Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift top the list of the 18 biggest power couples in sports, showcasing a mix of athlete pairings and crossovers with musicians and political figures.
Key points
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are the top-ranked couple.
The list includes 18 prominent power couples.
Couples range from athletes to musicians and political figures.
It's hard to find a more powerful couple in sports than Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, but the Chiefs tight end and his pop megastar girlfriend are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the sheer number of prominent romances.
Each sport features its share of high-profile couples, from athlete pairings to athlete crossovers with musicians and even political figures.
The Sporting News ranks the biggest power couples in sports, from Kelce and Swift to Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd.
**18.**Paul 'Triple H' Levesque and Stephanie McMahon
Triple H, Stephanie McMahon
Triple H, Stephanie McMahon
How they met: Wrestler Triple H (real name Paul Levesque) and Stephanie McMahon, the daughter of WWE founder Vince McMahon and U.S. education secretary Linda McMahon, met after they portrayed a married couple on the air at WWE events. After a dramatic love story played out in front of thousands of fans, a real love story began to develop in the early 2000s.
Q&A
Who are the top power couples in sports ranked by The Sporting News?
The top power couple is Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, followed by other notable pairs like Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd.
What criteria were used to rank the biggest power couples in sports?
The rankings consider the prominence and influence of the couples across various sports and entertainment sectors.
Are there any athlete and musician couples in the power couples list?
Yes, the list includes several athlete and musician couples, highlighting crossovers between sports and entertainment.
How many power couples are featured in the rankings?
The rankings feature a total of 18 power couples in sports.
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Relationship history: Despite saying later that she was "forbidden" from dating WWE wrestlers, McMahon started dating Triple H in the early 2000s. The two married in 2003 and have three children together: Aurora Rose, Murphy Claire and Vaughn Evelyn.
Accolades & awards: Triple H — WWE Hall of Fame; 9 WWE Championships; 2 Royal Rumble wins; McMahon — WWF Women's Championship
Social media followings: 10.3 million (Instagram), 11.2 million (X)
How they met: U.S. soccer star Julie Ertz and NFL tight end husband Zach Ertz met while at Stanford through mutual friends in 2012. Despite the distance after Zach was drafted by the Eagles in 2013, the two remained together.
Relationship history: Julie and Zach got engaged on Stanford's campus in early 2016 and were married in March 2017. The accolades kept coming for the couple, as Zach won the Super Bowl with the Eagles in 2018, while Julie added a second World Cup win to her name in 2019. The couple had their first son in 2022 and welcomed twin boys into the world in 2024.
Accolades & awards: Zach — Super Bowl championship, 3 Pro Bowl selections; 2 FIFA Women's World Cup championships; Julie — 2 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year awards; 123 international goals
Social media followings: 1.6 million (Instagram), 812k (X)
How they met: NFL QB Russell Wilson and R&B singer Ciara met at Wisconsin men's basketball's Sweet 16 win over North Carolina on March 26, 2015. Wilson was attending as a Wisconsin fan after finishing his college career in Madison. Wilson said in 2025 that he planned on staying single for a long time after his divorce, but meeting Ciara changed his plans. "I was like, I'm going to be single for 10 years," he said. “[Ciara] came, just changed everything."
Relationship history: The connection between Wilson and Ciara progressed quickly. They became engaged after less than a year in February 2016 and wed four months later. In addition to a stepson they parent together from Ciara's previous relationship with rapper Future, the couple had three children: son Win and daughters Sienna and Amora.
Accolades & awards: Wilson — Super Bowl championship; 10 Pro Bowl selections; Walter Payton Man of the Year Award; 45,000 passing yards; Ciara — 1 Grammy Award; 2 MTV Video Music Awards; 2 BET Awards
Social media followings: 41.2 million (Instagram), 16.8 million (X)
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade attend the reopening of The Landmark at Tiffany & Co 5th Avenue on April 27, 2023 in NYC
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade attend the reopening of The Landmark at Tiffany & Co 5th Avenue on April 27, 2023 in NYC
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How they met: Heat great Dwyane Wade and actress Gabrielle Union first met at a Super Bowl party in 2007, watching the Colts defeat the Bears.
Relationship history: Union said she was concerned when she first started dating Wade because they had an age gap and Wade had gone through a divorce, but they built toward a relationship and went public as a couple in 2010. After splitting up for a time in 2013, Wade and Union became engaged in 2013 and married in 2014. In 2018, Wade and Union welcomed a daughter, Kaavia.
