Brittany & Michael
Wedding Party
Brittany Bellacosa
Bride
Livingston, NJ First AOL screen name: citygirlbabs13 and OhShytItsBrit Favorite Song: All My Life by The Foo Fighters; Mahler's 9th Symphony; Giulia by Dj Lhasa & Dimatik Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Tony Soprano
Michael Gracco
Groom
Livingston, NJ First AOL screen name: gocall411 Favorite song: Vipassana by Macklemore FT Ryan Lewis Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Tony Soprano
Lauren Romeo
COC (Coordinator of Chaos), Maid of Honor
Livingston, NJ Lauren and Brit met a long way back as girl 1 campers at town camp. They didn't start really hanging out until they were counselors at the same camp when doing that work between semesters. Color War captains, on different teams that came together just when they needed each other the most. The rest is history. Lauren helped aiding both Brittany and Mike careers through endless support, resume edits, and crumbling down their imposter syndrome. The Romeo family has adopted Brittany as the third Romeo daughter, and the Bellacosas have adopted Lauren as the favorite daughter. She is Brittany and Michael's favorite third wheel and truly the three best friends that anybody ever had. She will spend ridiculous overcharges to have a T-shirt overnighted for bachelorette plane ride outfits and knows Brittany better than she knows herself. Lauren has been around through all of Mike and Brittany's little love story, being a supportive rock that they need. Truly, a one of a kind human that Brittany is ridiculously thankful for. Brittany and Lauren love long walks to a playground to cry about boys, seeing Alvin and the Chipmunks, crying in oversized closets, the Lunar New Year, and always FYP. First AOL screen name: carlauren711 Favorite song: The Call by Backstreet Boys Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Toni Bellacosa obviously!
Marisa Banzhaf
Bridesmaid
Montville, NJ Brittany and Marisa met at St. Phils church as children and has become her Jobin throughout almost 30 years of friendship. One of her grandfather's favorite people, Marisa, keeps our family looking beautiful with all our haircuts. She made Brittany a proud Titi Nene to baby James on October 31st, 2022. Mike can't wait to have double birthday parties with Baby James for the next 100 years! First AOL screen name: athleticbabe2k Favorite song: Lose Control by Missy Elliot Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Tony Soprano
Gianna Campisi
Bridesmaid
Toms River, NJ Gianna has been saving Brittany from stupid clothing purchases for over 20 years. Sharing a study hall, Gianna made sure to keep Brittany in check during high school and for the rest of her life. In this photo, Brittany was away in Texas but couldn't miss Gianna's 21st birthday, so Gianna printed out a photo so she could join in the festivities! First AOL screen name: Babyg296 Favorite song: Into the Mystic by Van Morrison Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Always has been, always will be Toni Bellacosa
Brittany Dippold
Bridesmaid
Long Valley, NJ The Brittany’s have been a duo since Ms. Yellen’s kindergarten class. Through ups and down, this friendship has lasted over 25 years. She is 1/3 of Candy Coated Chaos (featured on MTV's The Hills and Jersey Shore). First AOL screen name: gymbabe3091 Favorite song: Masquerade by Candy Coated Chaos Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Tony Danza
Michelle Edgar
Bridesmaid
Dallas, TX Michelle walked into Brittany’s life during Lasso Rodeo. She hasn't stopped making Brittany laugh for over 10 years. She has a standing date every Monday at 8pm EST with Brittany and her mom Toni to live stream and judge Dancing with the Stars. Pictured above is one of many halloweens the girls spent together, this year as a bee and honey boo-boo. First AOL screen name: XxSwEeT~n~LoWxX Favorite song: Candy Shop by 50 Cent Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Toni Bellacosa by far.
Rachael (Mozelewski) Martinez
Bridesmaid
Dallas, TX Rachael is Brittany’s Great-Grandbaby in Texas Lassos. Brittany fought hard to make sure she was in her Lasso family during Rodeo recruitment (that's just the start of a long family tree in the photo). Rachael and her husband Cody, will also represent Brittany should she ever get in trouble with the law. First AOL screen name: WhenIWalkPayAttn Favorite song: Do It To It by ACraze/Cherish Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): None of them. It's Toni Bellacosa.
Stephanie Ugaro
Bridesmaid
Livingston, NJ Steph and Britt were also in Ms. Yellen’s kindergarten class at Burnet Hill and have had an unbreakable bond since 1995. While they may have almost set Stephanie's house on fire as 6th graders, they've made it through to be best friends for over 25 years. She is also 1/3 of Candy Coated Chaos (featured on MTV's The Hills and Jersey Shore). First AOL screen name: stephibootz09 Favorite song: Hey Now by Hilary Duff Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) TONY SOPRANO DUHHH
Cassidy Soon-to be Wilshusen
Bridesmaid
Dallas, TX Brittany and Cassidy stood next to each other in Lasso Rodeo Recruitment Fall of 2009 (Boot Scootin' Beauties aka Krusty KowGirls). She has been her Californian counterpart for almost 15 years. Casa de Cassidy is Brittany and Michael's favorite destination to visit. First AOL screen name: buttpluck101 Favorite song: Forever and Ever, Amen By Randy Travis Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Frank Bellacosa is the Boss. He’s also my King.
