Wentzell Upon A Time
Wedding Party
Hailey Carol O'Connor
Bride
The Bride is a woman who loves deeply and fiercely. She’s loyal to the core; someone who gives her all to those she holds dear. She’s a dreamer at heart, with a life lit up by Disney magic, the thrill of a great movie, the sound of a great song and the power of the stage. Theatre is where her creativity shines and maybe, just maybe, that dramatic flair in her spirit makes life a little more colorful, a little more fun, and a whole lot more unforgettable. To her, family is everything. Ryan, her Winnie Bear, and the people she calls home are the center of her universe. They are her joy, and the reason she loves so freely. And now, as she steps into this new chapter of life, she does so not just with love, but with intention. To becoming a true partner: thoughtful, devoted, and ready to build a life side by side with the man she loves. With all her heart, with all her flair, and with all the quiet strength, she’s ready to be the kind of partner who gives fully, grows endlessly, and loves without limits.
Ryan Wentzell
Groom
The Groom is a man full of heart. He's the kind of man who loves with his whole being. Kind, compassionate, and steady, he brings warmth and strength into every room he enters. His love is undeniable. It’s in the way he shows up, the way he listens, and the way he puts others before himself without hesitation. He’s the guy who could watch horror movies all night, who knows every creepy twist and gory detail, but would happily trade it all just to see his bride smile. Whether it’s curling up to watch a sappy love story, belting out Taylor Swift lyrics in the car, or sitting through hours of Disney magic he didn’t choose but he does it, joyfully. Because making her happy makes him happy. Loyal, thoughtful, and endlessly giving, he’s the one who always shows up for the life they’re building together. And now, he’s on his way to becoming the husband every little girl dreams of and every parent hopes for, one who will love fiercely, protect gently, and walk side by side with his partner through all of life’s chapters.
Kathleen O'Connor
Mother of the Bride
She’s been there from the very beginning, not just as a mother, but as a constant guiding light. From dance recitals, plays, graduations to wedding planning, she’s walked every step alongside the Bride with love, patience, and unwavering support. She taught her how to dream and be whatever she wanted to be. More than just a mother, she is the Bride's best friend; and is constant reminder of how the important things in life come from the memories that last a lifetime.
Gary O'Connor
Father of the Bride
He was the Bride's first hero, her quiet strength, and the one who showed her what it means to be truly loved. The Bride has always been a daddy’s girl, and that bond runs deep, built on years of shared moments, laughter, and a quiet understanding that needed no words. They say the men who get the most out of life are often the most selfless. When the weight of the world is at its most heavy, he is always there to move mountains for the ones he loves.
Michelle Devine
Mother of the Groom
The mother of the Groom is the voice of reason when times can seem bleakest. She’s someone who can set a restless mind at ease by simply reminding that person of the strength she knows they possess. She has been by the Groom's side through all of life's milestones and he is so excited to share this day with her.
Dan Wentzell
Father of the Groom
The father of the Groom is a man with patience and the superhuman ability to see the good in everyone. No matter the obstacle, he has never given up on himself or the ones that he loves. This resilience is something the Groom admires and something he hopes to bring to his own family one day.
JoJo
Officiant / Aunt
There's no one better equipped to join the Bride and the Groom together for an eternity of bliss than the woman who understands the importance and the value of family. 'Auntie Jojo' to the Bride (and pretty much everyone she meets) she is a woman who has the warmest, kindest and most generously loving souls, and is truly one of the best people you will ever have the privilege of knowing.
Alicia Toulis
Maid of Honor
Alicia is a lifelong best friend, shopping partner, and confidant that has been by the Bride’s side through every chapter of her life. You’ll know her as the Bride’s cousin, but to her they are sisters. A true Disney lover at heart, she brings the same magic, joy, and loyalty to their bond that you’d find in a Disney tale. She is the world’s best mother to the Bride’s best friend, Jamie! Family is such an important value that they both cherish and something they will instill in their future families for years to come. From the childhood memories they created together to this momentous day, there’s no one more perfect to stand as this Bride’s Maid of Honor.
Megan Kwitakowski
Bridesmaid
Meg and the Bride go all the way back to high school; she is one of her oldest friends. It’s funny to think that, at first, they didn’t get along because they liked the same boy (who ironically neither of them dated). A year later they were in every class together and their friendship truly blossomed. For the past eighteen years they have been sharing countless laughs, adventures, and a love for the same quirky interests; and have even been working together for over twelve years. From their teenage years to life’s big milestones, Meg has been by the Bride’s side through it all and couldn’t imagine this day without her.
Neil Jeronimo
Bridesman
Neil and the Bride met during their sophomore year of college, instantly bonding over a love for theatre while performing Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night's Dream (thanks Jimmy for pairing them up!), and texting about their shared obsession of American Horror Story. What started on stage turned into a lifelong friendship filled with laughter, inside jokes, and countless dramatic moments—on and off the stage. For the past ten years, they’ve been teaching high school theatre together, turning passion into purpose. Neil brings humor, heart, theatrical flair, and a little jazz hands to the Bride’s life.
Kasey Jeronimo
Bridesmaid
Kasey has been a fierce friend for over ten years, though the Bride will admit: she was a little intimidated to approach her at first. Every time she visited Neil in college the Bride would hide in the corner and be like “Neil’s sister is here!” But once they got to know each other, it was soon learned what a warm, genuine, and kind soul she has. Over the years she’s become someone to rely on, part of the theatre dream-team, and a truly selfless person who always puts others first (she’s always looking out for the Bride’s allergies any time food is in the equation). The Bride is so lucky to have someone like Kasey in her life!
Kendra Morawski
Bridesmaid
Kendra is not just a future sister-in-law but is the ultimate hype woman; and one of the Groom’s greatest friends. From the moment they met, the Bride could tell that Kendra was someone full of energy, positivity, and has true loyalty to the people she loves and cares for. She’s someone the Bride would have seen herself being friends with if they had known each other when they were younger. Kendra’s always there to cheer the couple on, whether it’s big moments or the everyday victories; she does it with so much heart. The Bride is so excited to officially call her family!
Chris Buckley
Co Best Man
Being one half of the Best Man duo, the Groom has known Chris for years uncounted (mainly because those teenage years are becoming a little hazy in the Grooms old age). I mean this goes back to insulting each other’s Pokémon lineup (not even up for debate). But that aside, Chris is one of the best people to have around and anyone who knows him knows that he’s the life of any party he’s a part of.
Jared Paulson
Co Best Man
Long time friend of the Groom, Jared is being honored as the other half of the Groom's Best Man combo. While most of the people in the Groom’s life might make fun of him for watching documentaries on aliens, ghosts, and cryptozoology, Jared’s the kind of guy who will tell the Groom, “yeah, man, there’s probably a Bigfoot in those woods.” Jared’s someone who will always have your back in any situation and the Groom is grateful for that sense of reassurance.
Derek Morawski
Groomsman
The wedding party continues with the Groom’s brother in-law; a force to be reckoned with. Seeing the way Derek acts as a husband to the groom’s only sister has always been an inspiration on what to aspire to be in one’s own relationship. Kindness isn’t strong enough of a word to describe it. Derek is one of those people who, even if he’s roasting you to your face, you can’t help laughing.
Cody O'Connor
Groomsman
The lineup concludes with the newest edition to the Groom’s entourage. Brother to the Bride, Cody is one of the few people who the groom can wax intellectual about obscure movie history with. In fact, he’s on the road to being a Scorsese the way he shoots short films with his friends on his downtime. The Groom is grateful to have a guy like Cody accept him into his family and hopes he can get a cameo when Hollywood gives Cody his first screenplay.