A spin-off, Marriage Boot Camp, followed five of the couples on Bridezillas. Fans of Bridezillas were captivated by the brides and all of the drama that went along with planning their weddings. What happened to the Bridezilla reality show?

Bridezillas’s Episodes

Each episode of Bridezillas focused on two different brides-to-be and their stories. Time was split equally between their stories. The brides would share how they met their fiances, from how they met to how they fell madly in love. While telling their stories, the brides would also share what their dream wedding would look like. Most of them had some extravagant weddings in mind, but they weren’t sure they could make it happen on their budgets.

The episodes then would dive into every moment of planning their wedding. Viewers would be introduced to the wedding party, the fiance, the families, and the wedding planners. As much as the show wanted to be a way to show brides-to-be that wedding planning is stressful, there were a lot of positive moments on the show. However, it became so popular due to tension, uncontrolled feelings, and emotions while trying to plan the perfect wedding. The whole idea is that the bride is the only one who gets what she wants on her special day.

Bridezillas Were Too Serious

During the show’s third season, a new executive producer came on board. Her name is Laura Halerpin. She was ready to take the show in a completely new direction. She felt it was a bit ‘sleepy’ and needed to jazz it up. She turned the focus of Bridezillas into a more negative and dramatic one.

Halperin told viewers, “There really weren’t many wedding shows on. I think that we said what we needed to say, which is sometimes the ladies take things a little too seriously.” After the brides appeared on the show, many of them told viewers that they should have just eloped and not had the stress of a big wedding. Their stories were all captured for the show, and most of them really didn’t think all of this drama and hard work was worth it.

Bridezillas was a very popular show on WEtv, and it is available on several streaming platforms for those who would like to watch it again. The show’s drama will never be recreated, but fans can rewatch all of the madness that they went through when planning their weddings.

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The groom didn’t throw the garter. His groomsmen chided him, his family chided him, and everyone wanted the spectacle of the groom getting down on his knees and pulling the garter off with his teeth. Everyone except for the bride, that is. “Not in front of my grandma!” she proclaimed. I’d never really thought about just how risqué the garter tradition was. I don’t know how comfortable I’d feel hiking up my skirt either.

It made me wonder what kind of racy traditions were par for the course in other cultures. Here are the three best ones that I found.

Traditions of Iceland

In Iceland, home to only about 350,000 residents, engagements tend to last for a long time. Like four or so years long. When the wedding day finally comes around, though, things get saucy fast. The bridesmaids take the bride to the bridal chamber where they undress her until she’s nude, save for the bridal headdress.

Next, the groom enters the room and also undresses and hops into bed with the bride. They exchange gifts that they’ve gotten for one another. Then, in perhaps the strangest twist, the priest enters the chamber and blesses the pairing.

Traditions of Denmark

Does your prospective groom have hot friends? If you live in Denmark, you probably hope so. During a typical Danish wedding ceremony, the groom will leave the proceedings for a bit. Why? So that the bride can kiss all of the single men at the ceremony. One last hurrah before marriage, I suppose. But don’t worry; they keep it fair in Denmark. When the groom returns, the bride leaves and it’s time for him to kiss all of the single ladies.

Traditions of Northern Borneo

I’m not certain if this one is sexy or just, well, plain weird. When a couple is newly married in the Tidong tribe of North Borneo, they are shut off in a home together for three full days. Three days alone on honeymoon? Pretty sexy, no?

But wait. There’s a catch. The families of the bride and groom keep watch on the door to the house and the couple is not allowed to leave. Especially not for a restroom break. That’s right. The bride and groom are forced to hold it for 72 hours straight. If they can make it through the torture, sexy torture, then it’s assumed that they’ll make through just about anything.

Know of any risque wedding traditions? Let us know in the comments.

