Wedding Party
Lina 'Linus' Ruda
Bridesmaid, est. 1997
Meet Lina, Nicoles younger and - according to herself - funnier sister. She works in banking, has mad skills in the kitchen and is unreasonably proud for being the only Ruda-sibling with a drivers license.
Brogan 'B' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
Brogan is a Doctor in training based in Las Vegas with his amazing wife Georgia and their cat Doodle. He is a former Lacrosse player who loves to stay active and a crucial member of the classic “Sunshine Committee”.
Emma 'Bydde' Bydén
Bridesmaid, est. 2004
Emma and Nicole's friendship dates back to middle school. They spent way too much time talking about boys and hiding secret notes in the school's bathroom ceiling, and not at all enough time on their Spanish homework. Emma recently moved back to Sweden after several years abroad in Australia, England, and New Zeeland. She has a degree in event planning and is the mastermind behind huge parts of this wedding.
Joe Higgins
Groomsman, est. 2015
Grifin took Joe under his wing back in high school, and nothing has ever been the same since. Joe is from Cincinnati, Ohio, but is currently living life in Madrid, Spain, where he teaches English.
He will be making his third appearance in Sweden. Start a conversation with Joe and test out your Spanish skills.
Isabelle 'Isa' Rydelius
Bridesmaid, est. 2010
Isabelle and Nicole first met in high school when they moved to the forest to fight fires. They moved in together and haven't left each others sides since then. Isa works within sustainability at one of Sweden's biggest forest companies, and is the mother of Nicole's adorable goddaughter, Alice.
Ryan 'Ry' Dill
Groomsman, est. 1998
The groom's cousin, Ryan will be making his first appearance in Europe. Ryan lives in Erie, Pennsylvania, and works with project management for at multinational construction and manufacturing company. Ryan looks to impress with his dance moves and planning on ripping the gym at least three times per day.
Erik 'Eggah' Carlsson
Bridesman, est. 2004
Eggah is one of Nicole's oldest friends, going back to middle school. Together they've traveled through Asia and experienced X amounts of inconvenient allergic reactions. Eggah recently finished his studies in Madrid, before continuing his quest to see the world. This time: Latin America!
Hayden 'H' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
The grooms older brother from Phoenix Arizona, is a former basketball player and clothing model. He is rated most likely to run a successful sports podcast, and to be the poker champion of the group. He has been to Europe once before, but this will be his first time in Scandinavia.
Claire Wain
Bridesmaid, est. 2018
Nicole's university-bestie Claire is the life of the party. She is originally from Grenoble, France, and spent her high school years in Texas before moving to Madrid where she studied with Nicole and Grifin. Today she lives in Paris, she is a key member of the Education Nepal-team and loves Swedish chocolate balls.
Adam 'Riddarn' Sundin
Groomsman, est. 2018
Adam got his nickname ‘Riddarn’ (meaning the Knight) after he was ‘dubbed to be a knight’ by the Swedish king during a summer camp as a child. He is born and raised in Sundsvall, Sweden, and works with solar energy. He and Grifin bonded over their love for Fernet. If you want to start a conversation with Adam, ask him what happened in Stockholm in the 1520s.
Petra 'Petri' Hammarström
Bridesmaid, est. 2010
Petra is one of the brides closest friends and the grooms favorite singer.
She works in banking, loves to swim outdoors and lives with her husband Niclas and two kids Loui & Elle in a beautiful house on the island of Alnö. She is a hardworking, caring human with a big heart.
Lucas 'LC' Cooper
Groomsman, est. 2018
As Grifin and Nicole's roommate in Madrid, Lucas has been there from the start. He is a Long Island NY Native that loves to golf and play basketball. He works at a multinational consumer goods company, distributing products we all know and love. This will be his first time visiting Sweden
Marybeth 'MB' Grimes
Bridesmaid, est. 2020
Wanna go on a road trip, do yoga by the best views, sacrifice your sleep to see as much as possible, hike until you can't feel your legs, drink cheap wine, and listen to freestyles about agro-ecology? MB is your girl. Nicole and MB met during their master in Costa Rica. MB is from South Carolina but is today based in California where she works with food security in rural communities.
Trevor 'T' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
Trevor is a real-life Harvey Spector and rated most likely to show up speaking Swedish fluently. He is a master of debate, quiz champion, member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and balances his murder trials with cowboy boots.
