Jake's best (and only) brother. The only person in the world Jake refuses to argue with.

Lauren's younger sister who grew up always wanting to do or wear whatever her big sister did. While Lauren can't say she felt the same way growing up, she will look to her younger sister for advice on how to throw one hell of a wedding celebration!

Jake's best friend since the fifth grade. Incredibly kind, welcoming, and dependable. Just make sure you keep an eye on him when he's playing a board game.

Lauren’s cousin and exploring, Broadway going, restaurant trying, and celebrity spotting partner during their time living in New York City.

Jake's close friend since the fifth grade. Always center of the party, Marko's kindness shows through in taking in stray cats off the street. He's so dedicated to cats even his wife is named Cat.

Lauren's friend since fourth grade. Annie was Lauren's first travel partner before she met Jake. Together they've traveled throughout Europe and to Hawaii and Japan.

Jake's friend since the ninth grade. Known for his laugh and his love of Adidas tracksuits. Jake and Chris also met in the fifth grade, but Jake didn't like sharing a music stand with him in Band. Jake got over it.... eventually.

Lauren and Kristie bonded as the two varsity field hockey goalies in high school. After discovering a mutual love of Disney movies, they "starred" in our school's production of High School Musical together and then were roommates as they both worked at Disney World.

Jake's friend since high school. Father of a small zoo of animals and lead singer of a local heavy metal band. Will always duet with you in karaoke.

After years of knowing of each other through middle school dances and drivers ed classes, Lauren and Kate became friends their freshman year of college. They attribute their years of friendship for their parents' now years of friendship.

David's partner for over 15 years now, which is quite a feat when you're barely 30. Jay's been a part of the family for almost as long as David has.

Lauren and Abi met at orientation before starting their freshman year. They loved living in New York City at the same time in their 20s and have a special ability to convince the other one that any weird idea is actually a really good one.

Jake's sister he never had. Jake and Michelle grew up on the same street together and have been in each other's lives since Arthur Road Kindergarten.

Lauren and Alice met as hall mates their freshman year of college. They've quickly bonded over their love of reality tv and their ability to sleep in well past the AM hours. At least they still enjoy one of those things.

Jake's soon to be brother-in-law and husband of Alicia Tamarkin. Rick paved the way for Jake to join the Tamarkin family, something Jake will forever be grateful for. Jake didn't get nearly the interrogation Rick did.

As of April, Maria is the newest member of the Tamarkin family having married Matt. Lauren is thrilled Matt found someone who can convince him to try vegetables and doesn't wait on him hand and foot.

Lauren's brother and Jake's soon to be brother-in-law. Matt was the first person Jake told about his intentions to marry Lauren and sought his guidance on how to do it. Considering we're here right now, Matt gives some great advice.