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A wedding is meant to be a joyous occasion, a day filled with love and support from family and friends. But for many in the LGBTQIA+ community, that support isn’t always guaranteed. A study published in the Journal of Family Psychology found that 70% of LGBTQIA+ individuals experience some level of parental rejection.

Megan knew that reality all too well. When she married the love of her life, Brittany, her parents chose not to attend due to their religious beliefs. But rather than dwell on their absence, Megan’s siblings stepped up in a way that moved everyone to tears. They gave her a surprise father-daughter dance—one that she would never forget.


A dance that spoke louder than words

TikTok | @zach.luke

The heartwarming moment was captured and shared on TikTok by Megan’s brother Zach Luke (@zach.luke), quickly amassing over 3 million views. The video begins with Megan and Brittany sharing their first dance as newlyweds, completely immersed in the magic of the moment. But the real surprise came when the dance floor cleared, and Megan’s siblings took turns stepping in for what should have been a traditional father-daughter dance.

They chose “The Village” by Wrabel for the occasion—a song that speaks directly to the struggles of the queer community and serves as a reminder that the problem isn’t with them, but with those who refuse to accept them.

"No dry eyes in the house after this!"

First up was Kelly, the eldest sibling, who pulled Megan in for a heartfelt dance. Then she passed Megan on to Luke, who twirled his sister across the dance floor as the room erupted into applause. Next was Alex, the youngest of the siblings, and by this point, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.

Finally, Megan’s new mother-in-law, Robin, stepped in for the last dance. The two held each other close, signifying that while Megan’s parents may have been absent, she was now part of a family that welcomed her with open arms.

"Chosen family is everything."

A moment that resonated beyond the wedding hall

Screenshots from a TikTok video from a wedding. Megan didn't get the dance she thought she would, but got something better instead. TikTok | @zach.luke

At the end of the video, Luke added an emotional message:

“We are so proud of you, Megan. You and Brittany are perfect for each other. Kelly, Alex, and I are so happy to have you as our sister.”

Even Wrabel himself saw the video and commented, congratulating the couple and sharing in the joy of their special moment.

The overwhelming love in the video deeply moved viewers. One commenter, @dgot_game1, summed it up perfectly:

"Y’all don’t know how bad we need the VILLAGE when our parents ‘don’t agree.’ Thank you for being there for your sister."

Megan herself, under the username @meganbaltus, responded to the outpouring of love:

"I have the best siblings ever. Thank you guys so much for being there for me and giving me another great memory to look back on this incredible day."

Love always finds a way

While it’s heartbreaking that Megan’s parents chose not to attend, her siblings’ actions sent a powerful message—love isn’t defined by blood, but by those who stand by you no matter what. Their beautiful gesture ensured that Megan felt cherished on her big day, proving that family is ultimately about love and support, not just genetics.

If this story moved you, consider supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals in your community. Whether it’s attending their milestones, speaking out against discrimination, or simply showing up when it matters, small acts of love make a world of difference.

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