Lina 'Linus' Ruda
Bridesmaid, est. 1997
Meet Lina, Nicoles younger and - according to herself - funnier sister. She works in banking, has mad skills in the kitchen and is unreasonably proud for being the only Ruda-sibling with a drivers license.
Brogan 'B' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
Brogan is a Doctor in training based in Las Vegas with his amazing wife Georgia and their cat Doodle. He is a former Lacrosse player who loves to stay active and a crucial member of the classic “Sunshine Committee”.
Emma 'Bydde' Bydén
Bridesmaid, est. 2004
Emma and Nicole's friendship dates back to middle school. They spent way too much time talking about boys and hiding secret notes in the school's bathroom ceiling, and not at all enough time on their Spanish homework. Emma recently moved back to Sweden after several years abroad in Australia, England, and New Zeeland. She has a degree in event planning and is the mastermind behind huge parts of this wedding.
Joe Higgins
Groomsman, est. 2015
Grifin took Joe under his wing back in high school, and nothing has ever been the same since. Joe is from Cincinnati, Ohio, but is currently living life in Madrid, Spain, where he teaches English.
He will be making his third appearance in Sweden. Start a conversation with Joe and test out your Spanish skills.
Isabelle 'Isa' Rydelius
Bridesmaid, est. 2010
Isabelle and Nicole first met in high school when they moved to the forest to fight fires. They moved in together and haven't left each others sides since then. Isa works within sustainability at one of Sweden's biggest forest companies, and is the mother of Nicole's adorable goddaughter, Alice.
Ryan 'Ry' Dill
Groomsman, est. 1998
The groom's cousin, Ryan will be making his first appearance in Europe. Ryan lives in Erie, Pennsylvania, and works with project management for at multinational construction and manufacturing company. Ryan looks to impress with his dance moves and planning on ripping the gym at least three times per day.
Erik 'Eggah' Carlsson
Bridesman, est. 2004
Eggah is one of Nicole's oldest friends, going back to middle school. Together they've traveled through Asia and experienced X amounts of inconvenient allergic reactions. Eggah recently finished his studies in Madrid, before continuing his quest to see the world. This time: Latin America!
Hayden 'H' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
The grooms older brother from Phoenix Arizona, is a former basketball player and clothing model. He is rated most likely to run a successful sports podcast, and to be the poker champion of the group. He has been to Europe once before, but this will be his first time in Scandinavia.
Claire Wain
Bridesmaid, est. 2018
Nicole's university-bestie Claire is the life of the party. She is originally from Grenoble, France, and spent her high school years in Texas before moving to Madrid where she studied with Nicole and Grifin. Today she lives in Paris, she is a key member of the Education Nepal-team and loves Swedish chocolate balls.
Adam 'Riddarn' Sundin
Groomsman, est. 2018
Adam got his nickname ‘Riddarn’ (meaning the Knight) after he was ‘dubbed to be a knight’ by the Swedish king during a summer camp as a child. He is born and raised in Sundsvall, Sweden, and works with solar energy. He and Grifin bonded over their love for Fernet. If you want to start a conversation with Adam, ask him what happened in Stockholm in the 1520s.
Petra 'Petri' Hammarström
Bridesmaid, est. 2010
Petra is one of the brides closest friend and the grooms favorite singer.
She works in banking, loves to swim outdoors and lives with her husband Niclas and two kids Loui & Elle in a beautiful house on the island of Alnö. She is a hardworking, caring human with a big heart.
Lucas 'LC' Cooper
Groomsman, est. 2018
As Grifin and Nicole's roommate in Madrid, Lucas has been there from the start. He is a Long Island NY Native that loves to golf and play basketball. He works at a multinational consumer goods company, distributing products we all know and love. This will be his first time visiting Sweden.
Petra 'Petri' Hammarström
Bridesmaid, est. 2010
Petra is one of the brides closest friend and the grooms favorite singer.
She works in banking, loves to swim outdoors and lives with her husband Niclas and two kids Loui & Elle in a beautiful house on the island of Alnö. She is a hardworking, caring human with a big heart.
Lucas 'LC' Cooper
Groomsman, est. 2018
As one of Nicoles room mates in Madrid, LC has been present from the start. He is a Long Island NY Native that loves to golf and play basketball. Lucas works at a multinational company, distributing products we all know and love. This will be his first time visiting Sweden.
