Guests reveal the most awkward moments they've witnessed at weddings

One guest shared a particularly scandalous story about when the groom's ex-girlfriend showed up and claimed he was the father of her child. Photo / Getty Images

By Stephanie Linning

Many married couples look back on their wedding as the happiest day of their lives.

But these toe-curling stories prove that for others it is a far more stressful affair.

Wedding guests took to anonymous confessions app Whisper to share the most shocking and awkward moments they have ever witnessed.

From prostitutes interrupting the ceremony to the maid of honour losing the rings, the scenes would be enough to give any bride or groom-to-be nightmares about their own big day.

One guest shared a particularly scandalous story about when the groom's ex-girlfriend showed up and claimed he was the father of her child. Another told how a former flame had arrived to try and put a stop to the nuptials.

Here, FEMAIL from Daily Mail shares some of the most horrifying examples...

Secret family: This sneaky groom had apparently kept his "other wife" from his current bride. Photo / Whisper

It should've been me! This former flame could not accept that the relationship was over. Photo / Whisper

Drink up! There was a rush for the bar when guests realised there was not enough alcohol. Photo / Whisper

Unfaithful: This groom did not try very hard to hide his indiscretion from the guests. Photo / Whisper

Oops! This maid of honour was left scrambling after she lost the groom's wedding ring. Photo / Whisper

Inappropriate: This officiant apparently missed the dress code on the invitation. Photo / Whisper

Unfinished business: This scandalous scene was likely to have set tongues wagging. Photo / Whisper

Love child: This poster watched the drama unfold as the groom was confronted by an ex. Photo / Whisper

Romantic: This bride missed out on sharing a special moment with her new husband. Photo / Whisper

Slip of the tongue: This bride wanted to forget her husband's mix-up as soon as possible Groom sends his new bride crashing into stage in front of guests. Photo / Whisper