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Home · Weddings

Bridal Bliss: See Childhood Friends Eghosa and Eyituoyo’s Old Hollywood Wedding

Sometimes the most beautiful love stories are born from lifelong friendships. Such was the case for these Southern sweethearts. See their romantic Georgia wedding day.

By Charli Penn · January 20, 2016October 27, 2020
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Lifelong Friends

Sometimes the most beautiful love stories are born from lifelong friendships. Such was the case for these Southern sweethearts. See their romantic Georgia wedding day.

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On My Way

Eghosa had lots of help getting prepared to meet her groom at the altar.

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Life Is But A Dream

“The day was all I dreamed of and even more,” says Eghosa. “I was very happy, but it was all so surreal. To have a beautiful wedding and a handsome husband is definitely a blessing.”

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Everybody’s Here

A group shot worthy of a frame.

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Princess Moves

Eghosa found her “princess look” online by looking through bridal photos.

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I Prayed For You

“The moment I prayed and ask God to reveal His desire to me, I knew he was The One,” says the Eghosa. “After that, I noticed our relationship started getting closer and closer and closer.”

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Dapper Is As Dapper Does

Let’s hear it for these dapper dudes.

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How Romantic

We love the romantic blooms the couple chose for the big day.

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A Match Made In Heaven

“I chose Precious as my wife because of her heart,” says the groom. “I dated but there was always somethings missing. I prayed to God to bring someone that has the same heart as me. So Gods hands made our match.”

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Fit For A Princess

“I felt it, as soon as I looked in the mirror,” says Eghosa. “I knew it was my dress, and I was going to own it.”

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The Glow Of Love

We love it when brides glow like this on their wedding day. #Beautiful

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Give My Heart To You

“Tuoyo is the most giving person you would ever meet,” says Eghosa.

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Photo Fabulous

Custom details always make the bridal photos extra special.

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Top It Off

We instantly fell in love with Eghosa’s vintage bridesmaids’ style.

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Vision Of Love

“She is a very spiritual, kind, nurturing, and wise woman,” says the groom. “She has a heart of gold. Even if it is her last dime, she will give it to help someone in need. She strives to make herself better in every way possible.”

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A Love So True

Eghosa loves her husband’s heart most. “I love the fact that he will be there for anyone and is always willing to go over and beyond for his family and friends,:” she says. “Even if he does not get the same in return.”

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Blessed To Have You

“I think God granted me to spend the rest of my life with my best friend,” says the bride. “Now, that is a blessing!”

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Right By Your Side

The couple had 11 groomsman and 11 bridesmaids by their side.

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Done In A Flash

Eghos’a dress hunt was a breeze. “I bought the second dress I tried on,” she says.

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Best Friends Forever

“When he proposed, I was very surprised,” says the bride. “I did not expect it. I cried like a baby. They were tears of joy because Eyituoyo is my best friend.”

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More Than Friends

“Knowing she was The One was almost a supernatural experience for me,” says the groom. “I was sitting in the car talking to my friend about things that were going on in my life at the time, when all of a sudden a change in my heart, mind and soul happened. It was a divine presence that had guided my whole being to the right person. Tears fell from my eyes ass I started to envision her as my wife, from then I knew she was the one.”

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Beautiful Beginnings

“My husband and I grew up together,” say Eghosa. “We’ve know each other since he was 11years old and I was 8 years old. In our early twenties, we became closer and we always looked forward to family outings and going out dancing with our family and mutual friends. Through hanging out frequently, we became closer.”

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A Sign Of What’s To Come

Could this sign be any cuter? We think not!

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Absolute Gratitude

The couple sealed the deal with a traditional ceremony. “My pastor, Apostle Moses Mukwiza, is my spiritual father, who has been there for Tuoyo and I through counseling, advice, support, unconditional love and prayers,” says the bride. “We are so grateful to have him in our life.”

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From The Heart

The couple spoke from their hearts at the altar.

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Tender Love

There were nothing but tender moments at the altar for Eghosa and Eyituoyo.

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Happiness Realized

“It was surreal,” says Eghosa. “I could not believe I was marrying my best friend. I was just so happy. I had to hold his hand to make sure I was real.”

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The Newlyweds

Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Orugboh!

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Go Big

Eghosa chose a vintage Hollywood theme for their big day.

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The Perfect Guy

“He is very family oriented,” says the bride. “He loves children and is a technology guru. I have never met anyone who learns as quickly as Tuoyo.”

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Stars of the Night

The couple rolled out the red carpet to make sure their big entrance was a big deal and to complement their old Hollywood theme.

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They Do

Over 600 guests attended the couple’s “I dos.”

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Oh So Sweet

A classic cake for a classic couple.

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So Happy Together

Eghosa admits she cried tears of joy during their first dance.

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Decadent Love

“We wanted something simply but elegant, we went with various flavors, vanilla, strawberry, white chocolate,” says Eghosa when describing their decadent wedding cake.

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You Light Up My Life

I love her presence, she has a certain aura around her,” says the groom. “Her presence alone gives me a calm feeling. She is the light in my darkest times.”

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Fit For A King and Queen

The newlyweds reigned supreme at the reception, sitting at a sweetheart table regal enogh for a king and queen.

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All the Single Ladies…

Now that’s a big group. We wonder which lucky lady caught beaming bride Eghosa’s bridal bouquet.

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Gentleman’s Choice

Eyituoyo’s pastor actually shipped a suit over from Europe just for the dapper groom. “Yes I Picked my own suit,” he proudly proclaims.

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Mix It Up

We love that the couple mixed cultural traditions into their wedding weekend.

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Congrats Are In Order

Join us as we congratulate the happy couple on their bridal bliss. Want to see your wedding featured in Bridal Bliss? Email us now!

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