Bride Goes Viral For Turning Wedding Reception Into Party After Getting Left At The Altar

Kayley from Wales was abandoned an hour before her wedding, but she wasn't about to let a good party go to waste! Kayley dials-in and shares how she turned one of the hardest days of her life into a day she will always remember as "pure happiness...in a strange way." Pilot Pen awards Kayley $1,000 for her amazing resilience. Be unstoppable with the go-to pens of The Kelly Clarkson Show, the smooth G2 and erasable FriXion by Pilot. powertothepen....
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[@faraboverubieskerry]

This was a blessing in disguise. She deserves a strong man. Not a weak wimp who had his dad call her to tell her the news. Smh

[@naomybetanco]

Hahahaha for sureee👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@christicrenshaw2772]

That is what I thought. It was meant to be. God knew she was marrying the right person and he put her on the right path to head towards the right man She deserves that

[@alziedownes1955]

Better now than later,

[@Sara-xk1ns]

I think it spoke volumes on the kind of man he is, when all his groomsman chose to stay with her. I believe the only guests who left were his parents and they spoke to her privately and left out of respect bc they wanted her to have fun and not feel weird in front of them bc they also seemed to love her and were letdown by their sons choice. He literally had no one on his “side” and she was able to have the entire wedding celebrate her perseverance. She just sounds like such an optimistic person. It’s refreshing in this day and age to see someone not so burnt out.

[@cyndykated358]

Man baby..lol

[@cestlaguy]

Love that the groomsmen supported her through this

[@SarahPaceSings]

I was thinking the same!!!!

[@dianebaker5243]

💯👍

[@pepelepew1227]

good call man

[@rialequay1787]

Right. That says a lot

[@jessicafelix7178]

I hope that the groomsmen change sides and stand by HER rather than the BOY who had his Daddy break the news to this POWERFUL, STRONG, and WONDERFUL woman!

[@jeaninebell8277]

She can buy herself flowers, write her name in the sand, talk to herself for hours....she can love herself better than he can!

[@RB-zp4nm]

🎶🎵💃 100%

[@sidewalksurf800]

This HAS to be her jam right now lol she dodged a bullet.

[@51Saffron]

@MY YT Umm she is Welsh. I think you mean dangers, Maybe you should listen to the video and realize she is not American.

[@EK-fl8yz]

Totally agree with you …..👍👍👍👏👏

[@deeladydi8669]

Best song everrrrrrrr ❤

[@caitlinbelforti870]

Leaving someone at the alter is a perfect example of something that's perfectly fine in a romcom and absolutely psychotic in real life.

[@TheMwendaa]

Exaaaactly

[@ilikeyoutube836]

Exactly. What kind of lowlife does that to someone?? Good for her for the way she handled it. I hope that makes him feel like the ass that he is

[@SOI-wl2lo]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheRachag]

Yes because you should never let it get to that point. He should have ended it before all the deposits.🤦‍♀️

[@TMM-N]

It is better than going through the marriage and getting divorce and having to pay alimony

[@jrock1030]

How does someone propose, plan a wedding, and then not show up on the wedding day…

[@aishasadiq2210]

By being an A*****e! That's how

[@oladokunayanfeoluwapaul615]

It still shocks me

[@lstarsabb]

Exactly I always said after proposal you have everyday till the wedding to change your mind, but if you leave me at that alter that is unforgivable and the most cowardly thing to do. How can you look your friends and family in the eye and tell them you sent your dad an hour before the wedding to break up with your fiancé . That is not a real man!

[@marwatson7408]

@@lstarsabb Exactly she is better off without him such a cowardly thing to do. People spend a lot of time, energy, and most importantly money to plan a wedding and Im sure his family and friends must be embarrassed by his actions as well.

[@erikaoxoxo936]

That point right there 😮

[@MADEbySOUL]

It says something profound when the GROOMSMEN chose to celebrate her on that day. They saw how amazing she was and she was someone they could stand behind.

