"The sister I never had! From a young age, we were always giggling. Always wondering." Claire, cousin of the bride, and Michaela grew up dreaming of far-away places. From late night stories to real trips around the world, the iconic pair is always on a journey. Michaela will always remember their sleepovers, laughing until the Sun rose and keeping their Babcia on her toes. Claire inspired Michaela to travel, to explore, to discover, to imagine, to dream big. Thus, it is only fitting that Claire stand by Michaela's side as Maid of Honor while Michaela embarks on yet another great adventure - the adventure of her dreams!

"The one I can always rely on." Dominick cherishes several memories with Michael. Growing up with Michael meant having a friend for life. Growing up with Michael meant fun. Growing up with Michael also meant competition, from playing basketball on the driveway to football in the front yard, from baseball in the backyard to wrestling in the basement. Now, the fun times continue as Dominick and Michael both take on Hawaii, Dominick for school and Michael for military service. Dominick thought the inseparable pair should remain inseparable and happily asked Michael to stand right beside him on his big day.

The Bestie! Anna has been Michaela's go-to, confidant, best friend, laughing buddy, and much more for as long as Michaela can remember. Anna exemplifies unconditional love for Michaela. Whether teary-eyed or smiling, Anna has always been there to listen and share in every moment. When asked if she could fathom her and Dominick's special day without Anna standing with them at the altar, Michaela, in the most serious manner, which is indeed a rare occasion, says, "It would no longer be a special day without Anna."

The Life of the Party! Joe never misses an opportunity for a joke. His sense of humor and his outgoing and courageous nature are things that Dominick admires about his younger brother. Dominick sees himself in Joe, and is proud of the young man Joe has become. From late night conversations to ice cream shifts at Twin Cone, the two have shared both special and ordinary moments together, and Dominick couldn’t imagine his and Michaela’s special day without Joe keeping everyone laughing.

The Sista-From-Anotha-Mista! Marion holds the longest and dearest friendship with the bride, having met when they were just three years old. No one knows the bride better! Marion has journeyed with Michaela through every moment. Both have watched each other achieve her wildest of dreams. Michaela says, "It is necessary for the girl who listened to my earliest dreams of a fairytale wedding with a princess ballgown to be there on the day that dream comes true."

The Reigning... Defending... ! Anthony can at first be very shy when you meet him, but once you get to know him, he can be as ruthless as any other Russo brother. Anthony has a competitive spirit like none other. Some of Dominick’s favorite things about Anthony are his zingers, one-liners, and his desire to win any game simply so you won’t. Dominick is glad to call Anthony his brother and now, to call him a groomsman.

The Name Buddy! Michaela (Digs) and Michaela (Kiki) have been amazing friends since high school. The two are always sharing laughter, stories, prayers, and joy. The Bride is most fond of their walks, late night phone calls, and impromptu deep conversations over ice cream in someone's car. Kiki couldn't imagine a day without Digs there, to laugh yet another night away.

The Last, But Not Least! With so many brothers and sisters, it can be hard to stand out in the crowd, but Vinny never misses a chance to make himself known. Vinny insists that the parents of the groom “saved the best for last”, though Dominick thinks the first is the best. One of Dominick’s favorite memories with his youngest brother is going to the drive-in to watch movies together, struggling to open all of their snacks. Dominick is very excited to have his “littlest brother” as a groomsman, standing by his side, along with all of his brothers, on his wedding day.

The College Friend! Ashley and Michaela are true friends. True in every sense of the word. When Michaela looks back at her undergraduate experiences, Ashely is in each of her fondest memories. Michaela characterizes Ashley as her "best college friend", loving most especially her loyalty and giddiness! College is filled with momentous events, and Ashley was undeniably the most supportive, caring, and joyous friend to be with Michaela through it all. Michaela is honored to have Ashley join her at the altar for yet another momentous life event.

The “Big Brother”. Sean's affectionate nickname for Dominick is "little brother", which in itself reveals the deep friendship these two share. Sean has always been present for Dominick. No matter the circumstances. Sean had the biggest heart in all things. He has a way of bringing life to any party. Behind Sean’s quick-witted demeanor is a very kind, caring, and generous person.

