Kathryn "Kitty" Gibson was Ellen Bates' roommate throughout their four years at Georgia Southern University. She has a love of red wine, the mountains and anything hippy.

"Lexie" George has been one of the brides best friends since freshmen year at Saint Vincent's Academy. Their friendship is rooted in disney movies, tuna casserole and books.

Caroline and Ellen Bates friendship goes back further than the bride and grooms! They started working together at Basil's Pizza and Deli in 2008 and couldn't be more excited to be offically family!

"Em" has been like a sister to Ellen Bates since they were toddlers. She is famously known for biting the bride when they were children. Em has also beat EB in every water wrestling contest they've ever had.

Sarah is one of the brides oldest cousins and paved the way for her at Georgia Southern University. She may or may not have bought the bride and groom several 12 packs their freshmen year. Sarah also provided cable every Sunday to EB throughout her time at GSU.

Hannah, a younger cousin, has always been a listening ear throughout Ellen Bates' life. She will forever have the brides love for letting her talk her ear off and make her the butt of jokes.