[@jess8935]

It's good that he didn't go through with the marriage but the fact that he had to have his dad call shows his true character. Glad she was able to make the best of it and hope she heals from this.

[@snsn7251]

Exactly. Literally just wrote this b4 I saw your comment.

[@TrulyUnbothered]

He wasn’t even man enough to tell her himself. Smh pure trash!

[@Zzz2x]

He had many chances to not be with her or end it before. He’s weak

[@PossibleBat]

A literal man child, having his daddy deal with his problems, smh

[@roddo1955]

I think it might have been his father who made the decision to call her. 'Son...I think its best she doesn't hear this from you.'. I think hearing the news that way, kind of 'softens' the blow for the bride. Instead of being told:"I'm not marrying you today" by her fiance, she was informed by well willing people who sympathize with. That way it doesn't come across as something being done to her. But something terribly unfortunate happened and it was unforseen, totally out of her control and not by her doing. 'I don't want to get married' has a different ring to it when you are standing at the altar.

[@kp74952]

Freaking love her. Hope she finds someone who DESERVES to be with someone so badass!

[@annjohnson8437]

Well said!

[@Skatejock21]

She needs someone who is honest, has integrity, kind, loving and cares for her. Sometimes we need to bring things down a few notches.

[@baar1268]

Being single is the best

[@kookoo6128]

hey, do not call her a fatass just because she is obese!

[@apotomus5116]

"I ain't no damn 300lbs. I weigh 165 how you doin'?

[@janninmarie8385]

The way she handled herself in such a horrible situation shows her great character. He really missed out on a rare one. The universe was on her side the whole time.

[@breezeh1127]

That groom missed out on the best person...but she dodged a bullet. He didn't deserve her at all. She is the kind of person we all aspire to be when things are hard. We all wish we had someone like her in our corner through life ❤

[@roddo1955]

She didn't dodge a bullet. She planned this for two years and was blindsided. When you dodge a bullet, it is because you take action to avoid a situation you don't want and you make a quick decision that safes you. Like the guy,: He was the one who decided to not get married. She only got to decide over what to do once she was told she was dumped. I understand the sentiment but people should take more heed to the meaning of words and common phrases. Technically, the groom was the bullet but he decided not to shoot. Instead; he walked away.

[@breezeh1127]

@@roddo1955 Dodged a bullet is an idiom that means to avoid something harmful or stressful, to avoid disaster. You can still see the groom as the bullet and in this case, inadvertently, she still did dodged it, by not marrying him. It can be seen both ways. You can purposefully move to dodge or you can accidently move and still dodge that same bullet. It also means to have a narrow escape from an undesirable situation. That narrow escape can be by your own doing or by someone else's doing(if it still helped you escape). Get over yourself.

[@roddo1955]

@@breezeh1127 seems to me that you need to get over me. I'm fine with myself😄 you on the other hand, are hurt/feel a way because of my post. Just a deconstruction of a common phrase; Nobody hurt you. Feel better.

[@bean2872]

@@roddo1955 lol kiddo

[@jacqulinekaranja]

@@roddo1955 You're everywhere with these comments. I'm curious now are you the groom who left? Cause yeah she did dodge a bullet with this such a great lady.

[@NubianP6]

How could anyone do that to another person? 😔 On a positive note, I’m glad that he moved his substandard self out of the way to clear the space for the real man that she actually deserves.

[@VP-kr2vd]

Amen🤍🙏

[@rejaneflorinda6162]

Cold feet, cowardice, whatever it is it must be really rooted in his being. The fact that he will be judged all his life for this decision is enough to show that he will have what he deserves.

[@blessingsbest6838]

🎉🎉🎉

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Or clear the way for being single for life U can not tell what will be I hope she doesn’t settle ever

[@not-even-german4892]

😔😔😔

[@GourmetMom1]

Def did not need the groom there. SLAY, QUEEN! 💅🏼

[@morganjanelle4282]

@@myyt8006 In the United States (where 'GourmetMom1' is probably from), the *correct* spelling is *Queen.* 'Quean' (spelled with the 'a') means an ill-behaved woman or a prostitute. GourmetMom1 was *correct.*

[@alexisnicolson6092]

Sometimes the trash takes itself out. I’m so glad she had her special day with the people that unconditionally love and show up for her! Lovely energy I hope she is doing well :)

[@JB-hc9ox]

I would have done the same thing. He saved her from a marriage, a divorce, and children he didn’t even want. We all know people who have done it, and it didn’t end well.

