Should he invite ex-girlfriend to his wedding?

Vietnam
May 18, 2011 2:34am CST
He is my close friend from childhood. He'll get married on June, 2011. But he has a problem. He wants to get an advice. He has parted ex-girlfriend about 6 months. I have knew the reason is he had other girl. Now, he ask me whether he should invite ex-girlfriend to his wedding. I must say that his ex-girlfriend used to stay in the same room with me for a long time. We still keep in touch as friends. She even loves him now. I believe that she's very sorrow at the broken love. What can I say in this situation?
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25 responses
@gaiza12 (4884)
• Philippines
17 Jun 11
If your friend really has moved on and doesn't have any feelings for the ex, and has a good relationship with her then I think there is no problem with it. The guy may already have moved on an wanted to start a new life being married.
@ckciasigurl (2081)
• Italy
28 May 11
hi tkonlinevn it depends upon the situation if future wife will agree and if they have a good break up and if they are still friends, yes the ex girl friend can go but if not why should the ex girlfriend go , maybe if the situation is like that the ex girlfriend can rune the wedding
@TheCatLady (4691)
• Israel
20 May 11
No. They broke up only 6 months ago and now he's going to be married. Inviting such a recent ex is throwing it in her face that he didn't want to marry her. If it had been several years.. maybe, but not a recent ex.
@larish (2191)
• Philippines
26 May 11
If the ex girlfriend is still in love, please do not let her attand the wedding. It will just be painful for her at the same time it won't be fair for the bride. It will also avoid letting the ex-girlfriend to do any scandal during the ceremony. Also why is he even considering inviting his ex? Is he also still in love with her?
@andy77e (5156)
• United States
20 May 11
No. Do not invite ex-girlfriend. Bad idea for her, and him. Do not do this.
@laniekins (4579)
• Philippines
25 May 11
For me, no ex's in the wedding, it will ruin the special day for both person. I don't see any reason why they are present even if they become super close friends. Let them enjoy their day as couple with relatives and true friends.
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
19 May 11
I would leave it all up to him to decide if he wants to invite her to his wedding or not. she may not want to come if she still loves him. It will break her heart even more.
@laydee (12798)
• Philippines
19 May 11
It's simple - tell him not to. I don't really know what's wrong with this guy, what is his point in inviting someone he just had broken up with 6 months ago because of cheating?! Doesn't he get that this sort of thing cannot simply be healed or ignored quickly? Further, I don't see any point in people inviting their exes. I mean, it's over I know, but it's awkward to be in the partner's shoes seeing that someone there was your groom or bride's love at one point in time.
• United States
19 May 11
I do not think it is a good idea to invite her. They broke up for a reason. She might be upset and cause trouble. Or she might be very sad and will cause a scene because of heart broken crying instead of joyful crying. It will also look strange that she is there. Everyone will wonder if your fiancée invited her to be mean!
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
19 May 11
I think there is no problem in that situation. Unless the girl is willing to attend the wedding. For me if my ex-invited me to a wedding. I will go if we broke out without any quarrel and were friend after all...but if we broke out due to cheating. I don't want to go...
• India
19 May 11
I think it would be better not to invite His ex GF because she is already in pain because of the broken love. And apart form that watching your ex BF getting married with some other girl inspite thinking that you could have been in that place is really hurtful. We should also think from the point of view of your friend. She wont be able to take it anymore. So i strongly feel that not inviting is the best option. Being your best friend now you have to find a solution that she doesn't get to know all about this, because even you invite her she will be in pain i guarantee you that. and also not inviting will cause pain but that will be lesser as compared to the first one. So take your decision wisely
@ddaguno (3107)
• Philippines
19 May 11
NoNoNo!!! why does she want to put so much strain in his current relationship? If he invite his ex, his wife will feel bad and I'm sure his ex will feel bad also. If he truly loves the girl he wishes to marry then he should stop this foolishness and get his act straight
@watergirl (567)
• Philippines
19 May 11
If the ex is still in love and harbors a broken heart like you said, I think inviting her to the wedding would be a bad idea(disastrous even!) Also, he has to talk to the bride. Is she okay with his idea? Also, I'm quite curious as to why he wants to invite the ex to his wedding.
@Jlyn10 (11965)
• Malaysia
19 May 11
Since the girl is still heart broken, wouldn't it hurt her more to see him marrying another girl? I don't think it is advisable to invite her at a time like this. Just give her a break and let her get over the pain. He has already broken her heart once, don't make it worse for her.
@cher913 (25782)
• Canada
18 May 11
i think it depends on how his fiancée feels about the whole situation. if she is uncomfortable with his ex coming to the wedding, then no, but if she is ok with it then yes.
@ShepherdSpy (8544)
• Omagh, Northern Ireland
18 May 11
He was with this Woman in a relationship,and is marrying someone else only 6 months later? I don't think Your Friend,his Ex,is over him Yet. I personally don't think it a good idea that she should go to the wedding,even if She got an invite from the couple.But then,it's not my decision or choice to invite Her or not.Maybe You all are part of a circle of friends that have known one another a long time..If She was in that situation,it would be more supportive for her to be with a group of friends and get closure on the day.
@skysuccess (8858)
• Singapore
18 May 11
tkonlinevn, Have you asked him what his intention was inviting his ex or otherwise your friend? I hope his reason(s) is something noble, otherwise just tell him to forget it. A lot of time, I can understand the need to bring about some closure for both parties but he needs to be consider his options and weigh the consequences of his decision. Take care.
@cerebellum (3863)
• United States
18 May 11
It would depend on his bride would feel about it. She might not be happy about it and he should do all he can to keep her happy.
• United States
18 May 11
Well, it depends on the relationship he has with his ex-girlfriend. If they haven't spoken in awhile then it makes no sense to invite the ex and upset the wife to be.
@ludyvel04 (311)
• Philippines
18 May 11
If they had a good relationship in the past, that wouldn't be a problem.