A wedding ceremony in Snohomish, Washington, captured the attention of millions online, who watched as bride Ivy Jacobsen, a Washington State police officer, was escorted down the aisle by 15 important men in her life, including the police officer who put her abusive father in prison.
The emotional event took place on July 15, and quickly became a viral sensation on social media, amassing 11.7 million views on TikTok.
The story began at age 16, when Jacobsen made sure that her abusive father faced justice. Her bravery led to his arrest, thanks in part to a police officer who helped put him behind bars.
Fast-forward to her wedding day. Jacobsen wanted to honor that special officer who helped her through the difficult times and shaped her into the woman she is today.
Wedding planner Karrah, who organized the memorable ceremony, shared the emotional journey in a now-trending TikTok video.
“On her wedding day, she asked 15 of the most important men in her life to escort her down the aisle,” Karrah wrote.
The group included her brother, brother-in-law, childhood coaches, as well as the police officer who had arrested her father. It was a symbolic act of gratitude and appreciation for the support and love she received from these men throughout her life.
During the ceremony, as Jacobsen walked gracefully down the aisle, linking arms with two men, who guided her a few steps forward before handing her over to the next set of gentlemen who continued the procession.
The emotional moment reached its peak when the officiant asked, “Who gives this woman to be married to this man?”, and Jacobsen’s 15 father figures answered, “We do.”
Thousands of viewers reacted with positive comments about Jacobsen and the men who stood by her side. Many expressed their appreciation for the unnamed police officer’s role in her life and commended all the men for showing up on her special day.
In response to the overwhelming support, Jacobsen expressed her gratitude to the digital community for their well wishes and shared a powerful message in a follow-up TikTok clip.
“We all have a story that shapes us — it does not define us — but shapes us and empowers us in ways to move forward,” she said. “It’s why I do what I do. It’s why I show up every day for my community.”
Jacobsen’s powerful journey from a young girl facing trauma to a confident police officer surrounded by supportive father figures is an inspiring reminder that past hardships do not have to dictate one’s future.
Speaking of her job as a police officer, Jacobsen said the career decision was born from a desire to help others and the community.
