While athletes are famous in their own right, it is almost uncanny how many of them end up with other famous people. Athletes have managed to date and marry some of the most famous artists, politicians, other athletes, and more. We’re going to take a look at some of these athletes and their spouses, showing you five cases where athletes have come away with famous dates.
1. Russell Wilson and Ciara
Russell Wilson is a famous football player for the Seattle Seahawks and Ciara is a singer. These two don’t seem to have a lot in common at first glance, but the fact is that the two of them have been going strong for years. While they only started dating one another in 2015, the two were quickly married and even have a child that was born in 2017. While their relationship was definitely low-key, it definitely wasn’t a surprise that two entertainers of high caliber were able to come together and fall in love.
2. Danica Patrick and Aaron Rodgers
Danica Patrick and Aaron Rodgers could not be more different from one another at first glance. Danica Patrick is a groundbreaking female NASCAR driver who stunned the world when she made it into the professional races. Aaron Rodgers is a professional NFL quarterback that has been renowned in Green Bay for leading the team to a Super Bowl in the 2010-2011 season. Yet, the two found one another and started having dates ever since 2018. Their sports and perceived personalities are different, but they have made it work so far! In this case, either of these could be their partner’s famous significant other!
3. Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood
Mike Fisher is a well-known name as a professional hockey player, hailing from Canada and playing for both the Ottawa Senators and the Nashville Predators during his tenure. His wife, famed country music singer Carrie Underwood, is possibly even more famous than her husband. While the two of them are relatively young, they are both household names for people either in the world of sports or music. Oddly enough, the two met at one of Underwood’s concerts and soon kicked off a storybook romance that persists through today!
4. Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union
Basketball legend Dwyane Wade is known for striving for the absolute best in all respects of his game and it is clear by his choice in spouse that the same rules apply for his personal life. His wife, actress Gabrielle Union, is renowned for being a famous actress and one of the most beautiful women alive. The two of them have been a power couple for years and show that sometimes famous people can find lasting love.
5. Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen
Tom Brady is perhaps the most famous name in football. Fresh from his sixth Super Bowl title, the only person he has to answer to is his wife, Gisele. Most famous for being a model, Gisele is more well-known these days for being a role model as a wife, mother, and in the modeling community. While these two don’t put their full life on display for everyone to see like some couples, they are still very well-respected as a famous duo.
As you can see, athletes love to date people from a wide variety of backgrounds, but they are often attracted to people who are just as famous as them. Even though these people might not have met on an online dating site, plenty of people still use them to find love. While this list covered some of the most well-known names, it’s hardly exhaustive and there will certainly be more matches like this in the future.
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