Wedding Party
Jenna Livingston
Maid of Honor
At a very awkward first day orientation at Cal Poly Pomona, Sammie and Jenna met and became the first friend that one another made at college. They eventually became roommates and in their sophomore year, Jenna and Noah became friends when Sammie and Noah started dating. Jenna is so happy to have been by their sides these past couple years and to watch them both find the love that they truly deserve.
Celina Rong
Bridesmaid
Celina is incredibly excited to be a part of Sam and Noah’s long awaited day. They all attended Cal Poly Pomona as theater students and passed one another in the halls and on campus for years. However, she first met Noah through ACT club meetings sophomore year and Sam during callbacks for The Thanksgiving Play her senior year. Little did she know, at the time, that these two would become such important parts of her life and she is extremely grateful to be a part of theirs.
Vanessa Schlaefer
Bridesmaid
I have known Sam for 8 years now, and she’s the most genuine, kind, and loving person I know. She’s been excited about having the wedding of her dreams since she was a little kid. That’s why I’m excited and grateful to be by her side through this whole process because she means so much to me. I met Noah a few years ago, and I’ve had so much fun hanging out with the both of them and getting closer to Noah too. I can’t wait for Sam and Noah’s special day, and I’m sending over lots of love and happiness.
Christina Apreza
Bridesmaid
Christina first met Sam and Noah during the production stages of On The Verge at Cal Poly Pomona in early 2020. Since then, they’ve enjoyed several years of friendship, especially Christina and Sam. Sharing years of classes, laughs and tears together, this friendship is one that Christina is truly glad to have formed. She is incredibly honored to be a part of their special day and wish them all the love and happiness in the world.
Jessica Kernaghan
Bridesmaid
“Jess, can you give us a couple sentences about how you know me and Noah or well wishes or something?” “Sam is my Sister. Noah’s cool. Is that enough?”
Chris Em
Best Man
I first met Noah during freshman year where he ignored me for a year. Good times... I first met Kernaghan? (Am I allowed to still call her that?) during the time period of Heathers at Cal Poly. To be honest it doesn't matter how I met them. I'm glad I did because they are two of the most thoughtful yet frustratingly conniving people I love. (Always giving me the eyebrow when I'm in a room with someone I had a crush on) I love you both.
Caleb Stonecipher
Groomsman
Caleb is Noah’s 21 year old little brother and biggest fan. He loves WWE, classic rock, chicken tenders and video games. And he most definitely kicks some butt at Wii bowling. He may be more excited for this wedding than anyone and is so ready to stand by his brother on his big day. Caleb can’t wait to party hard and celebrate with his family!
Jonathan Bastow
Groomsman
Matthew Reidy
Groomsman
Matthew Reidy is an actor, writer, director, and a member of Actors Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA. His short film Billy Comes Home was an Official Selection of the Marina del Rey Film Festival 2023 and the Culver City Film Festival 2023, and was an award winner at the IndieFEST Film Awards, the Global Shorts, the Best Shorts Competition, and the Magic Silver Screen. Stage credits include Lear in King Lear, Titus in Titus Andronicus, Capulet in Romeo and Juliet, Cassius in Julius Caesar, and King Claudius in Hamlet. Matt is honored to have shared the stage with Samantha and Noah in several of these productions, and to witness their growth and success at Cal Poly and beyond.
Linda Bisesti-Reidy
Officiant
Linda loves Samantha and Noah! She is so very honored to be part of this glorious event as they start their "new adventure” and her debut as a wedding officiant. These two are two of her all time favorites and she so enjoyed having them as students at Cal Poly Pomona. Linda loves cats, food, good wine, strong coffee, chocolate and all things Italian except the Mafia! She adores her husband Matthew Reidy and her brood of cats!
Betsy Braun
Mother of the Bride
William Shakespeare introduced Sam & Noah, “Hear my soul speak. Of the very instant that I saw you, did my heart fly at your service.” And now they’re ready to write the next chapter in their beautiful love story, “One half of me is yours, the other half is yours, Mine own, I would say; but if mine, then yours, And so all yours.” The words so powerful, but only second to that of their true love!!!
Max Kernaghan
Father of the Bride
Max is making Samantha write this because the concept of “profiles” is foreign to him. He is very much looking forward to being a part of their big day and wishes Sammie and Noah the best. Now if we can raise a Diet Coke to the happy couple!
Tiffany Stonecipher
Mother of the Groom
Tiffany met Noah 26 years ago in a labor and delivery room get together. They hit it off immediately and became best friends. Now, Tiff knew she’d eventually have to release him to a new best friend. But unbeknownst to Noah, Tiffany had been plotting & praying, praying & plotting the whole time!! She had been praying for the perfect girl, the perfect best friend for him. And then…Samantha walked in to his life. He wasn’t the only one to fall in love immediately with his new best friend, Tiffany loved her too. Tiffany couldn’t be more excited to see these two become one and start their life together.
Chiquita Stonecipher
Grandmother of the Groom
I first met Noah at the instant he made his debut on August 23, 1998. I first met Sammie at the door of the black box theatre at Cal Poly. It wasn’t long before we knew she was “the one “ I love you both more than you’ll ever know.
Kenneth Stonecipher
Grandfather of the Groom
While Kenny may not physically be here, we know his spirit is with us and guiding our every step along our journey. With love and fart jokes, we say thank you for how this wonderful man has influenced all of our lives. Thank you for helping Noah become the man he is and you will be with us always.
Mr. Gizmo Kernaghan
Ring Bearer
Mr. Gizmo is excited his mom and dad are finally making it official and hopes they can claim him as a dependent on their taxes