Bride’s Dad Refuses To Walk Her Down The Aisle At Her Same-Sex Wedding, So Her Boss Walks Her Instead
When Jennifer, a Taiwanese HSBC employee, decided to marry her girlfriend, her homophobic parents refused to attend the wedding and cut off contact with her. Though she feared disapproval at work, her boss responded kindly – by walking her down the aisle instead of her father.
Jennifer and her partner, Sam, have been together for 11 years. The couple has faced countless obstacles living in a conservative society, and since same-sex marriage is still not recognised in Taiwan, they’re not even able to legally register their union. Thankfully, Jennifer’s colleagues rallied around her with support, including CEO John Li, whose arm she held in place of her absent father as the brides approached the alter.
“We cried because we never thought we would make it this far,” Jennifer shares in a video produced by HSBC. Indeed, the faces of both brides can be seen streaked with tears, but also marked by the immense pride of a love triumphant against the odds.
Jennifer, an HSBC employee in Taiwan, recently married her partner Sam
Jennifer’s homophobic parents rejected their relationship, and refused to attend the wedding
John Li, CEO of HSBC Taiwan, agreed to walk Jennifer down the aisle instead of her absent father
Though she feared disapproval at work, Jennifer’s colleagues supported and accepted her completely
Same-sex marriage is not legally recognised in Taiwan, but the wedding was symbolic for Jennifer and Sam
“We cried because we never thought we would make it this far,” said Jennifer on the day’s significance
Watch Jennifer and Sam’s touching story in a video produced by HSBC Now here:
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They look beautiful together! Also massive respect for her colleagues and CEO!
Baroto... just google and you'll find countless examples of naturally occurring homosexuality in animals. You destroyed your own argument with your very first sentence. Also, I would love to see your face when you find out that some animals are naturally hermaphrodite - clownfish for example, can change sex. BOOM.
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Love is love, and if people could throw away their homophobic thoughts, world would be better place.
Great for them, but unfortunately the internet has made me very skeptical nowadays. Whenever I see a story like this I just can't help but think it has to have been done much more for the publicity than for the kindness.
If there are no voices of support, the only voices heard are those of dissent. If it were done in secret, there would be less chance of people in such countries realising that there is nothing wrong or strange in this. So the more publicity the better. The more people see of this, the more everyday it becomes, and at that point it simply an ordinary, acceptable part of society.
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It takes courage to stand up for what you believe in especially with family members. Sad that her parents didn't attend and have shut out their own daughter. They are loosing a lot. Different cultures have a harder time accepting people who live homosexually. I hope they eventually realize their loss and accept them both into their lives.
trust me, occidental culture has a way harder time accepting homosexuality than asiatic (or at least japanese). look at all the yaoi, the yuri. Even Sailor moon had a homosexual couple in it. In my country, I've never seen anything similar. Homosexuality is considered out of place, maybe artistic, gross, weird, hipster but certainly not common. I live in France.
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Amazing! Your boss is awesome too. Shame on their parent for not attending their wedding... That makes me sad. But you can't really make someone change their opinions sometimes..
Do you know what the parents are going thru? Or their struggles? How come they are to be shamed?
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Good for them hope they are very happy together and forget what other people think ..and they look beautiful !!
They are so beautiful and adorable together! I applaud them for their braveness, although it makes me sad that we live in a world where someone must be considered brave to marry the love of their life, regardless of gender and sexual orientation. :( Love is love, and I'm so happy for them <3
Congratulations! May you find happiness, acceptance, and love your entire lives. Ignore the haters...they aren't worth your time.
11 years and her parents STILL didn't accept her? Jeez. Her boss is awesome.
Such a great story even though it's a little sad. I'm happy for them.
When is it ok to hate someone for his believes or opinion? May I say that famous statue 'the fountain' is piece of c**p or am I force to say that it is masterpiece? Am I allowed to say that I do not appreciate my daughters lesbian marriage because my dream was became a grandfather? No? Why not?
Nice! What kind of parent wouldn't want their kid to be happy!? Regret is a tough pill to swallow later in life.
Kids had their choice and so as their parents made their choice too. Regret maybe a tough pill to swallow, for both parties don't you think?
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It is so sad that people can't see that love is just love. There is no gender or race or age just love. My fiance is 5 years younger than me and I was afraid to go out with him at first. But screw critics I love him and he loves me. Everyone should mind their own business and allow others to be happy.
Do you see homosexual animals? Yes. Do you see animals crowding around teasing them for being in love with another animal who is the same gender as them? I'm going to assume not. If you have, please send me a picture or a video to back up your claim that you've seen animals being homophobic bastards.
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That logic is so convoluted it's painful. Biological differences? Fair enough; no one has ever denied that men and women are different. But to call it a natural 'law' or 'greater truth' where only opposite genders can pair-up is a little far-fetched since the animal kingdom is full of homosexual activities. Secondly, I don't think anyone thinks that biological sexes are social constructs so I'm going to assume you meant marriage which IS a social construct. I'm fairly certain that there is no other species besides mankind that issues and uses marriage licenses so please don't apply 'natural laws' here. Third, by definition, if you dislike homosexuals, you ARE homophobic. It's like saying it is 'hardly fair' to call apples apples or pears pears. The word means what it means no matter what your ideology is.
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Please don't turn everything into a 'liberals vs conservatives' debate. Not everything in this world can or should be divided along (USA) partisan lines. This didn't even happen in the US.
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My husband and I walked down the aisle together - each freely giving ourselves to the other.
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Oh for the love of Lucy can you please not purposely go to articles with homosexual content just to simply leave a rude and homophobic comment? Sweet Sally you must have nothing better to do in your life if all you ever like to do is spread hate.
