Wedding Party
Efes
Dog of Honor
Mister Efes! The life of the party in any room he walks in, and notorious foodie/thief Efes has been in Selin's care since he was young. Efes loves chicken, beef, and various squeaky toys.
Sema Gulmez
Mother of the Bride
Sema Gulmez has known Selin since birth! Being Selin's mom, Sema has seen Selin grow from a baby to her wedding day! Sema loves music, dancing, food, and being around with family!
Karen Kearse
Mother of the Groom
Mother to John, Karen Kearse, has inspired him to grow to be kind, think outside the box, and always welcome others with open arms! Karen loves decorating the house, hanging out with puppy Max, and painting!
John Lee Kearse Jr.
Father of the Groom
Go Giants! Father to the Groom, but don't tell anyone his favorite son is the New York Giants football team. John Jr. is an honorable and strong father whom the groom has grown up to mimic.
Angel Tejada
Maid of Honor
Angel is a one-of-a-kind person! Extending her help to all around her and giving all she has to her causes. Since becoming friends in high school, Selin has owed her personality, curiosity, and tenacity to her Maid of Honor.
Chris Bonilla
Man of Honor
One of Selin's closest friends since high school, Chris Bonilla, has made a name for himself in humor and academics. Chris knows how to have fun with friends around him but also keeps everyone on track to succeed. You can catch Chris running around after his new puppy, Diego!
Alex Johnson
Best Man
Silly and sweet, Alex Johnson brightens the room around him with his well-timed jokes that are bound to make the entire room laugh. Alex met John during their days at Christopher Newport, and since then they have been best friends!
Maia Malley
Bridesmaid
Maia Malley's heart is full of gold and extends in her show of rescuing and fostering local and out-of-the-area dogs and cats. Maia was randomly assigned to be Selin's roommate during their freshman year of college, and since then, both have become the closest of friends!
James Yapnayon
Groomsman
Voted #1 Class Clown - and for good reason. James Yapnayon always has a joke ready to go! A best friend since high school to John, James loves going out to hike, working out, and coding. Ask him about the new scheme he's always working on!
Victoria Rose
Bridesmaid
Victoria Rose and Selin have been friends since high school when they met through a mutual group of friends! Fun Fact: Victoria is a remarkable artist. Also, her sticker and journal collection just released!
Destin McKinzey
Groomsman
Friend to John since moving from Virginia Beach, Destin McKinzey is always looking forward to the next adventure. Destin is a happy spirit with boundless energy, who loves outdoor activities, going out, and just hanging out with friends.
Brianna J Meyer
Bridesmaid
Brianna Meyer was Selin's first friend in college, from orientation to graduating together! Brianna enjoys coffee, Netflix, crocheting, and taking the best aesthetically pleasing photos!
Joel Harrison
Groomsman
An old soul, Joel Harrison, and John met during college and have been close ever since. Joel loves to relax and hangout with friends, and he isn't shy about making jokes on anyone's behalf. Joel is currently planning for his upcoming wedding with his fiance, Mel! Cheers to the happy couple!
Nia Mcmanama
Bridesmaid
Nia Mcmanama and Selin have been best friends since college! Nia's the one to go to when you need to remember that one TikTok, and her love for her friends is outmatched by none other! Fun Fact: Nia is a fantastic gymnastics coach, and you can catch her "flipping" out at her gym!
Jena Soliman
Bridesmaid
Jena Soliman and Selin met when they were in college! Jena's spunky personality allowed for laughter throughout college, even when weighed down through college midterms. Jena can be found on the dance floor as she's the first to arrive and the last to leave!