

The latest evidence of a career slump comes from a recent performance at the Keswick Theatre in Philadelphia in December (2018), a venue she pretty much sold out all 1,500 seats in the past. They felt further misunderstood, and they felt the person they were depending on to speak on their behalf just betrayed them.” “They didn’t feel represented in that moment. “People didn’t feel hopeful from that moment,” Michele said of the performance alongside Travis Greene. Now, over two years later, the $75,000 gig (many thought it was $250k), which would have been a prestigious honor for any other President, continues to haunt her career. by performing at the inauguration of President Donald Trump, which she believed would be an opportunity to “be a bridge” in a fractured nation. Manage your budget and communicate with each other through the entire process.In 2016, Chrisette Michele ignored the public outcry from the black community and most of U.S. Brandi- the entrance of the jazz band at the beginning of the reception. The anticipation before the big reveal was awesome. We looked to incorporate our New Orleans traditions in a way that fit with that vision, such as our fleur de lis ice sculpture and traditional New Orleans jazz band.īrian – We were debating until the very end about doing a first look before the wedding. It was a Louisiana memento- blue dog pin with a fleur de lis in the center.īrian and I wanted our wedding to exude classic elegance with a dramatic edge. I also loved my ‘something blue’ given to me by a dear friend. I wore Benjamin Adams of London shoes with a fully encrusted v shape heel and silk platform peep toe. The strapless bodice featured a sweetheart neckline and flattering ruching while Swarovski crystals encrusted the entire bodice. I wore an Allure ball gown in rich satin. Because we had been talking about marriage, I thought this was just another hypothetical conversation- I was wrong! We were preparing to watch the second Presidential debate and Brian asked if I would be his wife. We were spending a quiet evening at home, when Brian asked me to marry him. She knew the both of us and thought that our common interest in Biology would be a starting point- I will always be grateful to her for introducing me to my soul mate. We met through a mutual friend while working at the United States Army Corps of Engineers’ New Orleans Branch.

Wedding Theme: Modern, Traditional Elegance.Wedding Location: The Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta, Georgia.

Sophia Barrett Studiosbeautifully captured the love and excitement Brandi and Brian shared with their friends and family. Their fleur de lis ice sculpture and traditional New Orleans jazz band were a hit with guests. The couple made sur to incorporate their New Orleans culture into their wedding. Guests were wowed by the soaring museum ceilings, and the earthy reception décor, which included amazing centerpieces of roses and crystals hanging for tree branches. Until he presented her with a beautiful ring, and she knew that it was an official proposal!īrandi and Brian wanted their wedding to “exude classic elegance with a dramatic edge.” Brandi was captivating as she entered their church ceremony wearing a satin ball gown that featured a sweetheart neckline, flattering ruching along the waist and a gorgeous bodice covered in Swarovski crystals. Since Brandi and Brian are lovers of science, it was fitting that they had their reception at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History in Atlanta, GA. So when Brian asked Brandi to marry him during President Obama’s second Presidential debate, she thought he was once again talking in hypotheticals. While they were dating, it was very common for them to have conversations about getting married. They connected over their common love of science, but they soon realized that they had a deeper chemistry. This beautiful couple met through a mutual friend while they worked at the United States Army Corps of Engineers in New Orleans. What common interest attracted you to your significant other? Well, for Brandi Collins and Brian Thomas it was a love for Biology.
