NEW YORK (PRWEB) AUGUST 05, 2022
When Jeff Redd and Theresa O’Neal met years ago, it was love at first sight. Jeff, a Grammy Award-winning, legendary R&B artist had spent time producing, writing and recording music for himself and others while deepening his roots in his hometown of Mount Vernon, New York. Theresa, a Jamaican-born, Brooklyn-educated marketing specialist, has worked for decades with foundations, entertainment entities, and most recently with BIPOC marketing for Tony Award-winning productions such as Hadestown and MJ the Musical.
The couple met in 2013 backstage at BB Kings in Times Square after Jeff’s performance. The struck gentleman approached Teresa and introduced himself with these two words “you are beautiful”. Theresa immediately replied, echoing his sentiments, “you’re beautiful too.” And so was the beginning of a nine-year relationship filled with incredible growth, understanding and undeniable love.
When the Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) team heard that Jeff and Theresa were finally planning their wedding, they decided they had the perfect couple to help relaunch their famous Romance Month promotion. The annual June campaign had been skipped since 2019 due to COVID and limited travel. The couple had also delayed their destination wedding plans due to the pandemic and thought Antigua and Barbuda had a lot to offer.
To their delight, the bride and groom were treated like royalty upon arrival! The whole wedding was filled with picturesque, unforgettable moments. Jeff and Theresa were lavishly dressed and styled by fashion designer Noreen Phillips. Theresa teared up when she saw how Phillips captured everything she wanted in her wedding dress. It was incredible and made her feel like a queen. Jeff looked like a gentleman, in a three-piece suit tailored to perfection.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE9nbTMGGfE&t=2sVideo by Watkins Multimedia Group
It was a week filled with sponsored excursions, delicious cuisine and enjoyable activities that left all attendees breathless and extremely satisfied. Finally, Jeff and Theresa met with the Honorable Prime Minister Gaston Browne and his wife Maria before their departure. Watch highlights from their visit here.
Carlisle Bay Antigua was the beautiful host resort, with four restaurants and a luxury spa. The wedding took place on the beach and the happy couple did not miss the opportunity to dance barefoot during their reception! The evening ended with breathtaking fireworks on the pier.
The day after their wedding, they visited the Interpretive Center at Nelson’s historic Dockyard, which also holds the distinction of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and danced the night away off the cliffs at Shirley Heights. Special thanks to Communications Specialist Andy Liburd for organizing the field trips.
The newlyweds left for New York City, but they had no time to rest. In three days, they did it all again with over 200 guests in attendance in New Rochelle for another epic party.
Although the couple were legally married in Antigua, they decided to have an additional ceremony performed by Assemblyman Al Taylor. Taylor, who is also a minister, was Jeff’s longtime friend, once his road manager early in his career. The reception was held at the famous New Rochelle restaurant, Alvin and Friends, owned by Gwen and Alvin Clayton Fernandes.
With music hosted by DJ Sir Charles Dixon, guests partied and danced along with the happy couple. For those interested in a quieter afternoon, there was the John Smith Trio, a live band featured in the Roscoe Lee Brown Dining Room. It was truly another day to remember. Link for more photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/rGGMRzUaP2eDb1949
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The couple, who were both previously married, are proud of their six sons. Both are in their fifties and looking forward to the second half of their lives making more special memories.
Special thanks to Chief Executive Officer Colin C. James, Dean Fenton, Carolyn Punter, Shermain Jeremy and the entire Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority (ABTA) Team. Additional thanks to Rowena Husbands and Myrdith Leon McCormack for coverage in World Bride Magazine and Sharp Magazine Middle East.
Special thanks and appreciation to eight-time Emmy Award-winning makeup artist Elena George for her expert bridal services shared in Antigua and New York City.
Images of Antiguan weddings were kindly provided by Watkins Multimedia Group and Mohammid Walbrook Photography of Barbuda. New York wedding photos provided by Emmy-winning photographer Eshama John.
Participating sponsors include Antigua and Barbuda: Carlisle Bay Resort & Spa; Abbott’s Jewelers & Perfumery; Creative Blush Floral Designs by Sheena Samuel; Sweet Dreams Fine Art Cakes by Danielle George-John; Noreen Phillips Couturiere; Miranda Askie Designs; Antigua Vintage Tea House; Baptist Taxi and Car Rental Service; National Parks of Antigua and Barbuda; Nelson’s Dockyard; UNESCO World Heritage Site; Shirley Heights Lookout Sunday BBQ, Diamond International Jewelry and Catherine’s Coffee.
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