Samantha & Paris
Wedding Party
Gary Clampitt
Best Man
Gary has been Paris' best friend for over 25 years! They grew up together playing basketball, video games, and running around the neighborhood. Gary has been like a brother to Paris, as the two clicked immediately. Even at a young age, the two knew they would be the Best Man at each other’s respective weddings.
Rachel Protzman
Matron of Honor
Rachel and Sammy have been best friends for over 18 years! They met at the bus stop when Sammy first moved to Maryland from West Virginia. They have shared many wonderful memories from childhood through adulthood, including Rachel's beautiful wedding in November 2020 to her husband Joe.
Ryan Karner
Groomsman
Paris and Ryan grew up together in the same neighborhood. The two always laugh and joke about stuff that others wouldn’t even think is funny. So many years of inside jokes, pranks, and sitting in Ryan’s basement watching him on Aim and MySpace🙄 This was an easy decision as Paris considers Ryan one of his closest childhood friends.
Megan Murphy
Bridesmaid
Megan and Samantha met working together at a local nonprofit agency. They've spent many nights playing sports through Volo and visiting bars in Federal Hill where Megan and her husband Drew used to live.
Norman Habighurst
Groomsman
Norman considers himself an honorary member of the Brooks family, so why not have Paris’ self appointed brother a groomsman. Norman and Paris became friends in high school and became closer friends over the past few years. Paris and Norman make jokes often about Normans poor taste in professional wrestling (AEW), and his inability to take a shot like a man.
Pamela Williams-Shepperson
Bridesmaid
Pamela and Samantha also worked together at the local nonprofit agency. Their friendship grew well past the workplace and lead to many amazing memories, including Pam's wedding last year to her husband Brandon.
Michael "Mike Mike" Holden
Groomsman
Mike Mike is Paris' beloved cousin, God brother (Though he frequently told Paris that they are actual brothers) and so much more. Mike Mike was elated to be a groomsman in this wedding, and his presence will be dearly missed. On December 18th 2021, one day before his passing, Paris and Michael shared one final conversation where Michael eagerly discussed the wedding. In true Michael fashion, he stated “I wouldn’t miss y’all wedding for the world, baby!”. This is a special day for the bride and the groom, but they want to make sure they honor him on this day as well. We love and miss you Mike! #RestInPeaceAndPower