Stephanie & Russ
Wedding Party
Stephanie Pressman
Bride
Stephanie is an actor, host, producer, and fashion blogger. She spends most of her time on social media, cooking, and kissing Lulu's cheeks.
Russ Gooberman
Groom
Russ is a lovable caveman shaman who loves to read, swim, and watch Star Wars and Game of Thrones theory videos on youtube.
Camille Falciola
Maid of Honor
Stephanie and Camille met while doing Theater at Los Angeles Valley College, became best friends while playing horses together in a production of Equus and have been inseparable ever since. When not designing and fabricating all the bridesmaids dresses and wedding dress she sleeps and pets the heads of pups.
Keith Gooberman
Best Man
Keith is Russ's only first cousin and default little brother. They spent tons of time together as kids in the wilds of Chilmark, MA - playing super long distance catch and beach tag, and bitterly competitive games of 'Pit' at night.
Amanda Pressman Smoot
Matron of Honor
Amanda is Stephanie's older sister, a television producer for national news she lives in NYC with her husband and 2 gorgeous sons, Evan & Ari. Amanda is an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and is still overjoyed with their recent triumphs!
Dr Greg Wilson
Groomsman
Greg was Russ's college debate coach at Brandeis in Waltham, MA. After working together for five years, and attending World's in Glasgow, Scotland, they finally competed together once at the Middlebury tournament as 'Overripe Bananas.'
Rebecca Galanti
Bridesmaid
Rebecca is Stephanie's 1st Cousin. She is a wizard working to make the world a better place and works for the Ministry of Magic's office in Washington DC. We assure you someday soon she will be twitter famous.
Storey Clayton
Groomsman
Storey and Russ first bonded on the van returning from the Debate National. Championships when they spotted a 'Fink Means Good Bread' truck. Fink, Storey noted, means scoundrel. They went on to share a dwelling with Greg known as the Mep House.
Meredith Galanti
Bridesmaid
Meredith is Stephanie's 1st Cousin Currently a Student at Tulane University in New Orleans, she is bright, athletic, a great friend and has a smile that lights up any room. Meredith was born during a huge snowstorm
Peter Swander
Groomsman
Peter and Russ were introduced by a large group of Russian women who collected literate men together for entertainment. They were co-coaches and founders of The Peninsula Chess Club in Ranchos Palos Verdes and both enjoy the lectures and speaking style of Slavoj Zizek.
Gabriel Pressman
Bridesman
Gabriel is Stephanie's only Brother. He works in the movie industry in Atlanta, GA but spent most of the last decade living in Venice, Italy. Gabe's a DC fan and his favorite superhero since childhood is Green Lantern.
Stephen Ji
Groomsman
Stephen and Russ faced each other at the poker tables of the Bicycle Casino before they were formally introduced in a completely different context. They've improvised together for years on such teams as 'Comedy Big Wigs,' 'Drift Compatible,' and 'Incompetent Asians.'
Lulu Gooberman
Flower Child
Lulu is Russ & Stephanie's Daughter She loves sweet potatoes, Mickey Mouse, Moana, Korean Food, Swimming and Playing Musical Instruments. When not practicing her climbing skills or traveling the world, Lulu is pursuing a career as an actor and model and has appeared in Pampers ads and a Music Video.
Phyllis Riegler-Levich
Mother of the Groom
Phyllis (also known as Gigi), Russ's mom, has had many careers including owning her own salon, advertising, sales, management, and owning businesses until she recently retired. She is known for her outgoing and humorous outlook (don't take her too seriously). In her youth she ran marathons through Central Park and now is a senior power walker. A fabulous cook, eating in her house is a delight (ask to try her killer ribs).
Richard Pressman
Father of the Bride
Loves the Georgia Bulldogs, Garlic Dip, and hanging out in his man cave. He is the older and male version of Snow White because he shares a special bond with all animals... talks to them, names them, and gives them all treats.
Rick Gooberman
Father of the Groom
Rick, Russ's Dad, is currently padding his credentials for the Long Island Softball Hall of Fame. A former scholar-athlete and UGA alum, he spent 30 years working for the New York State Dept of Education, primarily in the South Bronx.
Sandi Pressman
Mother of the Bride
Sandi loves chocolate, her family, and her grandchildren. She has been known to dabble in many careers including elementary school teacher, modeling, acting, jewelry design and even wedding registry. She has been extremely helpful in this process of planning the wedding. She is also an excellent storyteller, ask her to read you a children's book! (Oh, Goodness I just realized I have become my mother by writing this bio - except that bit about chocolate).
Evan Smoot
Usher
Evan is Stephanie's eldest nephew and is in the 2nd grade. He enjoys reading, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Browns, The Georgia Bulldogs, Captain America, and Star Wars. Evan loves to dance so make sure you save a dance and bust a move with him (If his dance card isn't full)
Ari Smoot
Usher
Ari is Stephanie's youngest nephew and loves the color blue, sports, Batman, and Olaf. Ari loves to sing - so feel free to encourage him to join you in a sing-a-long of any Disney tune!