Danielle & Michael
Wedding Party
Robert "Bob" Tougaw
Best Man
When Michael thought of who he wanted to be his best man, "Uncle Bob" was at the top of his list. Robert is Danielle's uncle and they share the same birthday (June 21). From early on in Michael & Danielle's dating years, Michael and Robert clicked right away. They both love music and have quirky personalities. When asked to step in as Michael's best man, Robert said yes immediately.
Alicia Steele
Matron of Honor
Alicia and Danielle have known each other since kindergarten, and have been best friends for 25 years. From their first apartment at age 17 and wild rides to Brooklyn, to becoming moms and raising families, their friendship has grown to an even more unbreakable bond. Alicia (Cayea) got married in 2017 and has two children. Her response to the matron of honor proposal was, "Yes yes yes yes yes"!
Anthony Green
Groomsman
Anthony is Michael's cousin. He likes to listen to music and play guitar. Anthony is artistic and writes music and poetry. When they were younger, they would enjoy playing Nintendo with their fathers. Anthony and Michael are close in age and try to get together when they can. When asked to be a groomsman, Anthony said, "I'll definitely be your groomsman. I've never been one before so I don't know what to do, but totally. Thank you for asking."
Jamie Johnson
Bridesmaid
J-me Lynn is Danielle's cousin, but they're more like sisters. When they were younger, playing dress up with their grandmother's clothes and whatever makeup they could find, they were inseparable. Jamie has one child and one angel baby. When she received the bridesmaid proposal, her response was, "Awwww......of course!!!! I love u so much!!!! <3 <3 <3<3".
Kyle Richards
Groomsman
Kyle is Michael's only brother. He likes football and played for the Bulldogs in high school. Michael found out he has a brother when their father passed away in 2000. Michael was elated when he found out that he had a brother, being that he has 4 sisters. Nowadays, Kyle and Michael work at the same company. When asked to be a groomsman, Kyle said, "I'd love to be a groomsman if that's what you want, man."
Crystal McNaughton
Bridesmaid
Crystal and Danielle met in middle school, when their dads would always hang out. They clicked instantly and have been close friends ever since. One of Danielle's favorite memories with Crystal involves tying bed sheets together to climb out her bedroom window but then laughing so hard because they couldn't get back in the house the same way they snuck out. When she was asked to be a bridesmaid, she replied, "Omg. Of course ... How sweet of you to include me."
Marcus Green
Groomsman
Marcus is Michael's cousin. Although they're 13 years apart in age, they have a lot in common. Marcus is a big music fan and likes watching comedies. Recently, Marcus had a birthday party and he and Michael laughed together about his presents. He is a supervisor at the race track. When asked to be a groomsman, Marcus said, "hell yeah!"
Trinity Nason
Bridesmaid
Trinity is Danielle's elder daughter. She is going to college and working in North Carolina. Trinity wants to be a math teacher, although she is really digging biology lately. By the time the wedding comes, she will be 21! She will be fulfilling her bridesmaid duties from afar, but rest assured, she will actively be involved. When she was asked to be a bridesmaid, she said, "wait MEEE!?? YOU WANT ME TO BE YOUR BRIDESMAID?? HECK YEAH!"
Sincere Cobb
Junior Groomsman
Sincere is Michael's cousin. He plays football and basketball for his high school. Playing video games is a pastime that Sincere and Michael share. Sincere's name is perfect for him because he is loyal and trustworthy. He is a bit shy, but he is enthusiastic about being a junior groomsman.
Paige DeFreest
Junior Bridesmaid
Paige is Danielle's younger daughter. Michael has been a father-figure in her life for many years. She is a high school student and landed her first job at Six Flags Great Escape. Paige has been excited to learn about a junior bridesmaid's duties. When asked what she thought about Mike being her step-dad, she replied, "He's been like a step-dad to me, and now it'll be official!"