Josh Stepherson proposed to Alyssa Fowler at a friend’s wedding on December 12, 2023, in a spontaneous moment that caught everyone by surprise. The proposal video went viral on TikTok, sparking a debate on the appropriateness of proposing at someone else’s wedding. Despite the criticism, Alyssa and Josh stand by their decision, expressing gratitude for the positive reactions they received.
The video shows the heartfelt proposal, with the bride appearing shocked but ultimately supportive. While some viewers criticized the proposal as disrespectful, Alyssa clarifies that it was not planned in advance and the couple did not seek permission due to the spontaneous nature of the moment. The bride and groom, upon learning about the proposal, expressed happiness and offered their congratulations to the newly engaged couple.
Alyssa and Josh, who have been together since 2021, found themselves in this unique situation during a bouquet toss at the end of the wedding reception. Josh caught the bouquet and decided to seize the moment to propose to Alyssa, surprising everyone present. Despite the unexpected turn of events, the couple was met with warmth and well-wishes from the bride and groom.
The couple’s engagement has sparked a lively discussion online, with differing opinions on the etiquette of proposing at a wedding. Despite the divisive reactions, Alyssa and Josh remain optimistic and stand by their decision to embrace the spontaneous and joyful moment that led to their engagement.
“The bride was accepting of the situation,” Fowler explains. “I inquired, ‘Did he ask for your permission? Is this acceptable to you?’ She replied, ‘He didn’t, but it’s fine! Just say yes!’ Every guest I’ve spoken to since then has agreed that the timing was impeccable, and the event unfolded seamlessly.”
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Fowler acknowledges that some individuals may not approve of wedding proposals, but she encourages keeping an open mind when lacking the full context. “I understand, it’s not the norm! However, the proposal unfolded naturally and it was truly beautiful,” she notes. “We value everyone’s concerns, but we are content with how everything transpired.”
