, Jack, Meatloaf, and Mavis. Her favorite things are Halloween, summer time, baking, watching Yankees baseball, Dr. Pepper, sleeping in, exercising, and Circa Survive. Fun fact: Cecilia is only 4 feet 11 inches tall.

Jimmy Polatsidis

Groom

Jimmy grew up in Jacksonville, AR in a family of mostly women. He is super proud of three things: his Greek heritage, being a Yankees fan, and his son, Mason. His favorite things include spoiling his fiancee, family time, his dogs, Circa Survive, meteorology, the beach, karaoke, working out, practicing with his band, Low Spirits. Fun fact: Jimmy was the drummer in a death metal band called Mary Bell's Day of Doom. Check out their 2019 reunion show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhKxetZ-pTw

DeDe Nicholson

Maid of Honor

DeDe is the best friend of the bride since 1999 and resides in Los Angeles, CA. They have lived in different states for the majority of their friendship but are still as close as can be. DeDe's favorite things include her fiance, acting, traveling, wine, and all things film/movies. DeDe is also a bride and will be changing her name to Matlock! Fun fact: DeDe wrote, produced, and starred in her own web series. Check it out here... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCay7ZpmAMzb4fYgww-ctC1Q

Drew Sventek

Best Man

Drew, brother in law of the groom, currently resides in North Carolina. He has been in Jimmy's life since Jimmy was a punk teenager, eating all of Drew's favorite cereal and drinking all of his Mountain Dew. Drew enjoys craft beer, Cleveland Indians baseball, video games, and listening to new bands with the groom. He loves spending time with his wife, sons, Jimmy the dog, and Bo the cat. Fun fact: Drew was the first person Jimmy told he was going to propose to Cecilia.

Justin Breaux

Man of Honor

Justin is the best friend of the bride since 2004 and resides in Lafayette, LA. They traveled all over the US together thanks to high school band trips. Justin and Cecilia's best friend charms are their sister puppies, Grace and Mavis, they adopted from the same litter. Justin's favorite things include teaching music, volunteering at Camp Quality, brunch, naps, and socializing. Fun fact: Justin and his mother won 1st place at a national bowling tournament when he was in the first grade.

Tyler Rebmann

Groomsman

Tyler, high school best friend of the groom, resides in Little Rock, AR. Tyler and Jimmy met through the local music scene and attended many shows together. When Tyler and Jimmy get together, it's always a party and Boyz II Men is usually playing in the background. Tyler, Jimmy, and James play in a band together called Low Spirits. Tyler enjoys playing music, working out, drinking wine, and hanging out with his awesome little brother Cross. Fun fact: Tyler used to go by the nickname Tyler Tornado in high school.

Josie Latiolais

Bridesmaid

Josie has been friends with the bride since 2005 and resides in Seattle, WA. They sat side by side playing the flute in band throughout high school. Josie and Cecilia enjoyed going to shows to see local bands and Mardi Gras-ing too hard together. Josie's favorite things are teaching music, her cat, Tim Burton, fall season, make up, friends and family, coffee, and going on adventures! Fun fact: Josie was voted best DJ and MC at her first job, Lafayette Middle School.

James Founds

Groomsman

James lives Jacksonville, AR with his wife, Stephanie and their daughter, Ellison. James and the groom have been best friends since high school. They having been playing music together for over a decade. James, Jimmy, and Tyler play in a band together called Low Spirits. James enjoys playing music, playing hockey, watching the Boston Bruins, hanging with his friends and wife, and being a great father to his brand new baby girl. Fun fact: James love to sketch and to build things.

Tracy Hatcher

Bridesmaid

Tracy, cousin of the groom, first met the bride in 2017. It didn't take long for the bride to become a part of the family. Tracy and Cecilia enjoy nights with the family that consist of karaoke, trivia, board games, and pool time. Tracy enjoys the beach, photography, raising her two girls with her husband, and family game nights. Fun fact: Tracy eats her fries in order by size, smallest to largest.

