LJ is Alex’s token lesbian friend that he managed to lock in as a Best Friend early in the chaos of Covid. Shoutout to Grace Murphy for founding this dynamic duo with the classic “I know a guy” intro that gets every LA transplant their first contact. Even though everyone in LJ’s life will forever refer to Alex as “LJ’s boss”, without him, LJ truly has no idea where she would be right now. Bonding over a shared love of nerdy things, an appreciation for car safety, and habitual Wednesday night climbing sessions featuring casually deep talks, these two went from hardly acquaintances to besties and are now inseparable.
Sam Russell - Groomsman
Sam and Alex met in seventh grade, when Sam bullied Alex into being friends. Alex and Sam have since made music together, shared innumerable inside jokes, gotten many fake convictions against fake defendants, wakeboarded, filmed, referenced, and laughed through years of friendship. Sam’s favorite memory of their friendship is when he and Alex walked for an entire year to return a piece of jewelry to the manufacturer because it was putting Alex in a bad mood.
Nolan Sanchez - Groomsman
Nolan and Alex go all the way back to pre-school summer camp (#camppam). Through the years, they have endured many adventures together like climbing massive rocks at Joshua Tree, hunting for baby octopi by the seaside, playing in a band, making short films, and eating the entirety of the KFC menu on embezzled money. Hobbies include watching reality TV and listening to Dave Matthew’s Band (no hits…deep tracks only).
Keanu Reus - Groomsman
Currently living in Brooklyn, NY, Keanu loves parrots (especially cockatiels), and watching films. He and Alex have been good friends since the ol’ days of Whittier College going back to 2015, working together on all sorts of films and projects. He is also a beloved uncle to Matcha and loves cat sitting for Alex and Adri(when he lived in SoCal, at least.)
Britton Johnson - Groomsman
King Bri'Challa, 6th of his name, Conqueror of Colorado Mountains and older brother of Adri. Britton met Alex through Adri and from the moment he met him, he knew he was a special guy. Britton has been lucky to get to know him and his family (enjoying Hackworth Christmas Eve's) and take him to Red Rocks, celebrate his birthday with him, and trail run up to Joshua Tree with him. I am lucky to know him.
The Bridesmaids
Jasmine Esqueda - Maid of Honor
A cancer to her core, if you can’t find Jazz sobbing over the death of a fictional character you’re bound to find her down bad crying at the gym. Jasmine is a true believer that there’s nothing a little new ink or a new piercing can’t fix… just kidding everyone, please go to therapy. Lover of all music, a good concert rejuvenates her soul. Other sources of joy include a challenging weightlifting sesh, a new food adventure, and her dog, Darcy. An aspiring therapist, nothing is more important to her than loving and supporting her friends. Lucky enough to be selected the MOH for this momentous occasion, her friendship with Adri dates back to first heartbreaks and first concerts. Now, many heartbreaks and even more concerts later, it is her greatest honor to stand by her persons side as she marries the love of her life. She looks forward to a lifetime of supporting this sweet couple in their journey, and will forever be nearby to remind Adri that she is, indeed, the sun.
Ashlee Blackshear - Bridesmaid
Next up, we have Ashlee the ultimate mix of strength and style! When she’s not perfecting her Pilates form or lifting weights heavier than most men, she’s diving into all things beauty—because muscles and makeup go hand in hand. Back in the day, she and Adri took the influencer world by storm, serving looks, laughs, and a little bit of chaos. But beyond the filters and hashtags, their real bond runs deep—so deep that somehow, Ashlee became the proud papa to her beloved son, Adri.
Megan Leis - Bridesmaid
If Megan isn’t hyping up Adrianna on the dance floor, she’s probably convincing someone that thrift shopping is a competitive sport, passionately talking about her favorite coffee spots in LA, or getting lost in a deep conversation about the best Trader Joe’s products. A lover of all things art, nature, and the ocean, she’s always up for a spontaneous adventure - whether that’s admiring the wedding’s floral arrangements like they belong in a museum, plotting a midnight cold plunge, or rallying everyone for a post-wedding hike to walk off the cake. Need a fun fact about rocks, budget travel advice, or a beginner’s guide to crochet? Megan’s got you.
Ashley Munoz - Bridesmaid
Ashley is a fashion enthusiast and loves getting lost in the aisles at TJ Maxx, where she might bump into Adrianna. If any item is pink or has cats it is automatically in her cart with no thought at all. Her makeup collection is a testament to her creativity, with palettes and brushes neatly arranged, like the true Virgo she is. After a day of shopping, Ashley unwinds at her favorite coffee shop, sipping on iced coffee or matcha lattes. If not coffee, she's indulging in margaritas with friends, all while quoting lines from the Twilight series that she knows by heart.
Kenneth Rodriguez - Bridesman
Comrade since middle school, bonding over our love of fashion, beauty, cats, and collecting the cutest little knickknacks. We’ve shared countless iconic sleepovers at Casa Ochoa, where some of our best memories were made. In fact, Adrianna’s 16th birthday holds a special place in my heart because it’s the day I asked my first girlfriend to make it official (fast forward, I’m gay married now). Who knows? Maybe I’ll announce a baby at her bridal party next (kidding… or am I?). On top of being her lifelong friend, I also have the honor of being her hairdresser—so you already know she’s going to be looking absolutely stunning on her big day! I couldn’t be happier for these two, and I can’t wait to celebrate their love, laughter, and future together!
Simran Khurana - Ring Bearer
Professional glizzy enthusiast, smut book connoisseur, and iced coffee addict. If I’m not binging a TV show with a whiskey sour in hand, I’m probably pretending to be cultured at a museum or plotting my next getaway (preferably somewhere with unlimited mozzarella sticks). I have a deep appreciation for comedy shows, questionable life choices, and the fine art of reading spicy books in public like I’m not sweating. Powered by Poppi, caffeine, and pure delusion. Sponsored by no one, but open to offers.