Myrtle Beach, December 1, 2025
News Summary
On March 29, 2025, Melissa Ramsey Adams and Gray Soapes celebrated their wedding at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach. Surrounded by family, including their children and grandchildren, the couple created a memorable event filled with love and joy. Their unique story began in April 2022, culminating in a beautiful Lowcountry-themed wedding. With a lavish reception featuring Southern cuisine and delicious desserts, the celebration marked the start of their life together, as they plan to split time between Myrtle Beach and Charleston.
Myrtle Beach: A Day of Love and Family Celebration
On March 29, 2025, Myrtle Beach became a hub of love and celebration as Melissa Ramsey Adams and Gray Soapes tied the knot at the picturesque Dunes Golf and Beach Club. It was a day where romance intertwined beautifully with family, making it a memorable event for everyone involved.
A Family Affair
The wedding was truly a family affair, with the couple’s children and grandchildren playing vital roles in the ceremony. In a heartwarming moment, Melissa’s son, Karson, had the honor of walking her down the aisle alongside her mother. Their daughters served as bridesmaids while Gray’s brother took on the role of best man. And let’s not forget the adorable grandchildren who served as ringbearers, bringing smiles and laughter to the occasion.
How They Met
This beautiful couple’s love story began in April 2022 at Hall’s Chophouse in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, during the annual Cooper River Bridge Run. Gray was introduced to Melissa through a mutual friend, which turned out to be a twist of fate amid a bustling atmosphere. Their conversation was enchanting and meaningful, leading them to start dating a few months later.
Fast forward to July 2024, and in a delightful turn of events, Gray proposed to Melissa on Litchfield Beach. Their connection to Litchfield Beach is quite special; it goes back to a picnic dinner they had planned prior, which was unfortunately disrupted by rain. So when it came time for the proposal, a beach setting was the perfect choice.
Dream Wedding Planning
Melissa had always dreamed of a Southern, Lowcountry-themed wedding, selecting an enchanting color palette of blues, blushes, and browns. The couple’s wedding flowers even featured pheasant feathers, adding a unique flair that complemented the men’s brackish bowties and bridesmaids’ earrings. Melissa looked stunning in her ivory gown adorned with intricate lace detailing and a nude underlayer, while the bridesmaids wore elegant dusty blue dresses. Gray himself opted for an ivory sports coat from Dumas & Sons, completing the look with groomsmen dressed in suits of a trendy “new blue” shade.
An Extravagant Reception
The celebrations continued in the elaborate ballroom of the Dunes Club, where everyone was treated to an extravagant reception. A lively cocktail hour featured delicious hors d’oeuvres, such as caramelized bacon and ahi tuna, providing a delicious start to the festivities. Dinner drew on Southern culinary roots, featuring a spread of fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and even a mashed potato bar—comfort food at its finest! There was also a carving station with herb-roasted New York strip loin and a slider station offering various tasty options.
And dessert? Oh, what a treat! Guests indulged in an array of sweets, including banana pudding, red velvet cake, and refreshing key-lime pie to round out the meal perfectly. You could even grab a drink from the open bar, serving Gray’s favorite, Natural Light beer, a nostalgic nod to his fraternity days.
Life After the Wedding
As Melissa and Gray look forward to their new adventure together, they plan to split their time living between Myrtle Beach and Charleston. With Melissa working as a membership and communications director at the Dunes Club, and Gray serving as the VP/general manager at WCBD News 2 and WBTW News 13, their lives are sure to be filled with love, excitement, and a little bit of magic.
As the sun set on a truly magical day at Dunes Golf and Beach Club, it was clear that the love shared by Melissa and Gray will only continue to grow, surrounded by the warmth of family and the joyous memories created on their wedding day.
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