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If you don't like this article and don't approve of the message then don't bother commenting on this post just to cause trouble.
Load More Replies... Why so much hate? I'm happy for them, just curious about all of the HSBC advertising.
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Folks like you are the very reason newlyweds should always bring insecticide and a fly swatter on their honeymoon.
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You don't need to accept or understand, but if you are the loving dad and your daughter is getting married, just be there FOR HER. He should accept the fact that she was born to be who she is. Maybe he will understand that later.
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Cool. NASA just found some possible habitable zone planets. I'll get your rocket ready. Take the time spent on your trip there to think about what an a*****e you are.
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They look beautiful together! Also massive respect for her colleagues and CEO!
Baroto... just google and you'll find countless examples of naturally occurring homosexuality in animals. You destroyed your own argument with your very first sentence. Also, I would love to see your face when you find out that some animals are naturally hermaphrodite - clownfish for example, can change sex. BOOM.
Load More Replies... Love is love, and if people could throw away their homophobic thoughts, world would be better place.
Great for them, but unfortunately the internet has made me very skeptical nowadays. Whenever I see a story like this I just can't help but think it has to have been done much more for the publicity than for the kindness.
If there are no voices of support, the only voices heard are those of dissent. If it were done in secret, there would be less chance of people in such countries realising that there is nothing wrong or strange in this. So the more publicity the better. The more people see of this, the more everyday it becomes, and at that point it simply an ordinary, acceptable part of society.
Load More Replies... It takes courage to stand up for what you believe in especially with family members. Sad that her parents didn't attend and have shut out their own daughter. They are loosing a lot. Different cultures have a harder time accepting people who live homosexually. I hope they eventually realize their loss and accept them both into their lives.
trust me, occidental culture has a way harder time accepting homosexuality than asiatic (or at least japanese). look at all the yaoi, the yuri. Even Sailor moon had a homosexual couple in it. In my country, I've never seen anything similar. Homosexuality is considered out of place, maybe artistic, gross, weird, hipster but certainly not common. I live in France.
Load More Replies... Amazing! Your boss is awesome too. Shame on their parent for not attending their wedding... That makes me sad. But you can't really make someone change their opinions sometimes..
Do you know what the parents are going thru? Or their struggles? How come they are to be shamed?
Load More Replies... Good for them hope they are very happy together and forget what other people think ..and they look beautiful !!
They are so beautiful and adorable together! I applaud them for their braveness, although it makes me sad that we live in a world where someone must be considered brave to marry the love of their life, regardless of gender and sexual orientation. :( Love is love, and I'm so happy for them <3
Congratulations! May you find happiness, acceptance, and love your entire lives. Ignore the haters...they aren't worth your time.
11 years and her parents STILL didn't accept her? Jeez. Her boss is awesome.
Such a great story even though it's a little sad. I'm happy for them.
When is it ok to hate someone for his believes or opinion? May I say that famous statue 'the fountain' is piece of c**p or am I force to say that it is masterpiece? Am I allowed to say that I do not appreciate my daughters lesbian marriage because my dream was became a grandfather? No? Why not?
Nice! What kind of parent wouldn't want their kid to be happy!? Regret is a tough pill to swallow later in life.
Kids had their choice and so as their parents made their choice too. Regret maybe a tough pill to swallow, for both parties don't you think?
Load More Replies... It is so sad that people can't see that love is just love. There is no gender or race or age just love. My fiance is 5 years younger than me and I was afraid to go out with him at first. But screw critics I love him and he loves me. Everyone should mind their own business and allow others to be happy.
Do you see homosexual animals? Yes. Do you see animals crowding around teasing them for being in love with another animal who is the same gender as them? I'm going to assume not. If you have, please send me a picture or a video to back up your claim that you've seen animals being homophobic bastards.
Load More Replies... That logic is so convoluted it's painful. Biological differences? Fair enough; no one has ever denied that men and women are different. But to call it a natural 'law' or 'greater truth' where only opposite genders can pair-up is a little far-fetched since the animal kingdom is full of homosexual activities. Secondly, I don't think anyone thinks that biological sexes are social constructs so I'm going to assume you meant marriage which IS a social construct. I'm fairly certain that there is no other species besides mankind that issues and uses marriage licenses so please don't apply 'natural laws' here. Third, by definition, if you dislike homosexuals, you ARE homophobic. It's like saying it is 'hardly fair' to call apples apples or pears pears. The word means what it means no matter what your ideology is.
Load More Replies... Please don't turn everything into a 'liberals vs conservatives' debate. Not everything in this world can or should be divided along (USA) partisan lines. This didn't even happen in the US.
Load More Replies... My husband and I walked down the aisle together - each freely giving ourselves to the other.
Load More Replies... Oh for the love of Lucy can you please not purposely go to articles with homosexual content just to simply leave a rude and homophobic comment? Sweet Sally you must have nothing better to do in your life if all you ever like to do is spread hate.
Load More Replies... If you don't like this article and don't approve of the message then don't bother commenting on this post just to cause trouble.
Load More Replies... Why so much hate? I'm happy for them, just curious about all of the HSBC advertising.
Load More Replies... Folks like you are the very reason newlyweds should always bring insecticide and a fly swatter on their honeymoon.
Load More Replies... You don't need to accept or understand, but if you are the loving dad and your daughter is getting married, just be there FOR HER. He should accept the fact that she was born to be who she is. Maybe he will understand that later.
Load More Replies... Cool. NASA just found some possible habitable zone planets. I'll get your rocket ready. Take the time spent on your trip there to think about what an a*****e you are.
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