[@creativesparks2164]

He should’ve done it wayyyyy before. But yeah at least he did before it was too late

[@snsn7251]

He's weak. Couldnt even phone her himself. Parents must be proud

[@skyhigh8734]

Really. Wait until the wedding day to make up your mind. He’s Pathetic and poor excuse or a man . He had plenty time to break up

[@keepgoinggrowingandglowing9780]

I’d rather him back down before hand, rather than drag me through a life of misery.

[@pokaay3163]

I mean, just because it’s better than the alternative, doesn’t make what he did a good thing. It was still very inconsiderate and could have easily turned into a big waste of so many people’s time, money, and emotional investment. Idk what that guy was going through to wait until THE day to do that, but it was wrong. Better than sticking to it and becoming miserable, sure, but it should have been done sooner and NOT the day of.

[@annjohnson8437]

She is a strong young woman! I'm glad she celebrated herself with her family and friends! The guy that left her at the alter is going to regret it! She's fabulous! ❤️

[@blessingsbest6838]

Most definitely!

[@Risingofthephoenix]

He's gonna realize he's made a big mistake. Not many woman/men are like her or would react this way. Her character, will power, outlook is extremely rare and priceless. Edit* there are some comments assuming I think it's a bad thing to grieve or react in a downtrodden way its not its human. And it's healthy but not for a long time. Grief can keep you stuck very quickly and can easily lead to serious consequences like depression addictions bad habits isolation hurting others cause you're hurt etc. Here's an example we can all relate to I'm sure many of you can recall the whole country grieved in times of tragedy when 9/11 happened or even this pandemic. Sadness and fear lasted a very long time in our country it took most of our collective energy down like quick sand and for many they stayed stuck in that grief fear and sadness. However if you think back there were times you ran across people or looked up to people who were inspiring that made you happy that kept the human spirit alive and sparked motivation in you to keep on truckin'. Those people didn't let the terrorists win those people didn't stop living cause of some virus. Energy is contagious both negative and positive. Look at it this way would you follow a leader in times of tragedy that made you feel happy motivated and inspired you to live life to the fullest and to be the best you could be or would you follow someone who kept you in a rut of grief turmoil and paralyzed with fear? I think the answer is simple.

[@LaFlor718]

We don’t know these people but I have to agree. To go through something so horrible and humiliating and to face it with such a positive outlook and grace, that speaks volumes to her character as you said. She seems like fun!

[@SirDave]

I also feel like even if she didn't handle it this way and she was upset and angry and went off or whatever it may be, that doesn't make her a bad person either, because it's justified because she's a human and she has emotions.

[@giulia1603]

Not wanting to party or being sad and upset right after the person you were about to spend your life with left you is more than reasonable, it’s not a lack of will power. Maybe the groom and the wedding weren’t that important to her either.

[@giulia1603]

@d a r l i n g J o yeah I think that her reaction is weird and shows that she was as uninterested in the relationship as he was! So I don’t think that’s indicative of a strong character. But it’s just my opinion

[@bbb-1-2-3]

@@giulia1603 everybody is grieving different way. She wanted to be surrounded by people when maybe most, like me, would want to hide away and be small... she was hurt, no doubt.

[@tanyas1644]

Thank goodness she has an amazing tribe to celebrate with and for her during this time. I wish her nothing but the best. She deserves so much 🎉

[@SOI-wl2lo]

Shows me why you need a GREAT tribe !!! ❤

[@godhg9694]

u don't know why the guy called it off.

[@janedo-re-mi2738]

@@godhg9694 yeah but we know he had two years to call it off instead of waiting until the day of the wedding.

