Wedding Influencer Given A Reality Check After Calling Out Guests For Ignoring Her Big Moment

Everybridedreams of a grand entrance.

But forCasey James, her big main character moment was ruined because her guests couldn’t take their eyes off their plates.

“And the crowd goes mild,” one netizen commented on the embarrassing video.

Casey James dreamed of a grand entrance at her wedding but was sorely disappointed

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Australian model and entrepreneur Casey James had herfairy-tale weddingwith Sydney socialite Warren Ginsberg in March.

Since then, she has been sharing videos and pictures of her special day with fans.

One particular video piqued many viewers’ interest, as it captured her guests’ reaction to her “second look” of the evening.

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The Copini Beauty founder expected to be welcomed with loud cheers and applause.

But the big reveal turned out to be an utter flop.

“When you come down in your second look and get two claps,” read thetext in her video.

Her husband and a couple of others seemed to notice that the bride had walked in

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Thankfully, her groom was ready and available to greet her, while a few waiters also joined in with supportive claps.

“All I’ve ever wanted from my favorite people,” the Sydney-based influencer jibed in her caption.

Viewers were sharply divided in the comments section, with some rolling their eyesat yet another “performative” wedding moment.

“People just come for food and booze,” one bluntly said, while another suggested, “Maybe try to just enjoy life.”

“You’re also walking into what looks like the buffet table, what did you expect a grand entrance to chicken tenders,” said another.

One asked, “Why does it have to be a show?”

“Weddings are so performative,” another declared.

Netizens were divided in the comments section of her TikTok video

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Others rallied behind her, calling it a painfully relatable moment.

“Legit this is how I feel like my life is… haters everywhere,” one said.

Another said the bride and groom may have “Invited the wrong people.”

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“At least the main one was there to clap for you,” read one comment.

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Another viewer said, “These guest dont deserve you ! Im clapping for you queen.”

Others blamed the logistics, saying, “They need to announce you.”

“Same thing happened to me,” said another. “I walked into a nearly empty room and it was so awk. people complimented it throughout the night but there was literally NO moment when i walked in.”

“It’s YOUR biggest day of your life and it’s just a regular day to everybody else,” read one comment online

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Etiquette expert Kate Heussler agreed that the event should have had better logistics to accommodate all ofCasey’s big, dreamy wedding moments.

“Guests are not mind readers. If you want a cinematic entrance, it needs to be cued properly by the bridesmaids, MC, DJ or wedding planner,” she toldnews.com.au.

“Otherwise, people are chatting, eating, drinking, facing the wrong direction or simply unaware that this is meant to be a moment.”

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The expert further said that there was nothing “narcissistic” about Caseywanting all eyes on herwhen she walked in.

“Wanting to feel celebrated at your own wedding is not narcissism – it’s very human,” she said.

Kate noted that couples often put a large portion of their hard-earned money into their wedding, along with plenty of emotional labor and planning, to create a “beautiful day” for themselves and their guests.

So, “if a bride has planned a second look, it’s completely understandable that she’d hope people notice it,” she added.

An expert spoke about whether Casey seemed “narcissistic” for wanting all eyes on her when she walked in

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Warren and Casey met at a party in Sydney in 2019.

“You could say we fell hard for each other from day one,” the newlywed bridepreviouslysaid.

They dated for a couple of years before a year-long split when Casey moved abroad for her modeling career.

“My nana is the main reason we found our way back to each other as her and Warren stayed in touch throughout the year, we were broken up,” she recalled.

Warren proposed to her last year in Palm Beach, Australia, the same place where they had their wedding.

Casey spoke about the vision she had for her wedding dress, saying she wanted a classic, well-fitted, and timeless design.

She wore a KYHA-designed dress and a veil, embroidered with a special message.

“I had it custom embroidered with the words ‘Mumma, forever by my side’ as she was not physically with us on the day, but as an ode to her,” she said.

“I think you need to get married again,” one netizen commented on her video

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Josh Groban talks 'core memory' of recording with his dad at Louis Armstrong’s studio

Josh Groban’ssatiny baritone has coated classical pop, Italian standards, Broadway boomers and holiday singalongs.

On “Cinematic,” out now, Groban sinks into movie classics, another genre well-suited to his robust vocals.

