Fun "People" to Know

Xavier Rodriguez

Officiant

Ricky's cousin, our dear friend, a former roommate to Ricky and Molly of 6 years, and now...the most gorgeous officiant in all the land. He is a spiritual healer, confidant, adventure buddy, entrepreneur, American Idol aficionado, and (along with Maite Rodriguez) the most insane salsa dancer.

Jenny Daniell

Mother of the Bride

Often mistaken as the bride herself, Jenny Daniell is the red-headed mama with the most-est. She will sing you beautiful folk songs, take you trail walking through magical secret woods, and out-dance you any day of the week. She will also elegantly persuade you of 5 steps you can take right now to combat climate crisis...because it's real...and time is running out...and you need to get your bum in gear, please!

Peter Daniell

Father of the Bride

Man of many talents, Peter Daniell can whip your butt in poker and build a set of french doors just as easily as he can whip up a three-course meal. Also, it's fun to play the game of "lookup that random thing in the encyclopedia" and see if you can stump Peter...hint: you can't.

Alicia Contreras

Mother of the Groom

Ricardo Rodriguez

Father of the Groom

Mercedes Contreras

Grandmother of the Groom

Sadly, Mercedes will not be able to join us on the day of, and so we'll keep her close in our hearts.

Giorgio Birocchi

Padrino

Giorgio is Ricky's dear Italian-Ecuadorian uncle. He is an expert in world history, fine food, and daily walks. Although he will not be with us in person, we miss him and cannot wait to celebrate in person when it's safe.

Maria Elena Birocchi

Aunt of the Groom

Maria Elena is Ricky's beloved Aunt. She is sister to Alicia (Ricky's mom). She is fluent in Italian and will tell you how to floss your teeth properly. She won't be with us in person as she lives in Ecuador, but we love her dearly.

Jonah Daniell

Chuppah Holder

Musician extraordinaire, this fine gentleman is brother to the bride and best friend to all. He is equal parts sassy and sensitive. He'll be happy to chat all things funk music and Rick & Morty.

Emily Daniell

Chuppah Holder

Have you hiked 50 miles in mere months? Emily Daniell has. Sister to the bride, Mother to Ray, and all-around beautiful person.

Adam Daniell

Chuppah Holder

This man will straight up light up your life. He is part stand up comedian, part skater, part pizza pie thrower, part software engineering nerd, and all-around insanely awesome dad to Miles and Nora.

Ray Starpoli

Chuppah Holder

He will solve a Rubix cubic in 30 seconds flat. He is a dog whisperer. He is the nephew of the bride and future CEO of Apple.

Dakota

Best Pup

Dakota is named after a lineage of strong, independent women. She enjoys snuggles and sniffing poop.