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Gary Kelley
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Gary Kelley is a trusted communicator, ordained minister, and celebrant who helps people through life's most meaningful moments.
For more than four decades, Gary has connected with audiences across San Diego through radio, television, live events, weddings, and personal celebrations. Many couples — and often their parents — recognize him from his years on iconic San Diego radio stations including KCBQ, B100, KPRI, and KSON, as well as his work on ABC 10News and CW6.
Long before becoming a wedding officiant, Gary spent years helping couples celebrate some of the biggest moments of their lives through his San Diego entertainment company, providing music and hosting for thousands of weddings and special events. Throughout his broadcasting career, he introduced legendary artists and entertainers including The Beach Boys, The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Robin Williams, and Adam Sandler at venues ranging from Jack Murphy Stadium to the San Diego Sports Arena.
Over the years, Gary has learned that the most meaningful ceremonies are never really about scripts or formalities — they're about connection. He begins by listening. By understanding each couple's story, personalities, and vision for their wedding day, he helps create ceremonies that feel natural, meaningful, and uniquely theirs.
Some couples want something heartfelt and emotional. Others prefer light, joyful, and relaxed. Some include personal vows, readings, faith elements, or family traditions. Others prefer something simple and elegant. Gary believes there are no wrong choices — only the choices that feel true to the couple standing in front of him.
His approach combines professionalism with warmth, humor, sincerity, and genuine care. Couples often describe him as calm, reassuring, and easy to work with — someone who helps them feel comfortable from the very first conversation through the moment they say "I do."
His role is simple: to support the moment and help everything unfold naturally.
That moment belongs to you.
His job is to help you enjoy it.
Outside of weddings and minister services, Gary continues hosting Grown-Up Radio, a music station created for the often-forgotten 55+ generation, celebrating the soundtrack of people's lives.
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Gary Kelley
Owner
Gary Kelley is a trusted communicator, ordained minister, and celebrant who helps people through life's most meaningful moments.
For more than four decades, Gary has connected with audiences across San Diego through radio, television, live events, weddings, and personal celebrations. Many couples — and often their parents — recognize him from his years on iconic San Diego radio stations including KCBQ, B100, KPRI, and KSON, as well as his work on ABC 10News and CW6.
Long before becoming a wedding officiant, Gary spent years helping couples celebrate some of the biggest moments of their lives through his San Diego entertainment company, providing music and hosting for thousands of weddings and special events. Throughout his broadcasting career, he introduced legendary artists and entertainers including The Beach Boys, The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Robin Williams, and Adam Sandler at venues ranging from Jack Murphy Stadium to the San Diego Sports Arena.
Over the years, Gary has learned that the most meaningful ceremonies are never really about scripts or formalities — they're about connection. He begins by listening. By understanding each couple's story, personalities, and vision for their wedding day, he helps create ceremonies that feel natural, meaningful, and uniquely theirs.
Some couples want something heartfelt and emotional. Others prefer light, joyful, and relaxed. Some include personal vows, readings, faith elements, or family traditions. Others prefer something simple and elegant. Gary believes there are no wrong choices — only the choices that feel true to the couple standing in front of him.
His approach combines professionalism with warmth, humor, sincerity, and genuine care. Couples often describe him as calm, reassuring, and easy to work with — someone who helps them feel comfortable from the very first conversation through the moment they say "I do."
His role is simple: to support the moment and help everything unfold naturally.
That moment belongs to you.
His job is to help you enjoy it.
Outside of weddings and minister services, Gary continues hosting Grown-Up Radio, a music station created for the often-forgotten 55+ generation, celebrating the soundtrack of people's lives.
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