Friendship and loyalty, tradition, family relationships, fun?every groomsman has his own motivations and ways for helping out with your wedding. Here are a few tried-and-true category samples for the typical groomsman and how to deal with them on and off the dance floor.
1. The Comedian
This guy is going to be in more of your wedding photos than you are. He?s the center of attention, no matter what. The comedian is your wittiest friend and great for keeping guests entertained, yet known for pushing a few jokes too far in front of your elderly family. His main avenue for getting a laugh during the wedding is going to be ragging on you, and the jokes will get bolder and bolder as the day goes on.
2. The Big Drinker

This guy was?is?a key component to many parties you?ve attended throughout the years. He?s the go-to guy for a good time. Everyone dreads a wedding reception that?s a major dud, and while the Big Drinker may be kind of annoying?not to mention a potential embarrassment once all those tequila shots start catching up to him?he keeps the party alive and well. He encourages folks to let loose, and gets everyone on the dance floor. Our advice for dealing with this guy is for the groom to designate one specific watchman for him to make sure he makes it back to his bed okay. 3. The Know-it-All Newlywed
This guy just got married last summer, and he?s going to tell you all about it. He?s a little awkward, an old friend, and seems to be glad he gets to bond with you, finall...