Rachel and Jason Say I Do
Wedding People
Darcy Broom
Bridesmaid - Sister of The Bride
Darcy is Rachel's super cool older sister. As kids, Darcy had the patience of a saint as Rachel could usually be a bit much. They've shared so many family memories at Lake George, Cape Cod, birthday parties and holidays. It's been even more fun hanging out as adults in San Diego and Arizona. There are lots of things Rachel admires about her: like her hard work in the Navy, her love of animals and her adventurous spirit.
Jordan Feffer
Best Man - Bestest Mench
Jason's original concert buddy, Jordan has been Jason's brother since they were first introduced by their parents in June of 1988. Even if they weren't brothers, Jason couldn't think of a better man to be standing next to him on his wedding day. Interests include: Concert Posters, Cats, Beer, and assembling baby furniture Fun Fact: Jordan and Rachel were both born on June 18, 1988! Isn't that crazy?!?!?
Becky Conlon
Bridesmaid - Friends Since Elementary School
Rachel and Becky became best friends at some point in elementary school and it's been a wild ride ever since! Truly an amazing and caring friend you can talk to about anything, Becky also has a one-of-a-kind spirit and sense of humor. She remembers birthdays and crazy details about everyone she meets, she loves corgis and is the best person to go grocery shopping with. Becky helped Rachel move out to CA 8 years ago but with their quality phone dates its like they still live on the same street.
Myles Grossblatt
Groomsman - DJ Extraordinaire
Jason and Myles have been close friends since elementary school at Willow Grove and summers at North Star Camp for boys. Jason prides himself on getting Myles hooked on concerts and taking him to his first Dead show.
Ashley Feffer
Bridesmaid - Sister of the Groom
Rachel has loved getting to know Ashley "Moon" Feffer and is so excited to have her as a sister-in-law. They've had lots of fun at family holidays and events and it was a blast when Ashley came to visit Jason and Rachel in LA (especially the Dispatch concert followed by SUR!). Can't wait for even more good times ahead!
Sammy Gruenberg
Groomsman - The Only Groomsman in His 20s
Note: Picture not recent at all, but isn't it adorable? Sammy is Jason's baby cousin who is somehow graduating college just weeks before the wedding. He's also the reason the wedding isn't on May the 4th (enjoy that final week of college bud). Despite the age gap, Jason has always seen Sammy as a little brother that he could inflict all the best and worst influences on.
Olivia Neir
Bridesmaid - Fellow Terrior
Rachel first met OIivia back in Boston and in LA they became true besties. Three different apartments, several trips to Mammoth, many romantic dinners (she is seriously the best cook!!) and of course some serious Sharkeez shenanigans - so many amazing memories and unforgettable moments with this girl!
Adam Kahn
Groomsman - Hetero Life Mate
Jason's oldest and best friend, the two have shared countless memories together since kindergarten. From summers at North Star, to opening nights of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings (we were real cool kids in high school), to Jason "swaying" a dance election for Adam, to the very first Chicago based Lollapalooza, to Jason dragging Adam to FYF Fest while he's in town for an interview, and so much more in between, the two have been through a lot together. Now despite living on complete opposite ends of the country for most of their adult lives, they are still extremely close and talk whenever possible.
Elisabeth Norvik Kic
Bridesmaid - Fellow Terrior
Rachel met Elisabeth freshmen year of BU and they've been best friends ever since. They've survived the Hojo, dressed up for endless theme parties, rendezvoused abroad, and fulfilled their destiny of moving to LA together. From their first nights in Park La Brea without furniture to building their careers in the reality tv biz, it's been an exciting journey and Rachel doesn't know what she would have done without Lis's sage advice and observational comedy.
Matt Kic
Groomsman - Total Tekashi 6ix9ine Stan
While Jason originally knew Matt as Rachel's friend Elisabeth's boyfriend (now husband), over the past few years, the two of them have become close friends in their own right. Together they have enjoyed Bachelor Mondays, movies at the cemetery, and debating the (lack of) merit of sound cloud rap. When Jason was planning how to propose to Rachel, Matt was the first person he called to help scope out the ideal location.
Eileen Phillips
Bridesmaid - Friends Since Elementary School
Rachel and Eileen met circa first grade (when Eileen was rocking some super stylish pink glasses!) and their fun-filled friendship has stood the test of time. Over the years, they have enjoyed many movies and concerts, rocked the red and khaki at Target, gotten in trouble on camping trips, and journeyed across the country with Becky Conlon. We used to call her Mom because you can always count on her to be the voice of reason (and sarcasm!).
Max Riesberg
Groomsman - Screenplay Ruiner
After first meeting in high school, Max and Jason officially became friends when Jason spotted Max in line at Indiana University's freshman orientation, since then they have been like peas and carrots. Jason is responsible for getting Max hooked on Entourage and a crippling coffee addiction while Max is partially responsible for getting Jason to move to LA in 2009.
Kate Varandas
Bridesmaid - Neighbor For Life
The Varandas sisters moved next door when Rachel was 5 and the three girls became instant friends and partners in crime. The older Varandas sister, Kate had a knack for building forts and a love of arts and crafts. In adulthood, Kate is a brilliant scientist and continues to be a great friend. The two have shared many fun adventures, especially while both on the West Coast; from FYF to exploring San Fran.
Jordan Rock
Groomsman - Fellow Jean Shorts Enthusiast
Jason and Jordan have known each other since birth, but despite going to the same schools and being friendly from Ivy Hall through IU, it wasn't till they both moved to Los Angeles where they became the duo they are today. Since then they have shared numerous music festivals (you see a pattern here?), pool parties, and a mutual disdain for the orange fat man in DC.
Kimmy Varandas
Bridesmaid - Neighbor For Life
The younger of the notorious Varandas sisters, Kimmy has always had the best sense of humor and kindest heart. Since they were kids, Kimmy always made Rachel laugh, whether making up silly nicknames for everyday items or providing witty commentary on movies, especially low-budget library films like beloved masterpiece Candleshoe! Rachel always looks forward to their joyful reunions and getting to know her adorable daughter Madison.
Jessie Shapiro
Groomsman - Travel Companion
After first becoming friends while pledging ZBT and being designated the class' weird artsy kids, Jason and Jessie became best buds while studying in the land down under as they bonded over their loves of music and movies while walking aimlessly along the Australian coastline. Since then they have shared countless adventures (usually when heading to concerts) where they continue having the same conversation they started all those years ago.
Danny Newell
Officiant - A True Man of the Cloth
While living next door to Jason, Danny had a first row (patio) view of our blooming relationship. Over the past few years, he has shared a lot of memories with us and seen us at our most vulnerable. After deciding we wanted a friend to officiate our wedding, we couldn't think of a better person to ask than Danny.