Gyllian and Zoe became fast friends after meeting in high school and have been inseparable for the last 8 years. From hanging out at each other's houses every day after school to sharing a home for the last 4 years, they’ve built a bond filled with laughter, late-night talks, and lots of sweet treat runs. Through life’s ups and downs, they’ve supported each other every step of the way.

After marrying Zoe's brother Alex in 2020, Ava quickly became an important part of Zoe's life. The two have shared countless jokes and memories in the years since, and Ava has on many occasions been a sounding board and a trusted source of advice. Today, the pair have become not only close sisters, but lifelong friends.

Bailey and Zoe met while working at a sweet shop in their hometown nearly 6 years ago. Their friendship has extended far beyond the walls of that shop, and Bailey has since become a close friend to both Zoe and Ray. The trio can often be found swapping conspiracy theories or dissecting movies, and have created a friendship that feels more like family.

After crossing paths at a club interest meeting their freshman year of college, Jessie and Zoe became close friends and later roommates. Over the last 4 years they have bonded over their shared love of period dramas, crafts, and a good cocktail. Through every movie marathon and DIY project, their friendship has become one of Zoe's most meaningful.

Louie and Ray have been close friends for over 10 years since meeting in their sixth-grade class. Now considered an honorary member of Ray's family, Louie is one of Ray's most valuable friends and has supported him through some of life's toughest moments. Ray greatly admires Louie's faith, humor, and kindness, and knows that there is no one better to stand with him as his best man.

Since their first meeting on a bus ride in middle school, Cameron has become one of Ray's longest and dearest friends. The two have bonded over countless hours of video games, laughing together through late nights and into early mornings. Ray considers Cam to be the funniest person he knows and is always happy to spend time with him.

Adam and Ray met through their PhD program at Georgia Tech and worked together as deskmates for two years. The pair quickly bonded and their friendship became a grounding force through the highs and lows of academic life. They are continuing to work together after grad school and look forward to supporting each other through life's next chapters.

As his older brother, Daniel has been a pivotal part of Ray's life for 25 years. Ray looked up to his brother growing up, and continues to turn to him for guidance as he enters new phases of life. The two share a mind for picking games apart, and their bond is strengthened by their shared curiosity and competitive spirit. Ray feels blessed to know Daniel as both a brother and a friend.

Alex is Zoe's older brother and will be officiating Zoe and Ray's wedding ceremony. He was called into ministry over 10 years ago and recently obtained a masters degree in Biblical and Theological Studies. For much longer than he has been a minister, Alex has been a confidant, friend, and supporter as Zoe's big brother. The couple is honored to have him officiating their wedding.