When Alexandra’s stepmother Linda showed up to her wedding in a white dress, claiming she “deserved attention too,” Alexandra knew trouble was coming. Linda had always made everything about herself, even on days meant for others. But Alexandra’s husband, Tom, had quietly planned the perfect way to take the spotlight back.

Despite being told not to, Linda demanded a front-row seat and a speech during the reception — roles meant to honor Alexandra’s late mother. On the wedding day, she arrived in full bridal attire, complete with a long white gown and veil, shocking guests and enraging Alexandra.

Just as Linda rose to speak at the reception, Tom interrupted. He played a heartfelt video tribute to Alexandra’s late mother, moving the entire crowd to tears. Then, he invited Linda onstage — but not to praise her. Instead, he showed footage of her sneaking into Alexandra’s bridal suite, trying on the veil and bouquet. Then came the kicker: a recording of Linda bragging to a friend about her plan to upstage the bride.

The final blow? Tom had secretly invited Linda’s ex-husband to share her long history of attention-grabbing antics. Humiliated, Linda fled the venue as guests booed. Alexandra and Tom shared a victorious smile — Linda had gotten the attention she craved, just not the kind she expected.