Claire and Rob
Wedding Party
Jesse Bluestein
Maid of Honor
Jesse and Claire have been friends since they were on the same softball team in elementary school, and became fast friends over their love of racing (Jesse always won) and taking legendary photos in Jesse's kitchen. They've explored Brazil and Greece together, always on the lookout for their next international beach. *Note: Camp Thunderbird Alum
Stevie Jesselson
Best Man
As brothers who are just a year apart, Stevie and Rob have spent most of their lives side by side, so Stevie was the perfect choice to be Rob's best man. As the free spirit who's the ultimate traveler and outdoorsman, Stevie has always been the one to unleash Rob's love for adventure - when they're not wrestling in the living room. *Note: Camp Thunderbird Alum
Janna Keatseangsilp
Bridesmaid
Janna and Claire have been friends since high school, where they bonded over their love of parking at their substitute teacher's house and late night froyo. They got lost in Spain once, and learned to appreciate white wine at the Eiffel Tower.
Joe Spangler
Groomsman
Joe and Rob have been friends since day one, or at least day 50ish, when they met in baby play group. Over the years, they spent endless days hanging out in Joe's basement, where they bonded over the important things, like watching Happy Gilmore and playing N64. Rob would also like to extend his thanks to Joe for cracking his first beer. *Note: Camp Thunderbird Alum
Kirsten Small
Bridesmaid
Kirsten and Claire have been friends since high school, where they connected in a truly educational English class that didn't really have a teacher. They've since traveled to Europe, and taken a trip to Seattle and Canada, always loving every second of sharing laughs and being in the same catalog.
Gabe Paul
Groomsman
Rob and Gabe have also been friends since around day 50, thanks to their infant play group. Growing up they spent many nights playing poker at Gabe's house, which unfortunately didn't lead to a career for Rob. However, thanks to Gabe's success as a poker player, Rob learned of his love for electronic dance music. (Thanks for that Gabe.) *Note: Camp Thunderbird Alum
Katie Chen
Bridesmaid
Katie and Claire met working at KHQ, where their desks were back to back, and Claire's dog Promo frequently took naps under Katie's desk. He knew how to pick 'em, and the two quickly and easily became friends! Katie's thoughtfulness and kindness made it that much more devastating when she moved away. Katie is also one of the few copy editors who Claire trusts.
John Windler
Groomsman
If you never thought little league was important, here is your cautionary tail. John and Rob met playing baseball in 4th grade, and never looked back. But wait, there's more. They also played Pop Warner football together. Go Junior Spartans!
Meghan Sawyer
Bridesmaid
Meghan and Claire met working at KHQ, and quickly became friends and roommates. Meghan is the proud aunt to Claire's dogs, and is Static's official photographer. Claire still kicks herself everyday for telling Meghan to apply for her dream job in Seattle, because of course she landed it, and moved away from Spokane.
Spencer Conlin
Groomsman
Big Spence and Rob met working at KWYB in Bozeman, Montana, where they became fast friends and soon roommates. Rob enjoyed living with Big Spence, despite his cat named Walter, who had an affinity for hastily running into Rob's bedroom whenever his door was ajar, to hide out under the bed. It was also during that time that Spencer taught Rob to appreciate the TV show 'Big Brother'... which he still watches religiously.
Jen Rogowin
Bridesmaid
Jen and Claire met in December of 2019, when Rob brought Claire to Chicago to meet the family. Jen is Rob's oldest sister, and the beautiful mother to our ring bearers and flower girl!
Curtis Sheehan
Groomsman
Curtis and Rob met in college, in the finest city of them all: The Dirty 'Dale. When they weren't running the college TV station's sports department, they were being VERY productive in their fraternity house, where Rob served as Curtis's big brother. Fun fact: Rob's grandfather once hit on Curtis's mom.
Lauren Jesselson
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Claire met over sandwiches in December of 2019 when Rob brought Claire to Chicago to meet the family. Lauren is Rob's sister, and the mother to one of our adorable ring bearers!
Rex Carlin
Groomsman
Rob and [Bothell] Rex met in Montana, but became friends where all great friendships blossom: working at KNDU in the Tri-Cities of Washington state. They became roommates, and fondly referred to their apartment as "The Place." Thus, "The Place Boys" were born. Album coming soon. To clear things up, Rob strictly calls Rex "Bothell Rex," because he's from Bothell, Washington. Rex recently worked as the spokesman for a synagogue, which Rob takes full credit for.
Alexis Santa Cruz
Bridesmaid
Alexis and Claire met through Claire's brother, David, as Alexis is his better half. Alexis is Claire's constant source of inspiration, tolerance, thoughtfulness, and patience... and not just because she's married to David.
David Graham
Groomsman
Rob and David met on a dark and stormy night in the late 1800s, when David, a street light operator, saw Rob struggling to rollerblade down a dirt road. They connected and soon realized they were each the long lost friend they had always dreamed of. Just kidding. Despite David being Claire's brother, and the trash talk David and Rob trade during football season, the two haven't actually met face to face yet.