Wedding Party
Aaliyah’s Soulmate
Groom
• Could’ve gone to the NFL… chose not to. Humble king . • Seahawks fan through and through loud and proud 12th man 💚💙 • Will defend Drake to the death, even while Aaliyah yells “KENDRICK WON” from the other room • Teacher, coach, mechanic, probably a secret superhero too . man does everything • Lowkey has really solid music taste even if it includes too much Drake • Style game? On point. • Every time he changes his hair, it’s like dating a new man
Brian’s Soulmate
Bride
Facts about Aaliyah Twilight forever. Team Edward or get out • Hates Colleen Hoover… except for Verity, which she read in one sitting • “Sweater Weather” isn’t just a song. it’s a lifestyle 🖤 • Will eat pizza from literally anywhere gas station? Sure. Floor? Maybe. • Will passionately rant about Game of Thrones and Khaleesi’s betrayal like it just happened yesterday 🐉 • Used to be a homebody… then met Brian and suddenly she’s outside??? 🌎👀 • Black isn’t a color, it’s a personality 🖤🖤🖤
Miriam
Maid of Honor
• Met in chorus in 2015 . been causing chaos ever since 🎶 • Boulders Gate queen (yes, she showed Lee ALL the spicy scenes) • Recommends books that should come with a fan 🔥 • Sleep Token stan with elite music taste • Has had more careers than Barbie • Gamer girl energy • Best storyteller alive . should honestly charge a fee • Literally saved Aaliyah while blacked out • Cool as hell • Hotter than the books she reads 😏
Shyanne
Bridesmaid
Meet Shy : • Brian’s sister and an essential part of the crew • Serious love for the Harry Potter universe • Certified Disney adult and we fully support her magical lifestyle • When Aaliyah lost her phone at Disney, Shy made it her life mission to retrieve it because Disney is basically her home and she knows the way • Mom to Emryn (our adorable flower girl) and baby Aurora on the way • The mom, the sister, and the most lit in the group… basically a 3-for-1 deal • Classic Gemini energy ♊
Chri
Bridesmaid
Meet Chri • Aaliyah’s baby sister • Future NY Fashion Week invitee already has the wardrobe for it 💅 • The cool aunt that will give the kids straight juice no water added • Will debate Love Island with Aaliyah like it’s a courtroom case • Skincare stash so trendy she basically runs her own Sephora • Closet so good Aaliyah “borrows” clothes and mysteriously never returns them 👀 • Chri actually makes / writes music . It’s the type of music that will make you feel sexy in slow motion, in the shower especially.
Giannys
Bridesmaid
Meet Giannys ; • Met Aaliyah while folding jeans at Abercrombie (true friendship starts in retail) 👖 • Future lawyer of the bride . catch her in court winning cases 💼 • Ariana Grande superfan ✨ • Professional man hater, will 100% tell you to dump your boyfriend and live free • Bold, fearless, and will come for anyone who messes with Aaliyah 💅 • Also… Gigi is just hot 😍 • Giannys and Aaliyah have worked two jobs together and complained about them both
Destiny
Bridesmaid
Meet Destiny 💫 • Met Aaliyah through Brian, and from the start Aaliyah knew she was nothing but good vibes ✨. • Has known Brian since high school days 📚. • Our Virgo queen ♍️ loyal, and always there when you need her. • The ultimate girls girl (she once pulled a train out of Aaliyah’s hair without cutting it) • Des vibes with everyone… if you don’t understand , maybe check yourself 😉. • 100% deserving of a lap dance from Breezy 💃. • Shots with her are highly encouraged 🥂. • Truly one of the most genuine souls you’ll ever meet ❤️.
Corrie
Bridesmaid
Meet Corrie : • Met Aaliyah back in 2022 (Aaliyah still remembers her refusing to let go of that super cute bag 👛). • First sushi date = instant bond (and a little bit of drama oof 🍣). • Has known Brian since high school… yes, she’s met every girlfriend, Aaliyah survived the Brian Taylor . • Corrie is a Taurus… and definitely acts like one (the good kind 😉). • Very mysterious, black cat energy • A few shots in and that “mysterious” vibe turns into full-on party mode 👀🥂.