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Four Weddings and a Funeral

Four Weddings and a Funeral was released in 1994 and has gotten so much praise for being one of the best romantic comedies for wedding lovers. The movie does feature four different weddings and one funeral. Hugh Grant and Andie MacDowell star in the film, and it has been known as one of the best British films of all time. This was director Richard Curtis’ first movie with Hugh Grant, but not the last as they went on to do Notting Hill together. This movie is full of comedy, romance, and heartbreak.

The Wedding Planner

The Wedding Planner was released in 2001 and stars Jennifer Lopez. Mary, the wedding planner, is so used to planning everyone’s special day for them that she has pretty much given up on any romance for herself. One day, she gets her heel caught in a grate, and a surgeon named Steve, played by Matthew McConaughey, sweeps her off her feet. There is one catch, though. Mary is actually planning his wedding to a bridezilla. This movie is filled with magical moments and plenty of comedy.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding

Released in 2002, My Big Fat Greek Wedding is about Toula and how her parents insist that she marry a Greek man. She ends up falling for Ian Miller, who is anything but Greek. The movie focuses on the blending of families and cultures. This romantic comedy will fill anyone’s heart with joy, and if you are a bride about to marry into a different culture, this is a must-watch.

Wedding Crashers

Wedding Crashers is another romantic comedy that has gained a lot of attention from fans of Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson. They star as Jeremy and John and the movie takes place in Washington, D.C. John and Jeremy are known for their wedding crashing skills and are ready to take on a big wedding. This wedding features the Secretary of the Treasury’s daughter, Gloria, played by Isla Fisher. The men find out that they actually have a thing for one of her bridesmaids, Claire, played by Rachel McAdams. This movie is filled with laughs and if you want to add some more to your night, give it a watch.

27 Dresses

27 Dresses is one of the most popular wedding movies to date. Released in 2008, it features Katherine Heigl who has worn 27 weddings as a bridesmaid. This fact has never bothered her, but then her sister asks her to be in her wedding. Her sister is about to marry the man she has a secret love for. James Marsden also stars in this movie as a famous wedding reporter who is in charge of covering this story. This romantic comedy is filled with laughs and some heartbreak. Add it to your list tonight.

Bride Wars

Bride Wars was released in 2009 and stars Anne Hathaway as Emma and Kate Hudson as Liv. The two of them start as best friends but end up planning their wedding on the same day, June 9th. They both book their special days at the Plaza Hotel, and this begins a feud like no other. Of course, one will have to reschedule the wedding, but they refuse. They decide that this means war and begin to sabotage the other wedding. What will happen? Only comedy and some tears, so be sure to check out this movie for some prank inspiration.

Bridesmaids

One of the funniest movies of all time, Bridesmaids, was released in 2011 and was even nominated for an Academy Award. The movie is about Annie who has been asked to be the maid of honor at her friend, Lillian’s wedding. The problem is that Lillian’s friend, Helen thinks that she should have been the maid of honor. This movie focuses on the roles of women in weddings and just how petty things can get. There is a lot of focus on friendships, romance, and heartbreak. This is one of Kristen Wiig’s best movies. If you need a good laugh, this is the movie for you.

Father of the Bride – 2022

This version of Father of the Bride was released in 2022 and is a remake of the classic. It stars Andy Garcia and Adria Arjona. Garcia stars as Billy who is unsure that he wants his daughter to ever get married. He knows that she is in love with her fiance, Adan, but isn’t sure that he can trust him. The couple wants to move to Mexico when they get married and work for a non-profit. This is not what Billy has in mind for his daughter, to say the least. Billy is excited to throw them a wedding and reveal many secrets.

My Best Friend’s Wedding

My Best Friend’s Wedding is one of Julia Roberts’ best. In the movie, she stars as Julianne, who is in love with her best friend, Michael (Dermot Mulroney). He is engaged to Kimmy (Cameron Diaz), who has been planning their big wedding. Julianne will do anything to sabotage this wedding, including lying and scheming to ensure her best friend falls for her and doesn’t marry Kimmy. This movie is one that put rom-coms on the map, and if you haven’t seen it, now is the time.

