Cleveland Browns Fans Marry in Tailgate Ceremony Before Season Opener

On September 7, Cleveland Browns superfans Charles "Brown Spider" Bevel Jr. and DeSiree "First Lady" Wheeler celebrated their wedding in a unique tailgate-themed ceremony held in the Muni Lot outside Huntington Bank Field before the Browns' season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals. The couple, known for their deep Browns fandom, incorporated the team's colors and spirit into their wedding attire and decorations, with the ceremony officiated by former Browns receiver Webster Slaughter. The event drew a large crowd of family, friends, and fellow Browns fans, who supported the couple amid some rain, making the occasion a memorable celebration of both love and football. Despite the joyous ceremony, the Browns narrowly lost the game 17-16, with missed kicks by Andre Szmyt contributing to the defeat. The couple expressed gratitude for the community's support and plans to honeymoon in London, where they will attend the Browns-Vikings game, hoping to mark future anniversaries with season-opening wins. Their wedding highlighted the strong bond between fans and the team, showcasing how football can bring people together beyond the sport itself.