The "Cherished Friend"! A line from a song Michaela wrote for Kayla refers to Kayla as her "cherished friend". The Bride has often said that, in ways indescribable, she has "fallen in love" with Kayla. The two share an incredible faith, which allows for such a depth in their friendship that is uncommon. These two inseparable friends believe wholly in the power of prayer, and Michaela has noted, "If I want anyone standing by me at the altar, praying for a fruitful and happy marriage, it is Kayla."

The Best Friend! Carl is one of the most devout people Dominick knows. Carl's devotion to and love of Christ is an inspiration for how Dominick wants to live as a Catholic. This has allowed for Dominick and Carl to form a special bond. The two would attend Mass on Saturday nights before heading to Catholic HV events together. Dominick can always rely on Carl for a prayer. Dominick has notoriously said, "Carl is so quiet, but if you're paying attention to him, he's hilarious!" For these reasons and more, Dominick is honored to have him as a groomsman.

The Sweet One! From the first moment Michaela stepped foot in the Russo house, she felt warmly welcomed, especially by Regina. Regina, the oldest sister of the seven-sibling Russo-crew, is warm, kind, gentle spirited, and easygoing. Michaela very quickly learned that with Regina, you're guaranteed to laugh at all of her quirky work stories and memories of growing up with Dominick. Michaela is excited to finally be gaining two sisters, and is honored that Regina will witness her and Dominick's wedding as a bridesmaid.

The Quiet One! Having met on a pilgrimage to Italy, Chris and Dominick's friendship has been unique from the beginning. Chris and Dominick have known each other just about as long as Dominick and Michaela have. Chris is one of the most trustworthy and reliable people that Dominick knows. He has an extremely generous heart, and Dominick has said, "Michaela and my wedding day would not be complete without him." The bride and groom alike are happy to have Chris as a groomsman!

The Fighter! Michaela was immediately drawn to Anna, because Anna reminded Michaela of herself in one particular, bold way - they both learned how to fight for themselves in a male-dominated household. Anna is a strong-spirited, funny, quick-witted woman, who at a young age, achieved a lifetime of accomplishments. Michaela is excited for Anna to become one of two sisters-in-law and is sure that one day, Anna will be the fun aunt to her children.

The Twin-in-Law! Dominick can’t tell who’s more excited for the wedding, himself or Greg, Michaela's twin brother. Dominick and Greg's friendship formed quickly, providing Greg with yet another brother to play video games with. The two have often bonded over teasing Michaela. Dominick asked Greg to be a groomsman, because he's excited to add more brothers to the ranks. "My future twin-in-law! Seeing how much Gregory cares about his twin sister shows me how much I must care for her too."

The Partner in Crime! Lauren and Michaela. Michaela and Lauren. If ever laughter could ring, unrelenting in its joy, it is between this happy pair. When Michaela moved to Chicago, she moved away from home and her relationship. It was a slow process to feel at-home in a place so far away from everything Michaela always knew and loved. When she met Lauren, though, everything changed. With Lauren, it was easy. The bride affectionately reflects on their friendship, saying, "No one laughs the way Lauren does, and when I'm with her, my joy comes alive, too! When we pray, it's real. When we talk, it's honest. I love our friendship, and I couldn't imagine Dominick and my special day without her."

The DJ! Dominick finds Michaela’s younger brother, Andrew, immensely fun to be around and particularly enjoys Andrew's taste in music. Getting to know Andrew helped Dominick to truly feel like a member of the Fox family. His favorite memory with Andrew is when he joined the happy couple for burgers in New York City. After many rambunctious game nights and with a shared love for sports, Dominick is excited to call Andrew a brother.

"A father, a brother, a friend, in one person." As Michaela's spiritual director and a dear friend to both the bride and groom, there was no one else Michaela and Dominick would rather have celebrate their wedding than Father Michael Connolly himself. There is no contest - the wedding is bound to be brighter, happier, and funnier with Father Connolly on the scene. He never fails to bring a genuine smile to the faces of all who see him. With his unique sense of humor, welcoming demeanor, and richness of faith, the couple couldn't be more excited to share in the Sacrament of Matrimony, witnessed by such a wonderful friend. Alleluia, amen! He is truly loved! In Father's words, "Praise be to Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen."