Wedding Party
Iliana Salazar Figueroa
Bride
Iliana is a perfect mix of her mom’s heart and her dad’s grit. Being the firstborn daughter, granddaughter, and niece of the family taught her to lead with confidence and care deeply for those around her. Raised by two strong role models, she brings energy, love, and humor into every room she enters. She is the storm to Andy's calm, and together they make the perfect balance. Her family is her biggest priority and she cannot wait to marry her best friend with all her loved ones by her side. P.S.-- Iliana is extremely emotional so be prepared for some major ugly crying!
Andy Pierre-Louis
Groom
Being the youngest son, there is no better match for the oldest daughter! Leading his life with kindness and loyalty, Andy has always made it his mission to live up to the standards he was raised with. In addition to his hardworking parents, Andy's biggest influence has always been his late grandmother, Therese. She helped raise the man he is today and because of her he is eager to cook, clean, and put God first, always. Andy carries his grandmother close to his heart everywhere he goes and cannot wait to marry his best friend with her watching from Heaven.
Jessica Figueroa
Mother of the Bride
The heart of the household, Jessica is the powerhouse that holds Iliana and everyone together! She accepted Andy with open arms from the very beginning and has treated him like her own son (she makes him cook for her and take out the trash). She has inspired Iliana in so many ways and Iliana cannot wait to implement some of those same values in her own household. She is already so invested in the wedding planning process and cannot wait to also walk her oldest daughter down the aisle!
Rolando Salazar
Father of the Bride
Known for his tough love, Iliana and Andy are no strangers to Rolando's signature sarcasm, sense of humor, and unexpected wisdom. There is no doubt that Rolando is ecstatic to give his first daughter away to the first and only boy she ever brought home. People close to Iliana and Rolando know that the two of them may share some of the same traits. Other than stubbornness and enjoying the finer things, Iliana also looks a lot like him (just with more hair).
Carmel Pierre-Louis
Mother of the Groom
Carmel raised the wonderful man that is Andy, and we are so grateful to have her love and support. Her strength and kindness have shaped Andy into the person he is today. She always knew this day would come and she is so happy that Andy found someone that brings the best out of him. Carmel loves Iliana like a daughter and even taught her how to cook a few Haitian recipes that Iliana carries around in a recipe book!
Lenes Pierre-Louis
Father of the Groom
Lenes has always been a steady source of guidance and support in Andy’s life. He has shown him what it truly means to love your wife and care for your family, and Andy fully intends to follow in his footsteps. Lenes' wisdom and quiet strength have helped shape the man Andy is today and we know how proud he is to see his only son on his big day!
Joanne Salazar
Maid of Honor
Only five years apart, Joanne is actually Iliana's aunt. However, she is more like Iliana's older sister and confidant! There isn't anything the two can't tell each other, and Iliana often looks to her for words of encouragement and advice. Through all of life's ups and downs, these two have always stuck together and manage to come out on the other side through love, faith, and laughter. She has also been there since the very beginning of Iliana and Andy's relationship and once secretly took them on a movie date without Iliana's parents knowing because they were so strict. Now that's what you call a wingman!
Milani Salazar
Maid of Honor
Milani is Iliana's little sister and despite their age gap of 7 years, the bond they share is irreplaceable. There was no doubt that she would be Iliana's co-Maid of Honor and stand by her side. Whether they are laughing it up or going at each other's throats as sisters do, there is nothing they wouldn't do for each other. Milani also met Andy when she was just 10 years old and has been "character-building" him ever since. From chasing him at the playground to throwing shade at him any chance she gets, the bond she shares with him is definitely special. We can't wait to celebrate our big day with our little sister!
Evelyn Sanchez
Bridesmaid
Iliana and Evelyn originally met in elementary school and eventually crossed paths again over a decade later when Evelyn started dating Iliana's cousin, Anderson. It is clear they are meant to be in each other's lives and the two have gotten closer over the years by spending holidays together and even going on family vacations together. Iliana considers herself so lucky to have her as part of her wedding party and her family!
Terrie Pierre-Louis
Bridesmaid
Terrie has been by Andy’s side since day one and has had the privilege of getting to watch her "little-big brother" grow into the man he is today. As his protective older sister, Terrie has watched over him and continues to do so. She brings laughter, heart, and a fierce love to everything she does and we are so lucky to have her in our wedding party and in our lives!
Mindy Cruz
Bridesmaid
Mindy is one of Iliana's best friends from high school. Through thick and thin, the two went from playing hooky together to spilling tea over lunch dates. They can always count on each other to keep it real. Mindy also got to witness Iliana and Andy's relationship from the very beginning and has been rooting for Andy since day one!
Nia Gaines
Bridesmaid
Nia is Iliana's other best friend from high school. Nail tech turned bestie, their friendship grew after high school when Iliana started getting her nails done by Nia. They now bond over their talks about life, God, anything. Iliana, Nia, and Mindy have a special sisterhood and their friendship continues to grow as the years pass!
Gerald Hogu
Best Man
Gerald has been Andy’s closest friend since they met in the 6th grade. They have stuck together through every milestone, adventure, and major life moment. Loyal, hilarious, and full of unexpected advice, Gerald is the kind of guy everyone wants in their corner. A genuine character and a married man himself, there was never a question who would stand by Andy’s side on his big day!
Alonzo Corbin
Groomsman
Known for his quiet and unexpected humor, Alonzo and Andy go back all the way to the 5th grade. These two are men of few words, but always manage to get each other and those around them laughing. A rolling joke is that Alonzo likes to speak Haitian Creole with the guys, even though he is the only non-Haitian of the friendship group. Andy truly couldn't imagine not having Alonzo in his line-up on the big day!
Anderson Pujols
Groomsman
Anderson is Iliana's cousin and has been part of her life since day one. From fighting like brother and sister as kids to now standing by Andy’s side as a groomsman, Danny has been part of it all. After meeting at Iliana's 18th birthday party, Andy and Danny created a bond of their own and now share a brotherly relationship built on family time and laughter. Iliana and Andy are so happy to have him apart of their big day!
Winsky Forestal
Groomsman
Winsky and Andy have also known each other since the 5th grade and have stuck by each other's sides ever since. Known for his strong exterior, Winsky is not one to shy away from a challenge. Whether it's over some friendly competition, or raging over playing COD, these two bond like any brothers would and it's hard to stay serious around them. Andy is so grateful to have him by his side!
Ephraim Forestal
Groomsman
Ephraim has known Andy since the 7th grade and their bond has only grown stronger as the years go by. From seeing each other in the hallways at school to working out together in the gym, these two together are a recipe for some chaos. No matter where they are, they are completely unserious and there is no doubt you will be laughing the whole time near them. His comedic relief is something that Andy can't go without on his big day!
Rodney Delvat
Groomsman
Rodney and Andy met back in the 7th grade and have remained friends throughout the years. Even through life's up and downs, it's always a good time when these two link, and their friendship group wouldn't be the same without Rodney. Andy appreciates any advice he can get from his married friend and is happy to have him by his side on his special day!