[@godhg9694]

@@janedo-re-mi2738 yes,but you don't know what happend that made him change his mind,within those 2 yrs.

[@tanyas1644]

@@godhg9694 does it even matter? An adult would have had a conversation with her and ended it with her maturely. But instead he waited... through the entire planning process and opted to have his DAD dump her for him. My comment mainly states... she didn't let what could have been a severely crushing event cripple her. She and her tribe celebrated life instead. Now if you have any other negative thoughts please take them elsewhere. "He" nor his motives are the topic of my comment. Have a great day 😀

[@LissetteLissie]

Who says you have to marry someone else?! I'm so happy she went on and had fun! I think I'm going to throw myself a wedding for my 50th birthday!!! She has inspired me so much! She looked fabulous!!! And she owned her day!!!

[@bluiib8227]

Would be Iconic 😄🔥🔥🔥💯

[@KarriSimone]

Marry thyself .... !!!!! The Next big thing . Lol 😆 Love this content 👌

[@georgina-a]

It's your 50th - you should be able to celebrate it any way you choose! Good for you! Have a huge party and have fun - that's what it's all about 💕 I hope you have the best birthday! 💖

[@sugarspice7768]

The new birthday trend---- wedding themed birthday parties ☺️

[@cindyshirreffs2099]

DO IT!! Life is too short

[@neetu3230]

YOU ARE SO BRILLIANT! Look at the way she talked about the day!! She didn’t talk about her ex in a bad light she didn’t even cuss him even though she bloody could and should. She literally spoke about HER day. What a refreshing, joyous, strong, positive woman. I’ve got a lot to learn from her.

[@jakestroll6518]

But also I hope her brothers or male cousins did the necessary. No man should walk away from doing something so cruel without a physical scar to remind him to never do it again.

[@loisberry-rose5175]

She truly loves herself. She did not let him define her or her future!🥰

[@ioanasandulescu5646]

I kept hoping she would get a honeymoon as a prize! She is so sweet and positive! Go, Kayley!

[@rejaneflorinda6162]

That would be amazing!

[@yourmajesty122]

with the $1000 she could almost afford one. I'd buy a bunch of weed instead or a male escort

[@Radianty_Ella]

@@yourmajesty122 😂😂😂😂

[@roddo1955]

@@yourmajesty122 exactly. A 1000 dollars in pounds is enough for 9 days somewhere in Europe. But a 1000 dollars worth of weed that you can share with your mates? Hahaaaa....keep your mediocre holiday; spark it up!

[@EmmanuelJDavis]

I love that the Grooms men walked in with her I'm sure they are not friends with him anymore you just dont do this to people she is putting on a smile but I know she was hurt praying the right man comes into her life cause he was not it

[@zzizahacallar]

Of course she was hurt.....I hope one day I can be her. I love her strength ❤

[@SarahPaceSings]

@MY YT just say youre an incel and move on

[@pepelepew1227]

good call man.

[@jkl674]

@MY YT …they’re British. 😂😂

[@choux7746]

It would be awkward if his friends were her friends too originally but if its his friends why would they unfriend him because of this? Lol he did something fucked up but thats not enough for his longtime friendship to go sour. Good friends are there with you through thick and thin but also to be the one to tell you straight up if you being an ass And tbh groom walking out on her is a blessing in disguised even if people are saying why he waited last minute. Do we say the same thing for people who get divorced eventually even after years of a collapsing and toxic marriage? Why they waited last minute if they werent gonna be together till death does them apart? Well its called life and humans being complicated. Could’ve been worse, they could’ve gotten married even had kids but deep down he regrets marrying but keeps up for the appearance but eventually get divorce or even worse-cheating or loveless marriage. I remember a news about a celebrity who cheated on bride at bachelors party with stripper and yet still intended to marry bride but got caught. To me that is worst LOL this dude set her free at least

[@lynriley8196]

The same thing happen to my cousin! She said she went to reception and had a good time! I would have been under the bed crying for weeks! Good for her!