Courtney
Bridesmaid
Meet Courtney • Met Aaliyah at Abercrombie . her RBF made Aaliyah think she hated her at first (plot twist: she didn’t) • Warning: more than two margaritas and she will take off running… hope you’ve got good cardio 🍹💃🏽 • Certified cat lover 🐱 • Has zero tolerance for men . especially the ones who approach her • Bold by nature: if she says something wild, don’t panic… that’s just Courtney being Courtney 🙆🏽♀️
Ty
Best Man
• Met Brian at 8 years old playing little league football • Self proclaimed Anime King seriously, he’s seen them all • Ride or die Eagles & Clippers fan (yes, he’s still waiting for that championship) • Built his own bike in college… because buying one was just too easy • One good song = Ty on the dance floor instantly • If you need a drinking buddy, don’t worry Ty is already pouring shots • Brings the party, vibes with everyone, and somehow knows everybody
Caleb
Groomsman
Meet Caleb : • Aaliyah’s “baby” brother… except he’s 6’4 • Walking IMDb dude will recommend a movie for any mood • WWE enthusiast (Aaliyah still swears she won their childhood matches) • Papa John’s #1 fan practically a brand ambassador • Human Uber Eats: will deliver McDonald’s to Aaliyah without hesitation • Only person brave (or dumb) enough to watch Terrifier with Aaliyah • Halloween legend. has been Michael Myers, Ghostface, AND The Crow (basically a one-man horror franchise)
David
Groomsman
Meet David: • Met Brian in 2017 at a pregame… yes, he really wore cowboy boots to the club 🤠 • Biggest Atlanta sports fan you’ll ever meet (and biggest victim of yearly heartbreak) • Always asks if he looks good before going out “no homo” included • Quiet most of the time, but when he talks, everyone’s laughing • Famous for saying “let’s get lit” then ordering… one beer 🍺 • David loves women • Shows up for every celebration, even if his brain shows up a little later • David loves women • Reliable as they come — even when he looks like he’s not paying attention
Gerald
Groomsman
Meet Gerald : • Brian’s been stuck with him since senior year track. • Put Brian and Gerald together and it’s instant Project X energy. • He’s in the military . we’re not really sure what he does, but we’re sure it’s important, so thank you for your service, king 👏. • Sagittarius boy. • Still, his brotherhood with Brian is unmatched . trauma bonded over sprints and bad life choices. • Obsessed with Juice WRLD, XXXTentacion, and every sad emo rapper that makes you want to text your ex at 2am. • Gerald is that friend who somehow knows everybody by the end of the night . the universal plug for good vibes.
DJ
Groomsman
Meet DJ : • Somehow survived both Allatoona and North Cobb without getting kicked out. • Life of the party… mostly because he refuses to let the party end. • Always dancing even if it’s completely off-beat. • Party Bus King , if it’s got wheels and speakers, DJ’s already booked it. • Down for anything, especially if “anything” involves wine nights and questionable decisions. • Superstar athlete (just ask him, he’ll remind you). • Can fit in with literally any crowd… probably because he talks to everyone. • “One call, that’s all” unless he’s busy dancing.
Allen
Groomsman
Meet Allen: • Brian’s brother from another mother since 2013. • Right-hand man in 2K, college roommate, football teammate, now high school coach co conspirator. • Only guy who can argue with Brian all day and still be friends. • Anime junkie (probably more than Ty) • • Will always tell you Jordan > LeBron don’t even try him on that. • Biggest 2K rival: Tommy… even though they’re teammates. • Ask Allen about James Harden • Down for anything, never complains, always keeps it hilarious.
Cam
Groomsman
Meet Cam: • Literally family . grew up together almost every day. • Master of every GameCube game (Tom & Jerry: War of the Whiskers reigns supreme). • WWE kid turned lifelong wrestling philosopher. • Always there for you . sometimes silently, sometimes magically appearing right when you need him. • Mr. Podcast Man: inspires everyone, drops wisdom, and might secretly be a rap star. • Beats maker extraordinaire • Real daredevil: once flipped off a jet ski in Jamaica. • Loves everyone, wishes the best for all, basically the kind of guy everyone needs in their life.
Tommy
Groomsman
Meet Tommy: • Met in 7th grade in PA . locked in ever since. 🫱🏽🫲🏾 • Brian use to ask why he talked so “southern”… then he moved south and got it. • Thinks he’s LeBron in 2K and will go to war for him. • Vegas rule: don’t go out late with Tommy , he’ll let you lose all your money. • Former Alpha Flight member (aka professional jerk, also excellent dancer). • One call away, always shows up, keeps you safe, and yes… pays for the first round every time. • Falls asleep on the mic if you game too late … consider yourself warned.