Love Actually

There has been much debate about whether Love Actually is a wedding movie, a Christmas movie… or both. This is obviously a beloved classic holiday film, and falling in love is a major theme throughout the film. The first big scene in the movie is Peter and Juliet’s wedding. The band plays “Love is All You Need,” and Juliet walks down the aisle in beauty. Of course, there are twists and turns, but the laughs and tears are there.

If you need some wedding inspiration, these ten films will most definitely set you on your way. Pick out one tonight to curl up to on the couch.

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Are you a member of a bridal party who is tired of being kind and supportive? Largely inspired by a real-life Bridesmaidzilla, here are five ways to help you become a terrible bridesmaid:

5. Show up to the bride’s bridal shower. Late. In sweatpants.

This is a great way to show your disrespect. You can easily prove to the bride and all guests that you do not care by arriving late, dressed like a slob. Do not speak to anyone, and make sure that you are gone in no more than 45 minutes.

4. Plan the bachelorette party and then bail last minute because you can’t afford it.

Bonus points if you post photos of your “new ride” on Facebook immediately following the “I can’t make it” text message. Additional bonus points awarded if your new vehicle costs more than the bride’s entire wedding.

3. Give the bride unsolicited advice.

The further the advice is from being any of your business, the better. For example, suggest that she kick her sister-in-law to the curb as a member of the bridal party.

2. Refuse to shop with the bride and send photos of potential dresses via cell phone.

As a bridesmaid, it is a blessing to be told that you are wearing a specific dress, but may choose the style that fits you best, whether it be strapless, halter, etc. To be given a color scheme and told to choose whatever you like best is like hitting the proverbial jackpot. If you are lucky enough to be in this situation, what you must do next is proceed to send multiple mirror shots of yourself in white dresses. Bonus points to be won again if one of them is transparent, displaying your matching bra and panties. Who are you trying to impress, anyway?

1. Be “that” bridesmaid at the reception.

You know the one. The one that all the out-of-town guests discuss over the continental breakfast. The one that heard the bar was closing during dinner and stocked up on five vodka cranberries. The one that flashed the aforementioned underwear to your entire extended family. The subject of an inappropriate bet by all single groomsmen.

We all know how crazy a bride-to-be can behave. There are certainly times when, as a bridesmaid, you cannot recall a single reason why you would have agreed to stand next to this woman on her wedding day. If you’ve had enough of playing nice, follow these tips and be well on your way to becoming the worst possible bridesmaid that you can be.

This guest post was written by Cher, a 20-something, recently married student studying English and Marketing & Communications. She enjoys reading and writing and cannot get enough of weddings. She keeps that obsession alive and ignores academic obligations by writing and blogging about all things weddings.

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No matter how many articles are written on wedding etiquette, there will always be the drunk uncle.  He’s a lost cause.  For the rest of us, however, there are a few situations we can easily avoid to ensure weddings are pleasant experiences for all.

Below are 6 things not to do at a wedding.  This is hardly an exhaustive list; if you have a question about the suitability of a comment or action, err on the side of DON’T DO IT.

Don’t drink too much

“Too much,” of course, is a matter of opinion, but if you’re crying vodka and the floor seems to be breathing, it may be time to switch to the 7UP.

Check out our post on wedding catastrophes, and in particular Sandra Bullock in “28 Days,” for further proof.

Don’t look better than the bride

Don’t show up in holey jeans and a tube top, either, but keep in mind whose day this is.

Don’t tell the groom you’ve always had a huge crush

This is part B of “Don’t drink too much” – I’m sure he’s very flattered, but there’s certainly a better time to confess your undying love.  And by “better time,” I mean never.

Don’t laugh when the official asks “If anyone knows of any just cause…”

Sure, you know about that weekend in Tijuana (and the ensuing regimen of penicillin) but keep a lid on the cackling.