[@amyrenee1361]

I know we all want the ability to bounce back immediately from emotional pain and betrayal, but we don't all do it so quickly. You can go cry under your bed, just don't stay there too long ❤️

[@roddo1955]

She was putting on a brave face. You don't know how many tears she shed without anyone seeing.

[@LinZhasInfiniteSwag]

Has his Daddy tell you less than 2 hours before after planning it with you for 2 years??? Girl. You dodged a bullet. I'd be celebrating too!

[@franklinstephen3268]

Hello how are you doing?

[@sapphicalix]

@@franklinstephen3268 Franklin stop trying to pick up women in KZbin comment sections.

[@roddo1955]

@@sapphicalix can't handle a little competition, Saph? 😉 you can't spoon them all for yourself. Edit: it was a joke because of your funny screen name. Figured you had a sense of humor, Saph. No need to angrily whine at me in a reply and then delete it. It was a joke. As a gay man, I was born with a barbed tongue. your feelings were hurt, you'll live. Touch grass. Edit part 2: You should consider to stop harassing me. for two days(!) you have been posting insults at me and deleting them. over a joke. Stop wasting both of our times. grow up. paint something. read a book. stop obsessing over me. live your life

[@sapphicalix]

@@roddo1955 Yeah sure maybe that or maybe men should just stop being fucking creeps every second of every day. But thanks for coming in clutch to further prove my point. And sapphic isn’t a name and spoonie means chronically ill you absolute idi0t 💀

[@sapphicalix]

@roddo not the dirty delete. Bye boomer 👋

[@sunray_n_breeze3072]

I love Kelly’s empathy and support ! This bride is so brave xox

[@oroontheheels]

It’s good people stayed with her and had a party with her! Not only is she strong, she have a good people around her! ❤

[@lue810]

Love how strong she is. She’s an amazing and inspiring woman.

[@halasalready]

I hope that a man who is really a good man, sees what an amazing woman this woman is, will reach out to her. She deserves someone who loves and respects her……..and if this doesn’t show what kind of amazing woman she is, nothing will. She ROCKS!!!

[@billybobkumar9231]

IKR? Plus, she's absolutely beatiful: inside and out!!!

[@shantaywhite2887]

He did her a favor by not showing up. Now, she can live her best and most blessed life. Thanks, runaway groom!👋🏾

[@Justanotherhuman11]

I teared up. What a great attitude

[@bellebusta4549]

Same!!

[@marmalade7797]

I hope that she is actually really alright and healthy both mentally and physically tho. Sometimes some people tend to react differently to sudden distressing news, and the people around them might be fooled into thinking that they are handling it like a pro. So i hope her family and friends are still cautious and there for her through this sudden change in her life. Hope she gets all the love and goodness she deserves.

[@Shetriesthetrades]

Yes Queen!! You had everyone who loved you right there with you and the world is behind you and the beautiful future you have ahead of you! 🙏🏽✨❤️🤗👏🏾💪🏾

[@curious1366]

What a radiant being she is! And the fact that she wanted to make sure that all the guests got to express their emotions too. Her friends and family (and the groomsmen) are such amazing people that she wanted to have a good time with them anyway. What a woman!

[@ciggytwiggy]

Wow the respect I have for this woman

[@user-jy8jq8mr1f]

Wow imagine being the next woman & finding out about this... 😳 Good for her for being spared a lifetime of unhappiness.

[@LuvThyMind29]

Or the next boyfriend *

[@smilie7133]

The woman is a gem!!! She does everything ❤️ She has all the self love and she’ll find her person ❤️

[@tanayanottanyabrooks8085]

You can hear the hurt in her voice. That’s a shame he couldn’t be man enough to tell her himself. I’m glad she turned the day around and had a good time. ❤️

[@mynameissusie611]

I’m so happy for her that he backed out when he did. I wouldn’t be surprised if he tried to come back. I wish her all the happiness and healing she needs!

[@roddo1955]

He didn't. He dumped her and that was the end of it. But she had her party, her dress, friends, food and booze. She wins, clearly.