Terrance Hatcher

Groomsman

Terrance lives in Jacksonville, AR and is married to the groom's cousin, Tracy. They are the proud parents of two beautiful girls. Terrance and Jimmy have been known to put on awesome R&B performances at any party. Terrance, the best man, and groom are still waiting to start their own R&B group, be on the look out. He enjoys singing, woodworking and finding something new to be awesome at. Fun fact: Terrance recently opened his own woodworking business. Check it out https://www.facebook.com/thatcherwoodworks/

Stephanie Hamilton

Bridesmaid

Steph has been annoying the bride since 1992. Just kidding! These sisters became besties in their teenage years and are still close even though she lives in Baton Rouge, LA. Steph and Cecilia grew up sharing a room, clothes, hobbies, taste in music, and friends. Steph's favorite things are saving lives, art, food, cats, and standing up for what's right. Fun fact: Steph was a powerlifter in college and was invited to compete with the IPF World Junior Bench Team in 2014.

Tommy Hamilton

Groomsman

Tommy, brother of the bride, and the groom first met in 2016. Tommy and the groom both love sports, the city of New Orleans, and, of course, the bride. Tommy also enjoys video games, beer, complicated chemistry stuff, concerts, King Cake, and spending time with family. Fun fact: Tommy has two Bachelor degrees - one in Biology and one in Chemistry

Maria Sventek

Bridesmaid

Maria, sister of the groom, lives in North Carolina so visits are far and few between. However, after meeting the bride in 2017, it felt like they have known each other forever. Maria enjoys CrossFit, family game nights, speed puzzling, the beach, and raising her boys with her husband, Drew. Fun fact: Maria's dog's name is Jimmy. Yes, like her brother, Jimmy.

Justin Underwood

Groomsman

Justin, best friend of the groom since 2nd grade, lives in Cabot, AR. Justin and Jimmy met when they played on the same baseball team. They have grown up together, played in a band together, and have gone on many adventures together. Justin enjoys playing music, artwork, hanging out with his friends, and watching sports. Fun fact: Justin was born in Guam.

Megan Polatsidis

Bridesmaid

Megan, sister of the groom, and the bride met for the first time in 2019. They immediately became close and have bonded over psychology and fitness. Megan loves good food, New York, her Greek heritage, her fiancé, and her doggies. Fun fact: Megan's dog's name is Maria. Yes, like her sister, Maria.

Cody Bolton

Usher

Cody and the bride met in college marching band in 2009. Even though he is from Texas and lives in Memphis, he considers Lafayette, LA his home away from home. Cody has a million music degrees and the biggest heart. He enjoys traveling, twerking, surprising his friends, drinks, and good food. Fun fact: Cody once ate a live frog for $100.

Alexandria Buckles

Bridesmaid

Alex, sister of the groom, met the bride in 2017. Alex and Cecilia enjoy nights with the family that include board games, silly snapchat filters, watching game shows or Nightwatch. The bride and groom can always rely on Alex to dogsit their furbabies! Alex enjoys bowling, cats, crime shows, and Sonic ice cream. Fun fact: Alex is so quick to Google everything, that people call her, "Hey, Alexa!"

Tanner Harris

Usher

Tan became good friends with the bride and groom in 2018. He is from Arkansas, but lives in Memphis, TN. Tan enjoys raising his puppies, visiting friends and family, exploring new countries, and reading. Fun fact: Tan is a HUGE Harry Potter nerd.

Ashlyn Haynes

Flower Girl

Ashlyn is the cousin and godchild of the bride. This goofy girl loves spending time with all of her family. Some of her favorite things are playing outside, animals, sports, swimming, playing on her phone, and Sonic. Fun fact: We call Ashlyn the Tax Baby because she was born on April 15th.

Mason Polatsidis

Ring Bearer

Mason is the son of the groom and is a fun loving, outgoing, and super sweet 10 year old boy. He loves movie nights with his dad, Cecilia, and the doggies complete with popcorn, hot cocoa, and ice cream. He is always entertaining others and making everyone laugh. He loves Fortnite, board games, his phone, ice cream, and spending time with his family. Fun fact: Mason is the best beat boxer of all time.

Connor Hamilton

Ring Bearer

Connor, brother of the bride, lives in League City, TX. At only 8 years old, he is almost as tall as Cecilia. Connor loves his big brother and sisters so much. He is super smart and loves showing off his karate skills. Connor enjoys swimming, Poptarts, Star Wars, outer space, and his dog, Milly. Fun fact: Connor was born on his mother's 41st birthday!

Terrod Hatcher

Officiant