Mason Kinkead
Best Man
Brooklyn, NY Mason and Mike met while attending McGill University. After Mason's first year, Mike became his roommate and spent every waking hour together playing Nintendo 64 (Mario Cart and Super Smash). First AOL screen name: macyface101 Favorite song: It's All Coming Back to Me Now by Celine Dion Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Tony Soprano
Robby Bellacosa
Heavenly Groomsman
Brittany's brother may no longer be with us on Earth but he will surely be a part of the wedding festivities! Robby will be joining the wedding party from Heaven on the big day. Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Obviously my mom, Toni Bellacosa
Donato Casolaro
Groomsman
East Hanover, NJ Donato has been making Brittany's dreams come true since the second he was born (he wasn't a girl so she wouldn't have to share her jewelry and he wasn't born on her birthday). Donato is the little brother both Brittany and Mike never had. Donato came and watched the Sandlot with Brittany after she recovered from spinal surgery, at least that is what she told they watch. First AOL screen name: too young to even know what AOL or AIM was Favorite song: Jimmy Cooks by Drake Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Tony Soprano
Billy Huyler
Groomsman
Brooklyn, NY Billy and Michael met while they were both attending Manhattan School of Music. Billy also attended East Hanover High School with many of Brittany's cousins but didn't meet until they were attending MSM. After sharing the stage in Manhattan, both Billy and Michael were roommates while being Young Artists at Sarasota Opera. First AOL screen name: opiumwhorex Favorite song: What It Is by Amy Winehouse Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Tony Soprano is obvs the boss
Steve Reagan
Groomsman
Atlanta, GA Steve and Michael are brothers by marriage and both consider a romper to be an acceptable clothing choice for any occasion. Steve prides himself in his ability to throw down on the dance floor and will welcome any and all dance battles. First AOL screen name: Therealstevereagan Favorite song: Ice Ice Baby by Vanilla Ice Who's the Boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Danza
Dante Casolaro
Officiant
Cedar Grove, NJ Brittany and Dante are Irish Twin Cousins born exactly 10 months apart. Going through life together, Dante and Brittany are best known for being Siskel and Ebert of movie recommendations for family and friends. First AOL Screen Name: LilRocket55 Favorite song: Liberated by Leon bridges and Dej Loaf Who's the boss (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen): Tony Soprano
Nico, Enzo, and Luca Casolaro
Ring Security
East Hanover, NJ Nico, Enzo, and Luca are the boys who made Brittany into a Nene, her favorite title! Their awesome parents, Nadia and Dominick, let us spend hours giggling with the boys at every family gathering or a random Saturday afternoon. Favorite song: Encanto soundtrack Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Our Aunt Toni
James Simonsen III
Ring Bearer
Montville, NJ Baby James is birthday twins with Michael (just 32 years apart). After a long tailgate on Halloween, Baby James was born and Brit and Mike couldn't be happier! It was one of the happiest days of their life in 2022. He's turned into our little best friend. Baby James loves to giggle, smile, and be overall adorable. His amazing parents, Marisa and Jim, have allowed us over all the time to hang out with baby James! Titi Nene and Uncle Mike love you to the moon and back Chigman. Favorite song: Hot for Teacher by Van Halen Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) My Aunt Toni
Gaetano Casolaro
Ring Bearer
Cedar Grove, NJ The newest member of the Casolaro crew joined us in June and is truly an angel on earth! He loves napping, giving love cuddles, and just providing peace in the crazy world that we live in and has made Brittany into a Nene for the 5th time :) Danielle, his mom, has been Brittany's wedding whisperer throughout the entire wedding planning process. Providing endless support and knowledge, and his dad, Dante, will marry Mike and Brittany on their big day! Mike and Brittany have loved Tano longer than he's been on this earth, and they can't watch him grow up! Who's the boss? (Tony Soprano, Tony Danza, Bruce Springsteen) Definitely Aunt Toni
Heavenly Guests
VIP Guests
While they may no longer be with us on Earthside, our heavenly guests are some of our most important and influential people, and we would like you to know them all by name! Robert Bellacosa Jr. – Brother of the Bride Gaetano Jaquindo – Papa of the Bride Irene and Anthony Bellacosa – Grandparents of the Bride Karen Bellacosa – Godmother and Aunt of the Bride Rocco Sivolella – Cousin of the Bride Felix Jaquindo, Mary Talamini, Carmela Egnozzi, Frances Lacitignola and Nina Sivolella- Great Aunts/Uncles of the Bride Kelsey Justin Stevens – Angel of the Bride and Groom Kris Guiles – Neighbor/Brother of the Bride Nikita Storojev- Voice Teacher of the Bride Bill Tracy- Head Opera Coach of MSM and family to the Bride and Groom Virginia and Ray Bagby – Grandparents of the Groom Marc-André Laclerc – Rock Climber of the Groom Taylor Hawkins – Drummer of the Bride and Groom George London Gracco – Puppy of the Groom Soho Bellacosa – Puppy of the Bride