Don’t cite divorce statistics

We all know 1 out of 2 marriages end in divorce.  Well, no one thinks they’re the 1s.  And don’t ask about a prenup…

Don’t say any of the following:

• “Wow.  I never thought I’d see you guys up there…”
• “So that’s the dress you went with—“
• “Didn’t someone tell the pastor not to wear cut-off shorts?”
• (Patting your pockets) “Did you give me the ring yet?”
• “Don’t worry.  It only happened that one time.  And we were drunk.”
• “And the blood test was NEGATIVE?”
• “Your hair? …Yeah.  It’s… interesting.”

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It’s never a happy event when an engagement ends.  All that initial excitement and promise turns to just so much dust, often leaving at least one of the participants shell-shocked and disappointed.  Of course, when the partners are celebrities, the rest of us can’t help but feel a bit of schadenfreude at their misfortune.

Below are 7 of the most noteworthy failed celebrity engagements.  Enjoy.

Gwyneth Paltrow & Brad Pitt

They made “Se7en,” her head ended up in a box, the rest is history.  Now hooked up with Angelina Jolie and Chris Martin respectively, Brad and Gwyneth were just too beautiful to last.  Like looking at the sun, you needed a pinhole camera to keep from being blinded.

Why we hope it ended:  The Curse of the Matching Haircut (a Nancy Drew mystery).

Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck

The train wreck known at “Bennifer” was a tabloid bonanza culminating in Ben’s Miami Vice makeover and music videos of him (literally) kissing her posterior.  The spotlight proved too hot, however, and these A-listers went their separate ways much to the chagrin of hungry paparazzi everywhere.

Why we hope it ended:  He finally saw “Money Train.”

Katie Holmes & Chris Klein

Before TomKat, there was ChriKat – yeah, definitely not the same ring.  And speaking of rings, Katie probably had to return hers, which was fine because, considering the reception of “American Reunion,” Chris Klein could really use the money.

Why we hope it ended:  He refused to jump on couches for her.

Heather Locklear & Jack Wagner

Heather Locklear of “Melrose Place,” “TJ Hooker” and “Spin City” fame hooked up with longtime friend Jack Wagner (“The Bold and the Beautiful”) and sparks flew!  Angels sighed!  Amazing hair ensued!  But then they broke up, proving all the mousse in the world can’t keep affection in place.

Why we hope it ended:  They couldn’t decide who was less relevant.

Kat Von D & Jesse James

In the aftermath of his failed marriage to America’s sweetheart, Jesse James set up house with the world’s most famous tattooed lady.  Fortunately for her, the relationship proved less permanent than her LA Ink.

Why we hope it ended:  Um, ‘cause God loves Sandra Bullock.  Duh.

Bristol Palin & Levi Johnston

Who saw this coming?  They seemed like such a genuine, mature couple!  Apparently, Bristol didn’t see much “value” in this “family” (see what I did there?) and kicked Levi to the curb, leading him to spill some dirt on his would-be in-laws.

Why we hope it ended: Levi wouldn’t stop addressing Sarah Palin as “MILF.”

Evan Rachel Wood & Marilyn Manson

A girl with a boy’s name, a boy with a girl’s name – happily ever after, right?  It sure looked that way… but like a Baby Ruth candy bar, suddenly it was over, leaving us dissatisfied and alone.

Why we hope it ended:  She was just too weird for him.

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9) I get the strangest feeling she isn’t looking to chop vegetables with that knife.

8) It looks like a cone of shame.

7) Is she trying to say marriage is like a prison…?

6) Marriage has gone to the dogs.

5) What a catch!

4) Say I do… OR ELSE!

3) Just got married. Must. Update. Facebook. Status.

2) Just wanna get in a little online shopping before the big moment.

1) We call this the Dennis Rodman wedding dress.

Image credits: stock photos

Rob Toledo is working alongside My Love Wedding ring, who encourages you to add a unique touch to your engagement by considering unique matching wedding bands or an alternative to diamonds like sapphire rings.