Accolades & awards: Wade — 3 NBA championships; NBA Finals MVP; 13 All-Star selections; 8-time All-NBA selections; Hall of Fame; Union — BET Comedy Award; 2 NCAAP Image Awards
Social media followings: 40.7 million (Instagram), 13.3 million (X)
How they met: Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf were both tennis stars, with Graf dominating the late 1980s and early 1990s in women's singles, while Agassi dominated in the 1990s and early 2000s, so they crossed paths plenty of times over the years. After Agassi dated other women, including marrying actress Brooke Shields, he proposed to Graf before their marriage in 2001.
Relationship history: Agassi and Graf married in October 2001 in a wedding that included only their mothers. They welcomed a son in 2001 and a daughter in 2003, raising them outside of Las Vegas. Later on, Agassi told Parade that he feels "overwhelmed with the joy" day-to-day from being married to the fellow tennis legend.
Accolades & awards: Agassi — 4 Australian Open titles; 2 US Open titles; 1 French Open title; 1 Wimbledon title; Graf — 7 Wimbledon titles; 6 French Open titles; 5 US Open titles; 4 Australian Open titles
Social media followings: 983k (Instagram), 432k (X) — Agassi only
How they met: Rumors linking the famously private Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert with the pop singer Madison Beer began in August 2025 when Herbert was spotted on the set of one of Beer's content shoots in Los Angeles. The sighting was notable as Herbert is rarely seen at celebrity events, immediately fueling speculation about their relationship.
Relationship history: Dating speculation quickly intensified in September 2025 after the pair were seen holding hands and attending events together. The relationship was definitively confirmed to the public in early October 2025 when the couple was captured sharing a kiss on the sidelines of a Chargers game against the Washington Commanders. Since going public, the two have been seen coordinating outfits and attending high-profile events in Los Angeles, including Lakers and Dodgers games.
**Accolades & awards:**Herbert— NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (2020); Pro Bowl (2021); William V. Campbell Trophy (2019); Rose Bowl Offensive MVP (2020); Holds multiple NFL rookie records (most passing TDs, most completions);Beer— Grammy nominee for Best Immersive Audio Album (2023); Has released multiple charting singles and studio albums; Discovered by Justin Bieber in 2012.
**Social media followings:**32 million (Instagram), 21 million (TikTok).
How they met: Tennis legend Serena Williams and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian met while staying at the same hotel in Rome in April 2015. Williams was in the city for the Italian Open at the time.
Relationship history: A strong bond quickly grew out of the chance meeting between Williams and Ohanian, as they first went on a date in May 2015, and Ohanian showed up to the US Open later in the year to support her even as their relationship remained unconfirmed. Williams and Ohanian became engaged in December 2016 and welcomed a daughter, Alexis, in 2017 before marrying in New Orleans later in the year. Williams and Ohanian welcomed a second daughter in August 2023.
Accolades & awards: Williams — 858 wins; 7 Australian Open titles; 7 Wimbledon titles; 6 US Open titles; 3 French Open titles; Ohanian — 2011, 2012 Forbes 30 Under 30 list
Social media followings: 19.1 million (Instagram), 10.8 million (X)
How they met: Paul slid into Leerdam's DMs in 2022, asking for the Dutch speed skater to appear on his podcast. Leerdam reportedly had her reservations, believing the internet personality-turned-boxer would be brash and obnoxious. He proved her wrong, however.
Relationship history: Leerdam initially proclaimed she "never expected to date" Paul. By 2023, the two were one -- Paul hard-launched Leerdam. Things have progressed as planned so far, with Leerdam appearing at a variety of Paul's boxing victories. Paul returned the favor, cheering on Leerdam during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina.
Accolades & awards: Jake Paul —two-time Teen Choice Awards winner, 2021 Breakout Boxer of the Year, 2021 ESPN Ringside Awards; Jutta Leerdam — world record in the team sprint, Olympic record in the women's 1000m, one-time Olympic gold medalist (2026), two-time Olympic silver medal (2022, 2026), seven-time European Championships gold medalist, five-time World Single Distance Championship gold medalist
Social media followings: 35.1 million (Instagram), 4.4 million (X)
Net worth: $55 million
10. Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens
Simone Biles Jonathan Owens
Simone Biles Jonathan Owens
How they met: Legendary gymnast Simone Biles and NFL safety Jonathan Owens met through a dating app in 2020, just as the COVID-19 pandemic was getting underway.
