Best Man - Gregory Paul Hedger: Gregory is the co-owner of 15 Cedar Bay Court, Bayport, New York and Christopher’s older brother. Gregory is a risky accountant, a professional time-management coach, and a former escape artist. Gregory can be found working any day of the week and at all hours of the day, but cannot be contacted unless you’re his client. As the best man and landlord, Gregory will do anything for both Christopher and Amanda, no matter how ridiculous the ask is. Gregory and Christopher can be found at the gym lifting way more than they can handle when they spot each other. Gregory and Amanda can be found making the weirdest jokes and sharing the most obscure references to one another.
“That’ll blow that back of your trousers out.” - Gregory
Maid of Honor - Alyson Marie Jayne: Alyson is the younger sister of Amanda and the glue that keeps the Jayne family together. She graduated from University College London with a Masters in Biostatistics. Alyson is a professional plant mom and a former American. She’s a skilled chef and baker thanks to her many hours of training with Cooking Mama. Amanda and Alyson find themselves constantly sending memes back and forth that only they would find funny. Alyson and Christopher find themselves bonding over their shared extroversion and skill at talking to strangers.
“…” - Alyson
Groomsman - Robert James Duca: Robert is the husband of Lauren Duca and life advice specialist to Christopher. Robert is a bubbly 6th Grade education teacher, a professional underground rapper, and a former lifeguard. Robert will be the officiant at the wedding, and Christopher and Amanda are positive he will do an amazing job. Christopher and Robert find themselves hopelessly cheering for the Jets and convincing themselves that next year will be their year, which it never is. Amanda and Robert find themselves in constant pun battles, hoping to one day face off in the Pun-Off World Championships.
“Quote by” - Robert
Bridesmaid - Lauren Violet Duca: Lauren is the oldest sibling of the Hedger family, thus making her Christopher’s older sister. Lauren is a world renowned middle school Special Education teacher, professional yoga enthusiast, and former baby. Because Lauren is the oldest sibling, she played a huge role in how the other three Hedger siblings grew up and who they have become. Lauren and Christopher find themselves sharing their love for extreme organization. Amanda finds herself ogling at Lauren’s Cricut masterpieces.
“This is supposed to be fun!” - Lauren
Bridesmaid - Julie Ann Marie Hedger: Julie is the younger sister of Christopher. Julie is an esteemed Pediatric Occupational Therapist, professional Pokémon Go player, and former swimming match cheater. Julie finds herself spending most of her weekends at the frat house known as 15 Cedar Bay Court. She will not officially list it as her permanent residence, but we all know it is. As one of Christopher’s oldest friends, Julie and Christopher will always be there for each other no matter how difficult life gets. Julie and Christopher can be found on the couch playing any sort of video game, and trying to complete each to 100%. Julie and Amanda are found supporting each other through school, as Amanda continues through Hofstra Law School, and Julie graduated from the Stony Brook Occupational Therapy program in 2023.
“I met Chris the day I was born, unfortunately, I do not remember that day very much.” -Julie.
Ring bearer - Owen Robert Duca: Owen is Christopher’s godson and the son of Lauren and Robert Duca. Owen is a full time toddler, current baby, and former tummy time champion. Owen finds himself scaring all those around him with his frantic noises and overly-confident balancing skills. As the oldest grandchild, Owen is the cutest and most adorable Big Man, and will grow up to be the luckiest person on this list. Owen and Christopher find themselves throwing the ball around the house and chasing after it. Owen loves Amanda’s glasses and her curly hair. He will always try to grab one, if not both, of those two things.
“Cup.” - Owen