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You know what wrecks a perfectly good proposal?  A crap ring.  Instead of thinking, “Wow, my life’s gonna be great!  I’m gonna be with this man for the rest of my life!” she’s thinking “Wow, I’m gonna have to wear that garish piece of tacky for The Rest. Of. My. Life…”  Some ladies will suffer in silence for decades.  And others?  Well, the guy better pray she doesn’t have a good throwing arm.

Below are 10 of the ugliest rings I could find on the interwebs.  Ladies, my apologies if you own one of these… er, gems.  Fellas, be forewarned…

DISCLAIMER:  Beauty is subjective.  Obviously, you can disagree with my valuations (hello Comments section below!)  But I’m pretty sure I’m right

1.     The Cluster

This gem (or multiple gems, rather) was discovered on a website running an ugly engagement ring contest.  Apparently the lady who submitted the picture agreed: “Thank GOD I never married him.”

2.     The Nail

Well, it’s certainly economical.  But tip for the gentlemen: Most chicks don’t dig rings found in the hardware aisle of Home Depot.

3.     The Heart

Maybe this isn’t terrible… If you got it from Monica, your bestest friend in the whole wide world, who totally, like, loves hearts.

4.     Ring around the Vampire

Nothing says “eternity” like Dracula fangs spitting out a diamond.  (Irrelevant aside: Do all vampires have straight teeth?). This reminds me of something you’d buy at FrightFind.

5.     Oui?  Non.

Truthfully, the French language is very romantic, but between the gold cursive and the nanojewel, I deny this ring.

6.     Skin in the Game

I have nothing to say about this.  Wait.  Yes I do.  The paaaaaaaaaaaain.

7.     Holding on Too Tight

He approaches, heart in hand, and asks you to make him the happiest man on earth… You consider until you realize he took the heart/hands part literally.  Rings go on fingers; they shouldn’t HAVE fingers.

8.     Infectious

Hot tank top?  $15.  Skinny Jeans?  $90.  A ring that looks like it has a rash?  Priceless.

9.     Jersey Sore

It’s like the bedazzled version of this.

10.Permanent Marker

Diamonds better be this girl’s best friend.

Am I a terrible, judgmental person with an outhouse where my heart should be?  Probably. In the end, the ring should match the personality. If tattoos are a couple’s thing, then there you have it. Each of these rings is a bit risky in my opinion. You want to wow that girl.

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While wedding catastrophes are tragic in Real Life, the schadenfreude of watching another’s special day fall apart often proves irresistible.  Nuptial calamities (cummerbund malfunctions, ice statue meltdowns, drunk uncles) create incredible fodder for cinema.

Below are seven of the best wedding catastrophes captured on celluloid.  To watch the scenes, click on the pictures. Enjoy!

The Graduate (1967)

Luckily, we were rooting for this “catastrophe.”  When Dustin Hoffman shows up to interrupt Katherine Ross’ wedding, we know he’s all-in: this will either be the best or worst idea of his life.  The result created one of the most iconic final scenes in movie history.

The Philadelphia Story (1940)

It’s generally frowned upon to spend the night before your wedding drunk with another man… and yet, that’s exactly the situation Katharine Hepburn finds herself in during “The Philadelphia Story.”  Luckily, Cary Grant is there to pick up the pieces after her nutty night with newspaperman Jimmy Stewart.

The Hangover (2009)

Of the many mishaps that can befall a wedding, losing the groom on the eve of the ceremony ranks pretty high.

Rachel Getting Married (2007)

We’re used to some fairly dodgy rehearsal dinner speeches, but this one takes the cake. Not-so-recovering alcoholic Anne Hathaway gives the most rambling, embarrassing, self-centered speech in recent memory. Check it out:

28 Days (2000)

This is really the piece de resistance of wedding catastrophes. A VERY inebriated Sandra Bullock not only destroys her sister’s wedding cake with an ill-timed faceplant, but drunkenly smashes her car into a house in the very next scene.

