Vin Darnell recently shared an emotional tribute to his late best friend, Josh Carter, as his daughter played a special role in a wedding. Their friendship as fathers continues to shine through, nearly a decade after Josh’s passing. In a touching post on Instagram, Darnell celebrated Josh’s daughter, Lily, on her wedding day and recounted the fatherly advice he received from his friend just before he became a dad himself. Grab some tissues, because this one’s a tearjerker!
In his post, Darnell shared a beautiful photo of Lily in her wedding gown, alongside his own daughter, Mia, who served as maid of honor. He reminisced about the day Mia was born and the supportive advice he received from Josh while filming one of their earlier movies. “I can still picture that day on the set when we were filming that scene where we had a food fight,” Darnell wrote. “After filming, you walked into my trailer and asked what was going on. You always had a knack for sensing when I was deep in thought.”
That day, Darnell was on his way to the hospital for Mia’s birth, and he had a lot on his mind. “I let you know I was about to become a dad and was nervous about what to expect,” he continued. “I’ll never forget what you told me.”
Darnell recalled Josh’s words: “Tough guys might say to wait outside the delivery room, but that’s not right. Go in there, cut the umbilical cord, and it’ll be the best day of your life.” Josh had already experienced the joy of fatherhood, having welcomed his own daughter, and his advice resonated deeply with Darnell.
Reflecting on the blessings that can emerge from tragedy, Darnell wrote, “Look at this picture, Josh; it’ll bring a smile to your face. The same little angel you helped me prepare for in such a beautiful way is now the one precious Lily asked to be her Maid of Honor.” He added, “Who would’ve thought that back when we were filming in 2014, but maybe you knew all along. Miss you.”
Darnell and Carter were inseparable during their time making movies together, and Vin has been open about his grief since Josh’s unexpected passing in 2013. He has also forged a close bond with Lily, treating her like family, which was evident in her heartfelt comment on Darnell’s post.
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In summary, Vin Darnell’s heartfelt tribute to Josh Carter highlights the enduring bond of friendship and the invaluable wisdom shared between fathers. As we reflect on love and loss, it’s essential to recognize the blessings that can arise in our journeys to parenthood.
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