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Father of the Bride Speech
People often underestimate how hard it is for the father of the bride to write a speech.
Whilst the father of the bride's speech doesn't have to be particularly funny - it is expected to be sentimental. Telling a few jokes is often a lot easier than finding the 'right words'. If you're worried about being too emotional on the day - include a few light-hearted comments to stop you getting choked up.
Key things to include in the father of the bride speech
- Welcome everyone to the wedding and thank them for coming. Ensure you make a special mention to anyone who has travelled a long distance.
- Welcome the groom's parents into the family
- Say a generic thank you to everyone for their help in the wedding preparation (you may want to add a special thanks to the mother of the bride here)
- Thank anyone who has helped contribute towards to the cost of the wedding
- Say a few words about the bride - how beautiful she looks, how proud you are and a story or two about her life before marriage
- Welcome your new son-in-law (the groom) in to your family
- Give the couple some advice about married life (the perfect opportunity to inject some humour)
- Propose a toast to the bride & groom and wish them all the happiness in the future
If there is not a master of ceremonies - you may be required to introduce the groom to speak once you have finished.