Kill Bill (2003)

There’s nothing quite like having your psychotic ex-lover and his goons show up on the big day to kill everyone on both sides of the aisle…

The Little Mermaid (1989)

Brainwashed Prince Eric almost marries meanie octopus-witch Ursula – luckily he’s helped out by a bloated seagull and a passel of starfish. To add insult to injury, the moment he finds his true Ariel, she sprouts a tail and is drawn to the deep.

Are there any brilliant movie wedding catastrophes we’ve missed? Fill us in on your favorites below!

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If you’re on this website, you’re probably familiar with WeTV’s giant hit “Bridezillas,” or as I like to call it, “Faming of the Shrew.”  Each week a delusional trainwreck wreaks havoc on her fiancé, bridesmaids, florists, limo drivers, Mom and everyone else within her self-absorbed orb.

And while newer shows like “Toddlers & Tiaras” constantly drill new depths in reality TV horror, “Bridezillas” definitely got the bit spinning.  Between cake smashes, bitchslaps and F-Bombs, these “ladies” may gussy up like classy debutantes, but routinely prove more scratch card than Black AmEx.

Below are 9 of our favorite “Bridezilla” clips – meltdowns encompassing updos, “$9 an hour” bouncers and future in-laws’ refusing to play Clue.  And that last one isn’t made up.

The List

1. Michelle

The Problem: The bride has ordained that she will be the ONLY one who wears her hair down. One brave bridesmaid takes a stand.
The Solution: Physical altercation, chase on foot, demands!
Choice quote from the bride: “Why’s your hair down? Do you see Chrissy’s hair? Chrissy’s is up. Kimmy’s is up. Felicia’s is up. Yours is going up!”

2. Christina

The Problem: That is the cake she ordered, but not the cake she wanted.
The Solution: Smash the cake!
Choice quote from the bride: “Everything you say to me is like duh-duh-duh. I don’t hear a damn thing you’re saying – the only thing I hear is in my mind, saying ‘I want chocolate on my wedding day. I want chocolate on my wedding day.’ So get me the damn chocolate cake!”

3. Christina

The Problem: Mirror, Mirror on the wall… no one can look better than the bride!
The Solution: Lose the Spanx. Also, Bride imposes a weight minimum.
Choice quote from the bride: “You look really skinny in that dress.” “Thanks.” “That was not a compliment. That was a problem.”

4. Karen

The Problem: Poor, “lesser” people just don’t treat our bride with the deference she deserves.
The Solution: Be a total a-hole.
Choice quote from the bride: (mocking a less fortunate man on the street) “I’m poor! I’m standing on the side of the road because I make $9 an hour! And then on my side job, I clean the floors at McDonalds! Oh my God, then I go back to the house in the projects.”

5. Porsha

The Problem: The potential appearance of the groom’s ex.
The Solution: Verbal assault via voicemail.
Choice quote from the bride: “You are not invited to my wedding so don’t you even come. Don’t even come. ‘Cause if you do, you going to jail. You going to jail.”

6. Courtney

The Problem: Groom’s family doesn’t want to play Clue.
The Solution: Pound walls and scream.
Choice quotes from the bride: “It’s infuriating that your family is so stupid!” and “Nobody’s gonna play because they’re all gonna sit there and not get up off their fat asses and go find the murder weapon!”

7. Danika

The Problem: The Bagpiper hasn’t shown up!
The Solution: Crying.
Choice quote from the bride: “I wanted my bagpiper so bad… (inaudible, devolves into sniffles and snot)”

8. Erica

The Problem: Bride’s sister wants to do her homework on the night before the wedding. The audacity.
The Solution: Bride throws sister’s backpack in the garbage.
Choice quote from the bride: “She wanted to go in her room and think that was it, so I jacked her booksack and threw it in the garbage can outside.”

9. Porsha Returns

The Problem: Bridesmaids are improperly attired for fitting (in Bride’s opinion).
The Solution: Sarcasm, expletives.
Choice quote from the bride: “You got the girdle? …Bitch, you know what a f*cking fitting is!”

As you can guess, it was nearly impossible to narrow the meltdowns to 9, so please, feel free to share your favorites below…

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