[@heathermetz3974]

This is a true champion! Dust yourself off and have the time of your life with the people who showed up!

[@pizzaparty9783]

Wow, he effed up big time! She's the type of person who would make the best spouse. She's who you need as a partner to help you get through the tough times. It's easy for me to say, but I think him not showing up is a blessing in disguise. She deserves so much better!

[@bizzyfit2128]

She was a good sport, but I know this broke her heart, because my heart broke for her. 💔 Wishing her something more beautiful than she could imagine. 💕

[@denisebenjamin7139]

She is trooper. Blessings to the bride.

[@Sherine._Y]

Proud of her to love herself more and bounce back and celebrate it with her true love that is her family and true friends 🔥❤️

[@amyelizabeth529]

OMG. She's freakin incredible! 😍 Love her!!!

[@The_paciente]

She is so strong! What an inspiration. She was too much of a woman and too much a human being for that guy.

[@kerrysmiles]

Gave me goosebumps when she said They played Kelly's song ❤️❤️😍

[@mushmouth610]

I have a ton of Kelly's songs on my playlist! She is very empowering.

[@xexe6950]

He knows he don't deserve you, cuz you are just very perfect and amazing. It even shows how slow he is to realize what he needs. You are way better off with out him! Self love ❤️, respect!

[@Naturefan354]

Sorry but nobody is perfect

[@kimberlycronen3998]

I’m all for people canceling their wedding at any moment. So many marriages end in divorce and/or significant trauma. If you have doubts, even the day of the ceremony, TALK TO your partner and consider calling it off or postponing. A friend called off her Saturday morning wedding late on Friday night. She had some serious and legitimate concerns that needed to be addressed. They took six months, worked through their issues, and then eloped! Super romantic and they’ve been happily married for five years now. 😊 And this should go without saying… but DO NOT send someone else to have that conversation with your partner. This person was not a grown up. How could someone do that?????

[@mrsTraveller64]

I would not marry the person who backs out a day before or a week before. A MONTH before would be excused thought. I would always wonder what else he/she will back out from...

[@lexi219]

Waiting until an hour before the ceremony is straight up cruel. If he was having doubts, they didn't just occur out of thin air that day. He should have spoken to her about his feelings before then. While it's not ideal, even a few days before the wedding is drastically less psychotic than bailing on someone already in their wedding dress.

[@essennagerry]

While I agree it's best to talk to your partner in person, if you feel like you can't do it and you're going along with the wedding because you can't bring yourself to do it - do delegate. It's shitty, it really is, but it's better to delegate it to someone to rely it to your partner than to actually marry them when you don't want to. As shitty as this fiancé's actions were, I say thank you for canceling after all and thank you for doing it an hour and a half before and not even later. You can do much better than this, believe that you can change. I wish you all the best which must include healing and betterment and I hope for you you get all the healing and betterment that's good for you.

[@kimberlycronen3998]

@@mrsTraveller64 I hear you. But there can be a lot of factors that contribute to someone (even a conscientious and reliable person) waiting or not realizing until the last minute. Just one example: If your relationship has been long-distance and you have only been physically and geographically proximate for the days or weeks leading up to the ceremony. This could be the result of military deployment, moving away for work after college, falling in love internationally and having to work within the confines of the fiancé visa that is only for 90 days, etc.

[@kanikagaral7637]

It happens when women force guys to propose when they r not ready. Guys propose to jist get it over with and end the nagging. But they don't think how far it can go and always end up hurting someone. That's why women should talk to their partners clearly and then plan a wedding.

[@sharonmusau6462]

This is why you should be complete on your own and love yourself... I'm Happy for her! She truly deserves someone better!

[@pepeddrobarros2934]

Go ahead girl, live your Life and always keep your resilience

[@sherryjacobs3907]

It was a blessing to you. Now you will be available when your real true love comes into your life. Keep moving forward beautiful lady!

[@teresaglasco6082]

Beautiful lady even though it has to hurt you didn't waste any more of your precious life on this cowardly man. Also shame on his father for making the call!