From Adele’s Oscar-winning James Bond theme (“Skyfall”) to timeless Disney sentiments (“When You Wish Upon a Star” from “Pinocchio”) to forceful drama (“Brucia La Terra” from “The Godfather”), Groban exercises every facet ofhis chameleonic instrument.

His 10th albumis also peppered with guests including upcoming tour partnerJennifer Hudsonon a duet arrangement of “Unchained Melody,” the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angelesaugmenting “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,”and, most special to Groban, his father Jack playing trumpet on the eternally swoony “Moon River.”

Calling recently from Los Angeles – and just beforeannouncing his engagementto Natalie McQueen andreceiving a staron the Hollywood Walk of Fame - the always affable Groban, 45, chatted about recording with his dad in Louis Armstrong’s studio, his appreciation of Phil Collins and paying tribute to Rob Reiner in song.

You had infinite choices with this album. How did you whittle it down to 10 songs?

I knew what my bookends were. “As Time Goes By” would open the album because (orchestrator) Jeff Atmajian wrote an opening arrangement that captured the essence of what I wanted people to hear first. And then to end with a song that has meant so much to me (“Stand By Me”) and include atribute to Rob Reiner.

You said “the why” was a big factor in choosing these songs. Why that particular Rob movie?

Obviously, tragically, the whybecame very apparent. We missed the (recording) deadline because it was a last-minute decision to do (“Stand By Me”) and that worked in its favor because it was intimate and that was exactly how we wanted it. It’s one of the most important things I’ve ever recorded. It deserved to be a final thought.

Did you rewatch some of these movies before recording?

(Laughs) I did! Not just to get back in the mood but also to educate myself about some of the films that admittedly I didn’t know the songs were from. The cool thing about an album like this is everyone knows the theme from that movie. But it also pays tribute to the songs that were maybe far more popular than the movies themselves.

You mean like “Against All Odds”? Phil Collins has written some timeless songs even though he often gets a bad rap.

I think Phil Collins has written some of the most brilliant songs, period. But something unlocks in him when writing in service of a film and that’s not uncommon.

Your dad, Jack, also appears on the album. Is this the first time you’ve recorded together?

This is the first time he’s been on record period. He did a version of “Old Devil Moon” with me in 2015 (during a show in Los Angeles) and it was one of my favorite moments onstage ever. I have a photo from it but no recording. I knew he could play and when (conductor/arranger) Vince Mendoza wrote this brilliant rendition of “Moon River” I asked (my dad) if he thought he could handle the arrangement. He practiced at home and I’d come to the house and listen to him play it. He’s going to be 80 this summer. He really crushed it. (Album producer) Greg Wells took the initiative to get Sunset Sound, Louis Armstrong’s favorite studio and room, and got his stool for my dad to sit on. My whole family came to watch. It was a core memory for all of us.

Do you think your dad was nervous?

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My dad is the coolest guy I know. On the surface he doesn’t get thrown. This meant so much to him too, and for us to share as a father and son. He sacrificed so much. He was a musician. He was brilliant at the trumpet but it was a time when deciding to go all-in on an artistic dream was at odds with a family. So my brother and I could stand on the back of that stability to follow our artistic dream.

Why was it important for you to feature the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles on “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”?

When we were trying to figure out what songs would be relevant today, that song is so iconic and Elton (John) is so iconic and I grew up listening to that song. Of course I thought, what do I have to add to this? We were listening to Elton’s version and reading lyrics and doomscrolling about the fear in the world and the division and where is the feeling of love? So we thought, what if we view the approach as an anthem to discovering that feeling and to give that love to communities that really need it.

Had you ever performed with them before?

I sang with the Gay Men’s Choir for (President) Obama’s first inauguration and I remembered the power of their voices. But also, representing an allyship with a community that needs to feel the love was an inspiration. I was honored they said yes.

You and Jennifer Hudson make a swoony pair on “Unchained Melody.” Do you have plans to do anything together on your upcoming tour?

Yeah, we’re definitely going to sing it together during the show. Her voice is such an extraordinary instrument ... We sang together for the first time (on a holiday special in 2024). We did “O Holy Night” and when our voices came together on that final “Noel,” we looked at each other like, wehaveto do this again.