Mary-Beth 'MB' Grimes
Bridesmaid, est. 2020
Wanna go on a road trip, do yoga by the best views, sacrifice your sleep to see as much as possible, hike until you can't feel your legs, drink cheap wine, and listen to freestyles about agro-ecology? MB is your girl. Nicole and MB met during their master in Costa Rica. MB is from South Carolina but is today based in California where she works with food security in rural communities.
Trevor 'T' Hill
Groomsman, est. 1998
Trevor is a real-life Harvey Spector and rated most likely to show up speaking Swedish fluently. He is a master of debate, quiz champion, member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and balances his murder trials with cowboy boots.
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Niclas 'Nicke' Hammarström
Toastmaster
Meet Niclas, a long time friend of Nicole. He is married to above introduced bridesmaid Petra and has two incredible kids, Loui and Elle. He works in banking, is a master in the kitchen and has a slight addiction to Pepsi Max. Niclas gives the best general advice about life.
Trevor 'T' Hill
toastmaster
Trevor is a real-life Harvey Spector and rated most likely to show up speaking Swedish fluently. He is a master of debate, quiz champion, member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and balances his murder trials with cowboy boots.
Emerson 'Emmie' Hill
Groom's sister
Meet Emmie, the youngest of the Hill-clan. She is playful, swims like an Olympic swimmer, and loves to tease her older siblings. She will charm you within seconds.
Rio 'Blixten' Ruda
Bride's brother
Rio, also known as Blixten (Swedish for lightning), is the youngest and most charming part of the Ruda family. Loves Swedish meatballs, speaking Swenglish, and playing catch.
Brynn Hill
Groom's sister
Full of energy and laughs - Brynn is already a Swedish expert having visited in 2022. She and Nicole makes the famous March-babies duo, known as the winners of everything.
Mira 'Pyret' Billström
Bride's sister
Mira is the undefeated bowling champion of the Ruda-family. Her preferred mode of traveling is cart-wheeling and she spends most of her free time playing football.
Avery 'Aves' Hill
Groom's sister
This vero beach “dragon” is known as Grifin’s July-Twin. Avery is a master horse rider and caring sister, full of creativity and imagination.
Logan Hill
Grooms brother, honorary groomsman
Fishing expert Logan is prepared to go deep sea fishing in the Baltic sea. He is the younger bro of the groom, honorary groomsman and maybe one of the few Americans willing to swim in the fresh (cold) swedish waters.
Lina 'Linus' Ruda
Bride's sister
Meet Lina, Nicoles younger and - according to herself - funnier sister. She works in banking, has mad skills in the kitchen and is unreasonable proud for being the only Ruda-sibling with a drivers license.
Hayden 'H' Hill
Groom's brother
The grooms older brother from Phoenix Arizona, is a former basketball player and clothing model. He is rated most likely to run a successful sports podcast, and to be the poker champion of the group. He has been to Europe once before, but this will be his first time in Scandinavia.
Brogan & Georgia Hill
Groom's brother and sister in law
Recently married Brogan and Georgia live in Las Vegas with their cat Doodle. He is a Doctor in training, she is an engineer - and they might be the most positive people you will ever meet. Georgia will be making her first appearance in Europe.
Trevor 'T' Hill
Groom's brother
Trevor is a real-life Harvey Spector and rated most likely to show up speaking Swedish fluently. He is a master of debate, quiz champion, member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and balances his murder trials with cowboy boots.
Carina Ruda
Bride's mother
Carina lives in a small house with a huge garden and a greenhouse filled with tomatoes. She works at IKEA and spends her free time in nature or by the fireplace, knitting clothes for everyone she can think of.
Julie Hill
Groom's mother
Mother of the groom, Julie, is rated top chef in the Western United States. She lives among the cacti and wild animals in Tuscon, Arizona, with her dog Jackson, and is the office manager at a Law firm.
Håkan Ruda
Bride's father, honorary best man
The father of the bride and one of the groom's honorary best men. He works in property development and prefers to spend his days in the summerhouse in Bergafjärden, where the sun always shines.
Robert Hill
Groom's father, honorary best man
Dr. Robert Hill hails from Vero Beach, Florida, and is one of the groom's honorary best men. You will find him in the operating room, on the boat or traveling with his family.
Mikaela 'mickan' billström
Bride's stepmother
Mikaela is a dental nurse from Sundsvall, Sweden. She is the mother of Mira and Rio, a skin care-expert and loves everything that has to do with true crime.
