Thapelo & Tilden
Wedding Party
Gamaliel Duret
Best Man
We met our Freshman year in college and have been family ever since!
Darius Whitfield
Groomsman
The middle child in the Whitfield Household! A man of few words but loyal and very hardworking.
William Whitfield
Groomsman
My baby lil big brother! The only person on Earth who I am in constant competition with.
Roosevelt Woods Jr.
Groomsman
We met in the Sonny's Pit and have been down like four flats ever since. If nobody else will, Ro is gonna keep it real with me no matter the topic or issue.
Leigh Andre
Groomsman
Nobody I know personally has a greater work ethic than Leigh Andre. Some would say he has a interesting way of looking at things, but if something were to go down, Leigh is EASILY my first phone call.
Terrence Council
Groomsman
One of the most charismatic guys I've ever met in my life and by far the best dancer I know personally.
Cori Pinkney
Groomsman
The first best friend I ever had in my life. Never about the drama and has been a constant role model for me and everybody else he comes into contact with.
Rodney Lewis
Groomsman
My musical brother from another mother. My guy stays busy, but he is undoubtedly one of the most gifted and annointed individuals I have ever met.
Johanne Ncube
Juniors Groomsman
Johanne is the coolest nephew around! When it comes to basketball, he can out play almost anyone!
Destinee Steele
Maid of Honor
Des and I met in undergrad under the most intriguing of circumstances! Needless to say, she and I were inseparable after we crossed paths. She was there with me when Tilden and I first met, and played a pivotal role in the development of our relationship! She and I share so much together and her friendship to me is PRICELESS.
Nadirah Kelker
Maid of Honor
Nadirah and I met at an on-campus event in undergrad where we found out we were both math majors. We hit it off immediately and have been friends and life-event partners ever since (she's getting married soon too!). I consider her my little sister and would do anything for her (and vice versa).
Andrea Paddock
Matron of Honor
Andrea and I have been friends since 6th grade! We have seen literally every phase of life together. If you talk to her, she will have story after story for you, I'm sure! After 15 year of friendship, I could not imagine my big day without her!
Tolu Soladoye
Bridesmaid
Tolu is my ultimate sister-friend. She has been there to give me advice when needed as well as to share a "kee-kee" with! I know she will always have my back while also giving me "the real" when needed!
Monique Claiborne
Bridesmaid
Cousin-sister-friend all in one! Monique is my do-it-all cousin who has always inspired me in many ways. People often think we are sisters because we look so much alike!
Seohee Park
Bridesmaid
Seohee is one of the first friends I made when I moved to Iowa. We were thick as thieves our first year of graduate school and spent almost every weekend together! She is one of the smartest people I know as well as the best salsa dancer I have ever met!
Daniela Cardoza
Bridesmaid
Daniela and I have been office mates for the past 5 years. We have grown to become close friends and emotional support through this strenuous process of graduate school! I could not have made it this far without her!
Rosei Dominique
Bridesmaid
Rosei and I are the same person when it comes to our humor! When we are together, we are unstoppable in the foolery. We have made countless memories since we met at the beginning of our graduate school journey!
Amuhelang Mbizo
Junior Bridesmaid
My not-so-baby cousin whom I treasure deeply! She and her sisters are my heart and I am so excited she could be a part of this big day!
Taimyr Strachan
Hostess
Tai is the definition of a good friend! She has held me down for years and filled my life with wonderful memories! She takes care of me and everyone around her in so many ways!
Zana Morris
Hostess
Zana is a kindred spirit who has truly blessed my life over the years! She is a spiritual sister and valued friend who keeps me laughing at all times!!
Joy Woods Bennett
Hostess
Joy has known some of my extended family her entire life, but we were connected later on in life! I consider her family as well as a friend. She and her husband have blessed Tilden and I with some of our favorite Iowa experiences!
Untibile and Tiisang Mbizo
Junior hostesses
The other not-so-baby cousins of mine whom I treasure! They are loads of fun to be around and keep me giggling all day!
Jade and Zvashe Ncube
Flower Girls
The beautiful princesses of our family and our lovely nieces!!
Noah Claiborne
Ring Bearer
Noah is Thapelo’s godson and cousin! We are so excited he is going to be a part of our big day and have such an important role!