Keenan (Leo)
Groomsman
Meet Keenan (Leo): • First spotted in 8th grade at a rap battle . rocking Kawhi braids like a legend. • Close since 9th grade, underrated rapper . hits after hits if he ever drops music. • Go-to for advice, secrets, or just real talk . always has your back. • Don’t mention Six Flags … still salty about losing his phone on a roller coaster. • Real family man, always makes sure you’re good before himself. • No fakes, always tells it like it is. • Rarely seen outside, but when he is, it’s guaranteed to be a great night. • Your concert and sporting event wingman always down. • Kobe > LeBron forever… just don’t say the L word.
Lelani
Flower Girl
Meet Lelani 🌸 • Brian’s daughter and Aaliyah’s bonus daughter 💕 • Loves playing freeze dance. We’ve played it at least 10 times in a row and even when she’s tired, she’ll politely request it again ✨ • Loves bubbles almost as much as she loves juice 🫧🥤 • Fair warning: she may ask you for juice during the wedding (because to her, juice > food). Please kindly tell her no and recommend water instead! • Our 2-year-old Sagittarius… Lee and Bri are definitely in for a ride ♐
Emryn
Flower Girl
Meet Emmy💗 • Brian and Aaliyah’s niece • A proud Libra and we love that for her ♎ • Very excited about her big sister duties • A Disney girl just like her mama • Has a love/hate relationship with Uncle B, but she definitely loves Auntie Lee Lee • Aaliyah can practically read Green Eggs and Ham to Emmy telepathically
Nine and Navy
Ring Bearer
Meet Our Ring Bearers: Nine & Navy • Nine is Aaliyah’s and Brian’s 1st born • Navy is the 3rd (and last baby hopefully) • Nine is our little dinosaur expert 🦖, while Navy is Mrs. Rachel’s #1 fan 🎶. • Fun fact: Nine’s a Gemini and Navy’s an Aquarius (aka Aaliyah’s two least favorite zodiac signs. so wish her luck 😅). • Nine could live off pizza forever 🍕, while Navy keeps it classic with bananas 🍌. • Big brother Nine can be a little rough with Navy sometimes, but it’s all love (we think). ❤️
Brian Taylor
Father of the Groom
Meet Brian Taylor: • Yes, this is the ORIGINAL Brian Taylor • Taught Brian everything about sports, even “football math.” the NFL missed out on their next head coach. • Always either grinding at work or plotting the next vacation escape. • Ask him about that one trip to Jamaica and how he ended up leaving. • Will happily talk baseball to anyone even if you know nothing about baseball (sorry, Aaliyah). • Customer service’s worst nightmare: just hand him the phone and watch the issue not be an issue . • Brian and Brian not only share the same name… but the same exact voice. • Cowboys fan… but currently in mourning. Two jerseys in the fire, Micah Parsons on thin ice.
Cristina Bland
Mother of the Bride
Meet Cristina, Mother of the Bride: • She gives off “strict mom” vibes, but don’t let her fool you. she’s the same mom who bought Aaliyah Hennessy for a “girls night” (even though Brian was really the plan all along). • Gym and health guru. will diagnose you in 2 minutes and then book you a chiropractor appointment before you even agree. • Ride or die mom: once bailed Aaliyah out of jail and didn’t sleep a wink until her baby girl was safe. • Obsessed with Chipotle . if you ever need to bribe her, just show up with a burrito bowl. • Known for her 2 hour glam sessions, (“Dinner at 5” = actually dinner at 7.)
Sonia Taylor
Mother of the Groom
Meet the Mother of the Groom: • Bri Bri’s Mama. Brian may be grown, but don’t get it twisted, he still calls her for advice on everything from cooking to “which shirt looks better.” • She met Aaliyah when Aaliyah was six months pregnant… most moms get introduced to girlfriends, she got introduced to a whole family package. • She’s been rooting for these two harder than a Cowboys fan on Thanksgiving. • Sagittarius queen. aka brutally honest, with a side of “I said what I said.” • Family is her everything. • Related to Bill Cosby (which Aaliyah has had questions about) • Conversation with her is dangerous. one minute you’re talking about the weather, next thing you know you’ve told her your social security number and cried about your ex.