You’re also heading back toCaesars Palace in Las Vegasin October with your “Gems” residency. Will these shows be different than the tour?

The show we created for Vegas took time to craft so we want to have a show that represents what we can only do for Vegas. But every time I come back I want there to be enough changes to whatever I’m doing in that moment, so “Cinematic” will be represented.

You’ve pivoted back to music, but any plans to return to the theater after this album and tour cycle?

It just comes down to whether the right thing feels as exciting as the last two (Groban earned Tony nominations for “Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812” and“Sweeney Todd”). I wasn’t planning on either of them, but I knew from the excitement I had in my creative soul they were shows I would drop everything for. I would love to do something new, maybe even off-Broadway. Theater is always an opportunity to spread my wings.

I would be remiss if I didn’t ask ifyour dog Georgeis still traveling with you?

He is not really the traveling Westie I thought he might turn out to be. He’s shown himself to be a very special dog with his own likes and those don’t involve a tour bus. He loves his little buddies in LA. He gets nervous in situations he doesn’t know. But he gets cuter by the day. He hasa little sisternow, who is 50 pounds – Stevie.

Is she named for Stevie Nicks?

She is. My (fiancée) is a big fan and she got to name her. But she is the adventure dog and she is all love.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Josh Groban's 'Cinematic' pays tribute to Rob Reiner's 'Stand By Me'

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How Rita Wilson's Relationship with Her Body Changed After Breast Cancer, Undergoing Double Mastectomy (Exclusive)

Rita Wilson reflects on her evolving relationship with her body after her 2015 breast cancer diagnosis and double mastectomy

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• Her new album, Sound of a Woman, explores themes of transformation, including motherhood, loss, and healing

• Wilson recently celebrated 10 years cancer-free, expressing gratitude for her doctors, family, and modern medical advancements

Rita Wilsonis reflecting on how her relationship with her body changed after breast cancer.

In arecent PEOPLE cover story,the actress and singer opens up about the challenges she faced following her 2015 diagnosis.

Wilson's sentiments are detailed in the bluesy song"Whose Body Is This?"from her new albumSound of a Woman, which also explores how women may not recognize their bodies after giving birth.

"When you have a baby or when you carry a baby like I did, and you give birth to that life, and then you nurture that life — I nursed both my sons — you really have this extraordinary awe for what your body can do, what it has done, how it's there for you, and it's there for others," says theGirlsactress, 69, who is mom to actor sonsChet Hanks, 35, andTruman Hanks, 30.

The experience was "incredible" for Wilson.

"Even though your body changes and it shifts, and it might look different, you have such an appreciation for it. I remember distinctly just being amazed at what it could do," she recalls.

But when Wilson was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a double mastectomy thereafter, she had a very different relationship with her body.

"These parts of your body that had been there for you in such a beautiful way were gone," theThat Thing You Do!star recalls. "I'm very grateful that there are things nowadays in modern medicine like reconstruction and implants, because in my mom's generation, if you had breast cancer, that was it. There was nothing. You were left with sort of a shadow."

Wilson says she spent a lot of time contemplating the paradoxical nature of her body during those years.

"It was interesting to look at my body in that way and see it, understand what is missing, but also [see] what my body could do to keep me healing and healthy and have that appreciation," she says.

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Of her double mastectomy and reconstruction, Wilson adds, "I like to say that I've finally gone Hollywood now and I have some in place."

In March 2025, theNow and Thenstarmarked 10 years of being cancer-freeand spoke about the milestone inan Instagram video.

“It's a celebration for me. March 31st marks 10 years of being cancer-free,” Wilson said at the time. “10 years. And I am so deeply grateful.”

She then shared her appreciation for her doctors, friends and family.

"The gratitude is overwhelming. Didn't always feel this way. And you know that, anybody who's going through [it, or] who's survived knows that it's an up and down, like, hamster wheel. But then you get to this point,” said Wilson.

Wilson released her sixth studio album,Sound of a Woman,on May 1.

Throughout the record, she reflects on the transformative phases of a woman's life, unpacking lessons learned from love, loss and her family.

“Sometimes in music, you can say things that would be harder to say if you were just trying to talk about them,”she said.

For more on Rita Wilson, pick up the new issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands now.

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