10 Times Where The Father Of The Bride Broke Down On His 'Little Girl's' Big Day

Mel Johnson

The special bond between a loving father and his daughter is unlike any other. And no matter how much a daughter grows, she'll forever be 'Daddy's little girl.' So, it's understandable (and completely adorable) when dads get emotional while giving their daughters away. And these stunning photos capture that tender moment when the father of the bride breaks down on his little girl's wedding day.

Grab some tissues and take a look at these 10 photos of loving dads who just can't hold it together on the big day!

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 10: He was not expecting to be so emotional

The bride was so overwhelmed by her dad's reaction. He completely lost it when he saw her as a bride for the first time. The both of them could barely keep it together!

“She did not expect him to cry. I don’t think he expected to either but… It was just one of the sweetest moments of the day”. – Cat Mayer says.

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 9: Time stands still for moments like this

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Taking a moment to reminisce on the journey the two of them shared this far. Nothing is more beautiful than love.

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 8: He is so unbelievably proud

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Can you imagine the thoughts that are going through his mind? His expression says it all! He looks completely stunned and proud to present his daughter on her big day.

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 7: The hardest goodbye

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Knowing that they want their Baby Girl to be protected and loved forever, Dads have the hardest time letting go. Being able to make room for someone else to take care of your precious little one (because they are always "baby") is so hard!

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 6: Ready to walk her down the aisle

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“This father of the bride was diagnosed with a degenerative condition that may have prevented him from being able to walk on his daughter’s wedding day. Thankfully it was a good day, and not only did he get to walk his only daughter down the aisle, but he was able to have this sweet first look moment with her beforehand". -Shannon Menary

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 5: He really can't hold back the feelings

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He is just bursting with so many emotions! She has been waiting for her wedding day for so long, but he looks like he was not quite ready to let go.

Father Of The Bride Breaks Down 4: First look with her first love

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Reality has hit this dad like a ton of bricks! This is the very moment before he gives away his daughter in marriage in front of a congregation. He is completely speechless!