Wedding Party
Anna Rood
Maid of Honor
I've always known Annie would be my maid of honor one day. After all, she's my favorite little sister! It feels like one day we're kids and she's biting me because I didn't give her the Barbie she wanted, and the next she's crying on the phone with me because I just got engaged. We're each other's confidantes, and no one can make me laugh quite as much as she can, over things quite as ridiculous as she does... I'm so excited for her to be my maid of honor!!! -Rose
Kharl McCatty
Best Man
Like they said in Rush Hour 3, He’s my brother from another mother. Kharl and I met in high school and since then we’ve provided one another with shared stories that include fashion, music, sports, and traveling. Even though my birthday is a few weeks earlier, I’ve always viewed Kharl as an older brother. Favorite memory is definitely our 2019 boys trips that brought us all around Europe ! -Jesse
Natasha Chen
Bridesmaid
Natasha is Jesse's younger sister and my soon-to-be sister-in-law, for which I am so grateful. We've become close over the years, bonding over delicious dim sum and adorable kitties. Because she attends USF pursuing a degree in nursing, she lives nearby and stops by often. She's also a talented dancer, which she is very humble about, so I am obliged to brag for her. I'm so excited to have her by my side on my wedding day! -Rose
Jacob Rood
Groomsman
Jacob is Rose’s younger brother and my soon to be Brother-in-law. Both of us are Gators and he is currently is pursuing a graduate degree in film at FSU. Our favorite memory together was taking Rose to her first Gator game in the Swamp! -Jesse
Cyra Chitwood
Bridesmaid
Cyra and I grew up as close as cousins can be. As kids, most visits ended with us trying to secretly smuggle me back to her house just so we could hang out longer. As we got older, we’d watch scary movies, go on countless Cuban sandwich runs, and have endless conversations about the nuances of being a teenager, and later a young adult. Cyra lives in North Carolina and I miss her like crazy. I can’t wait to have her back for my wedding! -Rose
Joseph Chen
Groomsman
From countless hours gaming together as kids to traveling around the US as adults, my younger brother Joe has been in my life for as long as I can remember. Always down for an adventure, my favorite road trip was visiting the national parks of Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon in the span of a week! -Jesse
Brittani Brill
Bridesmaid
Britt and I have been best friends since the fifth grade; throughout middle and high school, we were glued at the hip and always up to some sort of mischief. Brittani has a wonderful son named Alex, to whom I have the honor of being godmother. She lives in Michigan with her amazing partner Jaime, and I visit every year. I'm so excited for her to be my bridesmaid! -Rose
Ian Kim
Groomsman
Ian and I met at PwC, when he spent a year coming down to Tampa for work. From beaches days to sharing & supporting one another’s goals in life, we always stayed in touch. Our travels have taken us to Ian’s wedding, Manu’s bachelor party, & Sacramento/Lake Tahoe, where Ian now resides. -Jesse
Dai Watson
Bridesmaid
Dai and I have been close friends since bonding during gym in middle school over a shared appreciation for the arts (emo music). The years since have only deepened our bond; we love going to concerts, drag shows, Ybor City, and the Parcade. We've supported each other through difficult times, and cheered each other through the wins. I am so happy to have her by my side! -Rose
Manu Chandrasekaran
Groomsman
I met Manu when we both served roles in our respective college dorms. As accounting majors, we ended up at the same company (PwC) post-grad. Manu would start his career in New York, while I moved to Tampa. We never stopped staying in touch! In 2022, Rose and I were invited to Manu’s wedding in Chennai. An unforgettable memory we’ll always be grateful for! -Jesse
Madison Whatley
Bridesmaid
Maddie and I are cousins, bosom sisters, and even old college friends! As kids, we’d always use family trips as a chance to discuss all our crazy escapades. I have some of the best sleepover memories from those days. We also went to the same university, where we discovered, among many things, that I am not an intramural flag football girlie (at least we tried!). Maddie lives in Boca Raton with her fiancé, Richie. I cannot wait to be one of her bridesmaids, and for her to be one of mine! -Rose
Ray Ng
Groomsman
Ray is my cousin and for years took on the role of an older brother role in my life. Whenever I had something I needed help with, I knew I could go to him. He has always been able to remain calm no matter what life threw at him. After working many years at an a ER, Ray is currently attending Columbia University’s School of Nursing. -Jesse
Hannah Wyatt
Bridesmaid
Hannah is one of my cousins-by-love that I grew up with and have remained close with over the years. She's someone that makes me laugh without saying a word, and I cherish that about her. Hannah is a talented hairdresser, and I've had the pleasure of sitting in her chair several times. I'm grateful that she'll be with me on the big day! -Rose
Justin Marty
Groomsman
Justin and I went to UF together and lived in the same dorm during freshman year. He was Clay’s roommate and is a lifelong Gator fan! After he moved to Tampa, he and the Marty’s would regularly invite me to join them at Gator games and tailgate after. One of my favorite memories include the 2024 Ole Miss game! -Jesse
Sydney Wyatt
Bridesmaid
Sydney is one of my cousins-by-love (what we called ourselves as kids). We grew up together and have stayed close over the years. We love to go out dancing and have fun, and we also love catching up at Grandma's over Sunday dinner. One of the things I love most about Syd is that she is incredibly direct, so I am delighted that she is going to be there to support me on the big day! -Rose
Clay Hurdle
Groomsman
Clay and I went to UF together and lived in the same dorm during freshman year. He was Justin’s roommate and together we attended numerous Gator games over the years. Clay is a true scholar who has master multiple languages and accents! He has a PhD from UF, and is currently a research professor at the University of Missouri. -Jesse