Ieshia & Christian
Wedding Party
Steve Rudd
Father of the Groom
One fun fact about Steve is that he is a chef at heart. His hobbies and interests include attending classic car shows and finding new recipes to make. His favorite song is "Grassroots" by 311 or country music in general. When it comes to food, Steve enjoys anything he can put on his smoker. His favorite movie is "Tombstone," and he enjoys watching documentary series on TV. When asked about what he is most excited about for the wedding, Steve finds it tough to choose just one thing since it feels like the couple is already married. However, he mentions looking forward to a special Pap-Vexx dance! His favorite memories with the bride and groom are hard to pick, but Steve recalls moments like Ieshia Mando Mando time or any series they have watched together. He also cherishes the memory of meeting Christian for the first time and willingly taking on the challenge of being his dad. As for advice for the couple on their wedding day, Steve urges them to always remember their commitment to each other. He also advises them to never go to bed angry or arguing; instead, they should work through any issues before going to bed or stay up all night trying to figure things out.
Suzy Rudd
Mother of the Groom
One fun fact about Suzy is that she has been in an actual boxing match. She enjoys spending time with the family, boxing (which her daughter-in-law humorously calls "powpowing"), and tasting all the good food her husband makes. Her favorite song or music genre is anything really, but if she had to pick a favorite artist, it's PINK. Suzy's favorite food includes Italian and nachos, and her favorite movie and TV show are "Pretty Woman" and "Grey's Anatomy,". One of the things she is most excited about for the wedding is watching her son Christian's face as Ieshia comes down the aisle, as well as the mother-son dance. When asked about her favorite memory with the bride/groom, Suzy couldn't pick just one, but she noted how excited they were to surprise us at a party to let us know that we were going to be grandparents! Her advice for the couple on their wedding day is to not stress out, calm down, and enjoy every moment - just let it happen and take it all in!
Austen Merrell
Best Man
He knows the couple getting married through his brother the Groom. Austen has a fun fact about himself: he makes makes music. When it comes to hobbies, Austen enjoys fishing, music, and going to the gym. His favorite food is pasta, and his favorite movie is Tombstone. Austen is excited to see his nieces and nephew all dressed up. He's also looking forward to the reception, where he hopes to get drunk and make fun of the bride and groom. One of his favorite memories is when Christian was trying to drift on their way to school and almost hit a fire hydrant His advice to the couple is to enjoy their wedding day and get fucked up!
Stephan Hodges
Groomsman
He is the groom's cousin. Stephan can recite dialogues from almost any movie he's seen. Besides his love for films, he is a skilled drummer in a metal band, builds and drives RC cars, and is an avid motorcycle enthusiast. EDM and metal are his favorite music genres, and he loves Cajun chicken. Forrest Gump is his favorite movie, and he enjoys watching Futurama and Parks and Rec on TV. Stephan is most excited to witness Christian and Ieshia lock it down! His best memory of the couple is hanging out with them in Suzy & Steve's hot tub they are hilarious together. Stephan believes that the truth is subjective, it's always the both of you vs. the issue, not each other.
Torrin Christopher Hodges
Groomsman
He knows the couple getting married through his cousin(Groom)who has the tremors. Torrin has a fun fact about himself: he's Christian's best looking and strongest cousin. When it comes to music, Torrin loves Stevie Wonder's "Superstition." He also enjoys skateboarding and making jokes about people. Torrin's favorite food is fudge brownies, and his favorite movie is Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse. He's most excited about the wedding finally happening. His favorite memory with the groom is when he got caught fraternizing with a girl on Grammy and Grandad's waterbed. He still laughs about it at least once a week. His advice to the couple is that The day is about them, so make it whatever the hell they want.
Gabe Hodges
Groomsman
Gabe is one of Christians cousins. Gabe is known as the songbird of his generation. He enjoys going on adventures with his little one, music production, and the outdoors, including hiking, swimming, and camping. His favorite song is "Selecta" by Skrillex and his all-time favorite pizzeria is The Pie. Gabe's favorite movie is "Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls." What excites him most about the wedding is that Christian will finally be held down and off the streets. A favorite memory between the groom and gabe is "The Meat." Gabe's advice for the couple on their wedding day is to remember that they're as young as they'll ever be, and remember to slow down and enjoy themselves.
