Imagine planning your dream wedding, only to have your future brother-in-law try to steal the spotlight. That’s exactly what happened to one groom-to-be, who found himself at odds with his fiancée’s family after they insisted her brother should propose to his girlfriend at their wedding. The groom, wanting to keep the day special for him and his bride, put his foot down, but now he’s being labeled as the bad guy. Let’s dive into this wedding drama!
The Proposal Dilemma

Fiancée Agrees, Groom Disagrees

The Bride’s Perspective

The Groom’s Concerns

Is It Too Soon for BIL?

Potential Drama Alert

Fiancée’s Response ️

The Groom’s Stand

Family Backlash

Accusations Fly

Edit: Fiancée’s Support

Edit 2: Extreme Responses

A Battle for the Spotlight: Who’s Right?
This groom-to-be is caught in a whirlwind of family drama, as his fiancée’s brother wants to propose to his girlfriend at their wedding. Despite his concerns about stealing the spotlight and potential drama, his future in-laws insist it’s the bride’s decision. With his fiancée eventually supporting his stance, the groom is left to wonder if he’s in the wrong for wanting their special day to be all about them. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation… ️♀️
Bride’s family says it’s none of groom’s business, NTA fights back

Wedding should be about both people, not just the bride

Stand your ground and make your needs clear.

Fiancée’s family bullies her, but she ultimately supports OP’s decision.

Equal say in wedding planning, old tradition, polite approach advised.
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Wedding day belongs to the couple, not the BIL and GF

NTA. Couple agrees on wedding, BIL proposes. Proposal overshadows wedding day.
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NTA. Groom-to-be wants his wedding day spotlight, not BIL’s proposal

Wedding day spotlight battle: NTA says it’s 50/50

Wedding advice: Let the DJ know not to let BIL propose

Stand your ground and don’t let family steal your spotlight
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Fiancé should consult before making decisions for wedding day

NTA stands up to toxic BIL and entitled family

Groom stands up for equal say in wedding planning.

Wedding day is for both partners, NTA for wanting input

Bride’s family paying for wedding, but groom still NTA.

Wedding day deserves equal spotlight
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Wedding day proposal? NTA, let the groom have his spotlight
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Groom stands up for himself, but is there trouble ahead?

Groom-to-be rightfully claims his wedding day spotlight

Groom-to-be stands up for his wedding day spotlight

A thoughtful NTA comment about the importance of unity in marriage.

Equal importance in marriage and wedding planning. NTA

Proposing at someone else’s wedding is tacky NTA

Commenter accuses groom’s fiancée of prioritizing in-laws over him

Commenter advises groom-to-be on how to handle situation tactfully.

Suggests telling the girlfriend about the proposal to avoid drama

Celebrate your wedding day too! NTA for wanting attention

Wedding guest proposes, commenters agree: NTA for being upset

Lesbian confusion at non-bride groom, but NTA ♀️

Wedding day spotlight dilemma – NTA or ESH?

Is this a bad sign for their future together?
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Setting boundaries early on in a relationship is important

Sneaky yet effective way to prevent BIL’s wedding proposal

Wedding day is for both parties, NTA comment stands out ❤

Future in-laws causing drama, fiancée needs to handle it ♂️

Groom stands up for his wedding day, in-laws need boundaries

Weddings reveal true colors. In-laws’ veto sets a precedent.

Fiancé’s special bond with her brother, NTA for wanting input.

Breaking gender roles in wedding planning. NTA.

Proposing at someone else’s wedding is tacky. NTA.

Groom stands up for his wedding day spotlight. NTA

Groom-to-be stands up for his wedding day spotlight. NTA

Groom-to-be feels neglected on his wedding day, seeks advice.

Stand your ground! Let everyone know who’s the boss

Clear judgement, short and sweet.

Elope in Vegas or something similar, just the two of you

Asserting wedding day spotlight, but needs fiance’s agreement. #NTA

Don’t let them treat you like a doormat, stand your ground

Setting boundaries on your wedding day

Bride-to-be supports OP, questions fiance’s loyalty

Wedding equality! NTA comment advocates for equal say.

Protecting your wedding day spotlight

Wedding spotlight fight: NTA, no groom, no wedding

Future family dynamics at stake. NTA for standing up.

Wedding drama: Groom-to-be fights for his spotlight

Groom-to-be not the a**hole for wanting his own spotlight

Groom stands up for himself and suggests suing BIL

Groom-to-be advised to think carefully about his future with fiancée

Proposing at someone else’s wedding without approval? NTA confirmed.
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Wedding drama: Brother’s selfishness causes family feud. NTA stands firm.

Wedding drama with a suspicious brother-in-law.

Wedding day spotlight battle: NTA groom proposes at someone else’s wedding

Supportive comment praises OP’s logic and relationship with fiance ❤

Protecting fiancé from family pressure, and what if girlfriend says no?

Wedding drama: NTAM, butting in, and a bridezilla groom?

Proposing at someone else’s wedding is tacky and insensitive

Proposing at someone else’s wedding? Not cool, NTA!

Public proposals at other people’s events are just tacky