Megan Hill
Groom's stepmother
Dr. Megan Hill is a fitness enthusiast from Vero Beach. She loves exploring new places with her family, hiking and swimming. She will be making her second appearance in Sweden.
Inger Friberg
Bride's grandmother
Meet Inger, the subject of Nicoles 4th year essay about a person she looks up to. Inger loves literature and used to work in a school library before her retirement. She enjoys long walks by the water and quality time with friends and family.
Richard 'Dick' Dill
Groom's grandfather
Successful businessman and multi-sport professional athlete. Richard “Dick” Dill hails from Sunny Naples, Florida, and is a Erie, Pennsylvania, hall of famer.
Raymond Ruda
Bride's Grandfather
Nicole's grandfather is the golf-pro of the Ruda family. He lives in Sundsvall, Sweden, and enjoys traveling with his wife Bibbi. If you wanna strike up a conversation with Raymond, ask him anything about sports.
Birgitta 'bibbi' ruda
Bride's grandmother
When her grandkids were young, Bibbi used to take them to the forest and teach them everything she knew about nature and plants - and her interest definitely rubbed off on Nicole. Bibbi is known for making the best cinnamon rolls and pickles in the world.
Emerson 'Emmie' Hill
Groom's sister
Meet Emmie, the youngest of the Hill-clan. She is playful, swims like an Olympic swimmer, and loves to tease her older siblings. She will charm you within seconds.
Rio 'Blixten' Ruda
Bride's brother
Rio, also known as Blixten (Swedish for lightning), is the youngest and most charming part of the Ruda family. Loves Swedish meatballs, speaking Swenglish, and playing catch.
Brynn Hill
Groom's sister
Full of energy and laughs - Brynn is already a Swedish expert having visited in 2022. She and Nicole makes the famous March-babies duo, known as the winners of everything.
Mira 'Pyret' Billström
Bride's sister
Mira is the undefeated bowling champion of the Ruda-family. Her preferred mode of traveling is cart-wheeling and she spends most of her free time playing football.
Lina 'Linus' Ruda
Bride's sister
Meet Lina, Nicoles younger and - according to herself - funnier sister. She works in banking, has mad skills in the kitchen and is unreasonable proud for being the only Ruda-sibling with a drivers license.
Hayden 'H' Hill
Groom's brother
The grooms older brother from Phoenix Arizona, is a former basketball player and clothing model. He is rated most likely to run a successful sports podcast, and to win $1000 on poker. He has been to Europe once before, but this will be his first time in Scandinavia.
Carina Ruda
Bride's mother
Carina lives in a small house with a huge garden and a greenhouse filled with tomatoes. She works at IKEA and spends her free time in nature or by the fireplace, knitting clothes for everyone she can think of.
Julie Hill
Groom's mother
Mother of the groom, Julie, is rated top chef in the Western United States. She lives in Tuscon, Arizona, with her dog Jackson, and loves to work out. She is the office manager at a Law firm and will be visiting Sweden for the first time.
Håkan Ruda
Bride's father, honorary best man
Father of the bride is one of the groom's honorary best men. He works in commercial real estate and prefers to spend his days in the summerhouse in Bergafjärden, where the sun always shine.
Robert Hill
Groom's father, honorary best man
Dr. Robert Hill hails from Vero Beach, Florida, and is one of the groom's honorary best men. You will find him in the operating room, on the boat or by the outdoors pizza oven.
Mikaela 'mickan' billström
Bride's stepmother
Mikaela is a dental nurse from Sundsvall, Sweden. She is the mother of Mira and Rio, a skin care-expert and loves everything that has to do with true crime.
Megan Hill
Groom's stepmother
Dr. Megan Hill is a fitness enthusiast from Vero Beach. She loves exploring new places with her family, hiking and swimming. She will be making her second appearance in Sweden.
Inger Friberg
Bride's grandmother
Meet Inger, the subject of Nicoles 4th year essay about a person she looks up to. Inger loves literature and used to work in a school library before her retirement. She enjoys long walks by the water and quality time with friends and family.
Richard 'Dick' Dill
Groom's grandfather
Successful businessman and multi-sport professional athlete. Richard “Dick” Dill hails from Sunny Naples, Florida, and is a Erie, Pennsylvania, hall of fame.
