It all started at a friend’s party, where the drinks were flowing and the punches (on TV) were flying. Amidst the chaos of an MMA fight, Brianna spotted Joe and, in what she thought was a compliment, told him he was the spitting image of Ed Sheeran. Joe—who doesn’t exactly consider Ed Sheeran a heartthrob—was slightly offended but decided to roll with it, entertaining Brianna with tales of past serenades to women who also thought he looked like the British star. This strange yet effective pickup line sparked a conversation that lasted for hours. Despite the instant chemistry, the night ended without any moves being made. Enter Courtney, their mutual friend and unofficial Cupid, who nudged them both in the right direction. Joe, being the charmer that he is, waited until the most romantic time of day—2 AM—to slide into Brianna’s DMs, fueled by just the right amount of liquid courage. The bold message? “Would you like to go on a date with me possibly, maybe?” After a month of non-stop talking later, they finally went on their first date to a Sixer’s game, where they bonded over their love of basketball and consumed pizza slices roughly the size of their heads. From that moment on, it was game over—Joe asked Brianna to be his girlfriend, and the two embarked on a love story filled with laughter, joy, and plenty of unforgettable moments. Seven years later, Joe pulled off a proposal that was truly music to Brianna’s ears—complete with her favorite instruments, drumlines. She immediately said yes, and now, here they are, ready for the next chapter of their lives. From an Ed Sheeran comparison to a lifetime of love—who could’ve seen that coming?