[@omachioma8795]

She's a really Brave woman for turning her disappointment around. She will be Great going forward🥰

[@jakes.5762]

I can feel that she’s so full of love and positivity, just from the way she talks. Any one would be lucky to have her. I wish her all the best in life.

[@Lovelyone1]

So the groomsmen came too??? So sweet!!!

[@roddo1955]

They were already there. The groom chickened out less than 2 hrs before the wedding

[@Lovelyone1]

@@roddo1955 yes but the groomsmen stayed. Usually they are friends with the groom.

[@roddo1955]

@@Lovelyone1 i know, I saw the video😉

[@lupechacon-florez7520]

What beautiful and supportive comments. You all are wonderful and you know exactly that it was a blessing in disguise. No one deserves to be stuck with a narcissist like I am and Kelly you are a princess you make everybody’s day so much better.

[@chachak8978]

Wow!!! Whoever the groom was, he lost an AMAZING person as his bride. I love this girls outlook. So inspiring!!

[@joannalee4771]

Remember, it's his loss!!! ❤️

[@curtisdrago]

I am very proud of this woman and admire her strength and resilience and loving nature.

[@izzyobrien2256]

I experienced a similar situation when I worked for the wedding club. The bride was left quite literally 30 minutes before the ceremony, she took it like a champ though, and instead had a summer solstice celebration since her wedding was on the summer solstice. It was honestly such a fun party to serve, and all the guests were so much fun!

[@elliscrane]

I saw the original video - all the groomsmen (the groom's own friends) stayed and partied with her. She deserves a much better man!

[@MadameSarah]

Absolutely incredible she decided to put her energy and focus into the love she shares with all her family and friends. Glad they surrounded her and showed support and love.

[@thepugsandtheprincess]

You go girl!

[@ilikeyoutube836]

Omg she's awesome. His loss. So glad she had so much support from friends and family

[@harshita261]

Such a strong woman 💜 Hope she finds all the joy in life !

[@jessieloz]

Wow I’m so proud of her and I don’t even know her! Great strength!

[@cassidylopez671]

Whoever DOES marry her is such a winner !!!! She deserves someone so friggin beautiful & amazing & cool ❤

[@solfh]

She is AN OUTSTANDING PERSON. Amazing energy

[@butterfly-kb4cn]

Kayley my dear you are the epitome of one strong woman! I’m so glad you were able to celebrate with family and friends the loss of a douche bag. You deserve so much better and the one who will be by your side through thick or thin! Sending you lots of love!

[@tabathaogost4982]

Well she clearly dodged a bullet. Congratulations on enjoying your day! I do hope you find time to grieve though, it's a process that we have to go through to move on healthily. Edit, that's great of the sponsor to give her her $1K!! That's gotta be the best gift as the financial investment on the non-wedding was I'm sure significant. That was quite lovely of them, they didn't have to at all.

[@phillipacollie3988]

This is one of the most cruelest thing you can do to a person. He had more than enough time to say he wasn't ready. His father should have felt real bad that he had to be the man for his son in telling her.

[@hirainawhaanga6253]

Real courage in the face of adversity.. Big respect girl and all the best for the future...

[@mjbizconsulting]

Love love love how her friends and family pulled this together. ❤❤❤

[@christineboone2850]

No worries about this woman! She will be fine!!

[@cyndykated358]

She could have walked out..gone home and pulled the covers over head. Instead she had a roomful of people who loved her and helped her turn that mess around! ❤❤

[@truthteller3181]

I’m sorry it still makes me sad, maybe even more sad that she had to turn it around. But God Bless and keep her

[@sonalagarwal6934]

Sending her healing vibrations. May she be strong and brave emotionally

[@elizabethhartman3924]

That's so sweet. Turning a frown upside down is the way to go💯💯💯💯💯 Now she's on TV & social media spreading positive radiation to the world🥰❤️🥰❤️❤️

[@mayimlaz2405]

I would've been an emotional wreck, taking a year or more to recover from that...but She is a very strong, positive minded woman... literally turning her sorrow into joy and nobody has ever done that. We ought to learn something from her, making the most of every situation. Good he paved the way for someone she deserves than to have lived in an unhappy marriage....but didn't have to waste all that time and resources planning for a wedding he knew wasn't gonna attend. Wishing you all the goodness and joy in life. 🥂

[@oppositeofh8]

kayley is way too good for that dude. it's a shame she wasted what time she did on him. she's gonna find the right person, someday, & it'll be grand. best wishes to you, dear kayley, & keep that kind, strong spirit protected by surrounding yourself with those amazing people in your life.