Raymond Ruda
Bride's Grandfather
Nicole's grandfather is the golf-pro of the Ruda family. He lives in Sundsvall, Sweden, and enjoys traveling with his wife Bibbi. If you wanna strike up a conversation with Raymond, ask him anything about sports.
Birgitta 'bibbi' ruda
Bride's grandmother
When her grandkids were young, Bibbi used to take them to the forest and teach them everything she knew about nature and plants - and her interest definitely rubbed off on Nicole. Bibbi is known for making the best cinnamon rolls and pickles in the world.
Emerson 'Emmie' Hill
Groom's sister
Meet Emmie, the youngest of the Hill-clan. She is playful, swims like an Olympic swimmer, and loves to tease her older siblings. She will charm you within seconds.
Rio 'Blixten' Ruda
Bride's brother
Rio, also known as Blixten (Swedish for lightning), is the youngest and most charming part of the Ruda family. Loves Swedish meatballs, speaking Swenglish, and playing catch.
Brynn Hill
Groom's sister
Full of energy and laughs - Brynn is already a Swedish expert having visited in 2022. She and Nicole makes the famous March-babies duo, known as the winners of everything.
Mira 'Pyret' Billström
Bride's sister
Mira is the undefeated bowling champion of the Ruda-family. Her preferred mode of traveling is cart-wheeling and she spends most of her free time playing football.
Avery 'Aves' Hill
Groom's sister
This vero beach “dragon” is known as Grifin’s July-Twin. Avery is a master horse rider and caring sister, full of creativity and imagination.
Logan Hill
Grooms brother, honorary groomsman
Fishing expert Logan is prepared to go deep sea fishing in the Baltic sea. He is the younger bro of the groom, honorary groomsman and maybe one of the few Americans willing to swim in the fresh (cold) swedish waters.
Lina 'Linus' Ruda
Bride's sister
Meet Lina, Nicoles younger and - according to herself - funnier sister. She works in banking, has mad skills in the kitchen and is unreasonable proud for being the only Ruda-sibling with a drivers license.
Hayden 'H' Hill
Groom's brother
The grooms older brother from Phoenix Arizona, is a former basketball player and clothing model. He is rated most likely to run a successful sports podcast, and to be the poker champion of the group. He has been to Europe once before, but this will be his first time in Scandinavia.
Brogan & Georgia Hill
Groom's brother and sister in law
Recently married Brogan and Georgia live in Las Vegas with their cat Doodle He is a Doctor in training, she is an engineer - and they might be the most positive people you will ever meet. Georgia will be making her first appearance in Europe.
Trevor 'T' Hill
Groom's brother
Trevor is a real-life Harvey Spector and rated most likely to show up speaking Swedish fluently. He is a master of debate, quiz champion, member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 under 40 and balances his murder trials with cowboy boots.
Carina Ruda
Bride's mother
Carina lives in a small house with a huge garden and a greenhouse filled with tomatoes. She works at IKEA and spends her free time in nature or by the fireplace, knitting clothes for everyone she can think of.
Julie Hill
Groom's mother
Mother of the groom, Julie, is rated top chef in the Western United States. She lives among the cacti and wild animals in Tuscon, Arizona, with her dog Jackson, and is the office manager at a Law firm.
Håkan Ruda
Bride's father, honorary best man
Father of the bride is one of the groom's honorary best men. He works in commercial real estate and prefers to spend his days in the summerhouse in Bergafjärden, where the sun always shine.
Robert Hill
Groom's father, honorary best man
Dr. Robert Hill hails from Vero Beach, Florida, and is one of the groom's honorary best men. You will find him in the operating room, on the boat or traveling with his family.
Mikaela 'mickan' billström
Bride's stepmother
Mikaela is a dental nurse from Sundsvall, Sweden. She is the mother of Mira and Rio, a skin care-expert and loves everything that has to do with true crime.
Megan Hill
Groom's stepmother
Dr. Megan Hill is a fitness enthusiast from Vero Beach. She loves exploring new places with her family, hiking and swimming. She will be making her second appearance in Sweden.
Inger Friberg
Bride's grandmother
Meet Inger, the subject of Nicoles 4th year essay about a person she looks up to. Inger loves literature and used to work in a school library before her retirement. She enjoys long walks by the water and quality time with friends and family.
Richard 'Dick' Dill
Groom's grandfather
Successful businessman and multi-sport professional athlete. Richard “Dick” Dill hails from Sunny Naples, Florida, and is a Erie, Pennsylvania, hall of famer.