Henry Beal
Groomsman
He knows the couple through Christian, his best friend since high-school. Henry is proudly colorblind, adding a unique twist to his perspective on life. Cooking, hiking, and playing music are some of his hobbies and interests. He particularly enjoys indie folk music and has a fondness for Thai cuisine. When it comes to movies and TV shows, anything featuring Ryan Reynolds and/or Sandra Bullock catches his attention. Henry is most excited about seeing the Barnes kiddos all dressed up for the wedding. His favorite memories with the bride and groom include double dates filled with fun activities like drive-in movies, steakhouses, hiking, and treasure hunting. As advice for their wedding day, Henry suggests the couple enjoy themselves to the fullest and not hold back on making the most of their special day.
Isaiah Cook
Groomsman
He is a close friend of the couple. He loves puppies as a fun fact about himself and also enjoys guns, computer security, and cars as hobbies. Isaiah's favorite music genre is rock, and his favorite food is Chinese. If he's watching something, it's likely Death Note playing on the screen. Isaiah is most excited for the wedding to see his best friends say their vows and get married! His favorite memory with the bride and groom is going to Get Lucky 2022 and partying hard with them. Isaiah advises the couple to be happy with one another and love each other for who they are.
Joshua Craig Crismon
Groomsman
He is a long-time friend of Christian who he met through a mutual friend and Ieshia through Christian. One fun fact about Joshua is that he lived in Japan for three years. He enjoys playing Dungeons & Dragons and taking photos in his free time. Joshua's favorite song is "Love Don't Die" by The Fray and his favorite music genre is Lo-fi. He loves mashed potatoes and his all-time favorite movie is "Transformers" while his favorite TV show is "Avatar the Last Airbender." What Joshua is most excited about for the wedding is to see his best friend happy and all grown up. His favorite memory with the groom was watching the Hobbit movies so they could go to theaters and watch "The Battle of the Five Armies." His piece of advice for the couple on their wedding day is to find a hobby they both enjoy.
Jake Albert Stanger
Groomsman
He's one of the groom's closest buddies. Something most people don't know is he has webbed toes! Jake enjoys building cars and semi trucks in his free time. He's a Reggae fan, with Edge of the Ocean by Stick Figure being his favorite song. When it comes to food, Jake can't resist a good cheeseburger and onion rings. Futurama and Dumb and Dumber are his favorite movies and TV shows. He's most excited to see two people he loves come together and build a life together. Jake's favorite memory with the groom involves a summer filled with video games, trampolines, the wall, and night games. His advice to the couple is to remember that spending time together is just as important as spending time apart because we all need "our" time.
Kira Strong
Mother of the Bride
One fun fact about Kira is that she has driven across the country three times. She enjoys traveling, cruising, and listening to old school hip hop music. Kira's favorite food includes Mexican gumbo and king crab legs. Her favorite movie and TV show are "Super Natural" and "The Lion King,". Kira is most excited about the whole wedding experience. Her favorite memory with the bride/groom is watching Christian deliver Vexxica. Kira's advice for the couple on their wedding day is that staying happily married will be one of the hardest things they do in their life, but also one of the most rewarding next to raising their kids.
Shawn Strong
Father of the Bride
Shawn identifies himself as an amateur writer and enjoys cooking in his free time. Beenie Siegal’s "I Can Feel it in the Air" is his favorite song. His favorite food is the perfect steak and lobster combo while his favorite movie is Cinderella Man. Shawn is most excited about the wedding because it’s about two fantastic individuals finding each other, falling in love, and making a lifelong commitment to each other. As for his favorite memory of the couple, it's the time that they went camping and enjoyed the great outdoors together. Shawn's one piece of advice to the couple on their wedding day is to grow with each other. Love each other during the good times, but to love each other more during the bad times.
Lynda Lou Mounteer Steadman
Grandmother of the Bride
Despite being a bit clumsy, she has an infectious laughter that brightens any room. Lynda enjoys horseback riding and has a green thumb, spending her free time indulging in gardening. When it comes to music, she has a soft spot for oldies that never fails to transport her to cherished memories. Her favorite dish is a satisfying combination of seafood and pasta. As for movies, "I am Sam" holds a special place in her heart. Lynda is most excited about witnessing the bride and groom exchange vows and seeing the bride adorned in a stunning wedding dress while the groom looks dashing in a suit. One of her fondest memories is when the couple decided to attend a show, surprising everyone with their cute yet outrageous outfits. Lynda's advice for the couple on their wedding day is to always resolve any disagreements before going to bed and to never underestimate the power of expressing love and affection every single day.