[@towritemichelle210]

This is definitely inspirational

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

The fact that she chose *Lizzo's* song as her anthem makes me love her even more. Kelly, thank you so much for featuring Kayley. I know she was crushed but she chose to shine her light and take back her power, which is a beautiful and inspirational message for us all. *Much love to you, Kayley!* 🤗🥰🤗 And please know, as much as we appreciate your positive attitude, you are also entitled to have some days where you wish your ex falls off a cliff. He 🤬🤬deserves that.

[@Jamgirlkay84]

She dodged a bullet with the loser. I love how she and her loved ones just turned the situation around.

[@donnyreiss1180]

she spoke beautifully 🧡🤍💛 all the best

[@MsUnderstood23]

I hope she kept all of the monetary wedding gifts for herself and bought something nice!

[@p1nkLov3rr]

The reception already paid, guests made time to show and so much expenses with dresses makeup florals it would be such a waste but it must of been so hard for her to be happy for others to enjoy when she just had a horrible breakup. The groom is such a coward didn’t even have the guts to tell her himself and to leave her knowing how embarrassing that could of been.

[@bluiib8227]

True

[@roddo1955]

I am a cynic but on the whole; I am really glad she has good friends and her husband's mates were being perfect gents showing up.

[@Kaëlanii]

How she handled this moment shows this woman is of high quality and blessed is the man who will be her future husband no doubt about that 💯

[@debraavila940]

That's terrible what he did to you, but awesome you still celabrating with those you love. Your awesome kaylee.

[@angelar5411]

I love her! So glad she got to dance with her dad! 💕 Life is more than this moment God bless!

[@northgeorgiamom8956]

Right before walking down the aisle my dad looked at me, smiled, and quietly said, “we can turn around and walk out that door if you need to.” I thanked him, but said I was fine. That was 38 years ago. I was grateful he was giving me an out if I needed it. 😂

[@roddo1955]

Maybe the grooms' father told his son the same thing when he picked him up to go to the venue. 'Dad....I don't want this'.

[@Urza.]

My dad did that too, I said I didn’t feel like it lol

[@northgeorgiamom8956]

@@roddo1955 he might have!! 😂😂But 38 years and 4 kids later, I think we both chose well.

[@roddo1955]

@@northgeorgiamom8956 I meant the guy in the video😄 Congratulations on your long and happy marriage!

[@northgeorgiamom8956]

@@roddo1955 aaahhhhh!! Gotcha! Thank you!!

[@12thmanreppin]

How can someone not want her? I’m glad she continued to go on. She definitely will meet someone now that the video viral. Love her vibe!!

[@Jade7159-]

What a coward this boy was having his dad tell her that he wasn’t coming to their wedding. She received a blessing that she didn’t marry him. She looks fantastic with her new hair color.

[@lorigriffin8708]

Glad she did not spend the rest of her life with a man that’s not going to show up for her. I wish her best of happiness.

[@cindychristian1700]

I admire her courage!

[@DeeandNono]

This woman is a blessing and an inspiration

[@TrulyUnbothered]

She’s such a powerful woman!! 🌷💙

[@user-qt4ny2nr6m]

Seems like a very kind loving woman to me good luck lady

[@katier2651]

She's an amazing person 💕

[@monicavonr9029]

GO Kayley!! Love from Norway

[@Mrs.TJTaylor]

I’m an old lady and my grandmother told me this. . .Men will come and go in your life. But it’s the women in your life who will get you through. This story is a perfect example.