Melinda & Ryan
Wedding Party
Melinda Velez
Bride
After resisting the wedding industrial complex for her entire adult life, Melinda finally caved-in and decided to put Ryan on her health insurance.
Ryan Hoffman
Groom
A modern day Nathan Detroit, Ryan took way too long to propose and now we're here.
Andee Cantavero
Best Woman
Melinda met Andee over 22 years ago and she has been her touchstone ever since. This odd couple relationship between the no-nonsense Greenwich girl and the over-achiever from the Bronx has stood the test of time. Andee broke Melinda from her cocoon and has always been the wind beneath her wings.
Anthony Dominguez
Best Man
Anthony and Ryan were introduced to each other at weeks old. Separated by 6 weeks, Anthony was often the first audience for whatever dumbassery Ryan found himself trying out. Their relationship has been defined by long hikes in nature, travel across country, and now drinking away their thirties on a beach on Fire Island.
Sara Falkove
Best Woman
12 years ago, Melinda met Sara at the Barking Dog on the Upper East-side. They immediately bonded over their shared nostalgia for obscure 80's movies, their love of The Muppet Show, and their ability to quote dialog from the 1967 film the Producers. Sara was one of the original founding members of the Outdoor Movie Night Club and she has been a great friend to Melinda and Ryan.
Nicolas Ruggia
Best Man
Also known as Melinda's sister-wife, Nick and Ryan have worked together for ten years trying to be funny or make money, often failing at both. Nick has become more like a brother than a friend and can always be counted on for damage control when Ryan loses his temper over trivial pettiness.
Gordon Gartrelle
Officiant
A founding member of the Outdoor Movie Night Club, Melinda and Gordon became fast friends nearly 12 years ago after a fun night at a local pub. Gordon has been a great friend to Melinda and Ryan. A world traveler with a Ph.D., in Aerospace Science - Planetary Science, Gordon is the life of any party and always ready to have a good time. Who better to officiate this wedding than a scientist with his eyes on the stars.
Spartacus Hoffman
Best Dog
Spartacus Beagle Attorney-At-Law: Spartacus has a long storied career as a crusader for justice, fighting for the little guy against Big Pharma, Big Oil, and, more recently, the tyranny of Big Wedding. Spartacus, along with his hard working team Melinda and Ryan, will fight for your rights! Call today for a free consultation 1-800-555-DAWG.