Chelsea Wells
Maid of Honor
Chelsea Wells is one of the bride best friends. A fun fact about her is that she loves to cook. Her interest and hobby revolve around cooking, and her favorite genre of music is Rap. Pizza is her favorite food, and GTO is her favorite TV show. When asked what she's most excited for on the wedding day, Chelsea is thrilled to see her best friend walk down the aisle. Her favorite memory with the bride goes back to when Chelsea had just given birth to her son, Braysen, and the bride was pregnant with her son, Tony. They bonded over their shared experiences and have been closer than ever since then. Her advice to the couple is to pick their battles.
Hailey Ann Rudd
Bridesmaid
She knows the couple getting married because the groom is her brother. One fun fact about Hailey is that she describes herself as having "crackhead energy." Her hobbies and interests include being outdoors and singing. She enjoys country and hard rock music, and her favorite food is Italian. Hailey's favorite movie or TV show is "Project Fear." The thing she is most excited about for the wedding is finally having a sister. When asked about her favorite memory with the bride/groom, she simply states that every single one is her favorite. As for advice, Hailey humorously suggests that they shouldn't kill each other on their wedding day.
Evelynn Marie Garden
Bridesmaid
As the bride's sister you would think they've know each other their whole lives, yet they only met 8 years ago . A fun fact about Evelynn is that she is always ready for anything that comes her way. Dance is her biggest hobby and interest, and she enjoys all genres of music. Steak is her favorite food, and she can't decide between "Golden Girls" or "Twilight" as her favorite movie or TV show. Above all, she is thrilled to see her sister marry the love of her life. Her favorite memory was when they took her to Get Lucky for her 18th birthday, and Christian proposed. She advises the couple to make sure they take time away from everyone to soak up the day.
Danyelle Rowley
Bridesmaid
She met the couple at a rave, although she doesn't remember the encounter. A fun fact about Danyelle is that she likes to snowboard. Her hobbies include arts, makeup, movies, and various other interests. Reggae is her preferred music genre, and she loves the movie Beauty and the Beast. Danyelle is most excited to hear the couple's vows during the wedding. Her favorite memory with the couple is the amazing Halloween party they threw! Her advice for their wedding day is good luck with those gremlins y'all keep having!
Maddison Ivy Miles
Bridesmaid
She first met the couple getting married through a mutual friend and has been excited to be part of their journey ever since. A fun fact is that she is always down for anything. Maddison has a passion for music and roller skating, with EDM being her favorite music genre. When it comes to food, she loves Chinese cuisine, and her favorite movie is Warm Bodies. One of the things Maddison is most excited about for the wedding day is watching the bride walk down the aisle. Her favorite memory with the bride and groom has been their cuddly movie nights, filled with love and laughter. Her advice for the wedding day is to never go to bed angry at each other.
Zoey Natasha Barlow
Bridesmaid
She met the couple through her boyfriend (Henry Beal). Zoey has a unique fun fact about herself: she was born into a cult. But despite her past, she's an outgoing person who loves adventures, camping, and good food! When it comes to music, Zoey loves indie and pop, while her favorite food is Thai. As a Disney fan, Zoey's favorite movies include Shrek and anything from Disney. On Christian and Ieshia's wedding day, she's most excited about seeing them celebrate with their loved ones. Zoey's favorite memory with the bride and groom was a drive-in movie double date. Her advice for the wedding day is to have tons of fun and enjoy yourselves! 🫶🏻
Callie Miller
Bridesmaid
She has known the bride since they were neighbors at just six years old. One fun fact about Callie is that she recently moved across the country. She enjoys reading and watching anime, as well as listening to pop music and eating pizza. Her favorite movie/show is Naruto. Callie is most excited about watching her childhood best friend marry the love of her life. Her favorite memory with the bride is spending an entire summer together during high school. Her advice for the couple on their wedding day is to relax and enjoy the day, and let someone else stress about the details because it's their special day.
Kim Brzozowski
Bridesmaid
Kim became friends with the couple after working with the bride. A fun fact about Kim is that she's from Chicago. She likes watching TV, especially shows like Yellowstone, and enjoys listening to country music. Tacos are her favorite food. Kim is most excited for the wedding day for Ieshia, the bride, to walk down the aisle. It's her favorite part of a wedding. However, she's equally excited about the party and after-party! Her favorite memory with the bride was going to her first rave, and instead of making it to the event, they ended up at an after-party rave! Kim's advice to the couple on the wedding day is never to stop laughing with each other.