Relationship history: After Biles said she "slid into" Owens' DMs, the two began dating and made it official in August 2020. Owens later ruffled some feathers by saying he didn't initially know who Biles was, but the two quickly became smitten. Owens supported Biles after she pulled out of Olympic competition in 2021, and the two became engaged in early 2022. They married in 2023, and each has continued to support the other at their respective events.
How they met: 4-time NBA champion Klay Thompson's romance with rapper Megan Thee Stallion is still fresh, so not much is known about how they crossed paths. Their relationship was first rumored when fans spotted Thompson poolside in the background of an image Megan Thee Stallion posted to Instagram.
Relationship history: Days after fans raised their eyebrows at a man who looked suspiciously like Thompson in the background of the rapper's photo, he posted a picture of himself holding hands with Megan Thee Stallion, seemingly confirming the relationship. In August 2025, Megan Thee Stallion posted videos of her and Thompson working out together and sharing some light-hearted moments as their relationship continues to bud.
Accolades & awards: Thompson — 4 NBA championships; 5 NBA All-Star selections; 2 All-NBA Third Team selections; NBA 3-Point Contest title; Megan Thee Stallion — 3 Grammy Awards; 5 American Music Awards; 7 BET Awards; 2 Billboard Music Awards; 4 MTV Video Music Awards
Social media followings: 49.6 million (Instagram), 10 million (X)
How they met: Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd played four seasons together at UConn, winning a national championship for the Huskies in 2025. While Fudd dealt with some major injuries early in her career at UConn, she and Bueckers developed a close bond that has persisted even after Bueckers' departure for the WNBA.
Relationship history: While the start date of their relationship isn't known, Bueckers and Fudd confirmed they were dating in July 2025. Fudd was seen attending Bueckers' Dallas Wings game shortly after their relationship was confirmed, and the two often showcase their time together through social media posts.
Accolades & awards: Bueckers — NCAA national championship; WNBA All-Star; WNBA Rookie of the Year (2025); AP Player of the Year award; 3-time First-Team All-American; Fudd — NCAA national championship; NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player
Social media followings: 3.4 million (Instagram), 4.5 million (TikTok)
How they met: Former soccer star David Beckham said he met his Spice Girls star wife, Victoria, at a charity soccer match in 1997 and nearly missed his chance by saying hello from across the room before moving on. Fortunately, David ran into Victoria at another match the following week and was able to get her phone number.
Relationship history: The Beckhams became engaged in 1998 and married in Ireland in 1999. The two have four children, with first son Brooklyn born in 1999 and only daughter Harper born in 2011. The two have continued to support each other as they have turned to modeling and influencing.
Accolades & awards: David — 115 international goals; Ballon d'Or runner-up; England Player of the Year; 3 American Music Awards; Victoria, as Spice Girls Member — 4 Billboard Music Awards
Social media followings: 121.2 million (Instagram), 10 million (TikTok)
How they met: MLB ace Justin Verlander and model Kate Upton met on the set of an MLB 2K12 commercial in early 2012 and made their relationship public in early 2013.
Relationship history: While Verlander and Upton briefly split in 2013, they found their way back to each other in early 2014 and became engaged in 2016. Verlander and Upton married in 2017, shortly after the then-Astros star won his first World Series championship. They welcomed their first child in 2019, a daughter, and welcomed son in 2025.
Accolades & awards: Verlander — 2 World Series championships; AL MVP award; 3 Cy Young Awards; 3,500 strikeouts; 9 All-Star selections; Upton — 2013 People Magazine Sexiest Woman
Social media followings: 7.2 million (Instagram), 3.6 million (X)
How they met: The Miami Heat and Las Vegas Aces stars had been friends for years, but reportedly started dating arounds the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Relationship history: After dating rumors started swirling during the summer of 2024, Wilson confirmed the relationship during an 2025 interview with People.com about her Valentine's Day plans. Earlier that year, Adebayo wore Wilson's signature Nike shoe during a game against the Brooklyn Nets. While the couple tries to keep their relationship out of the spotlight for the most part, Wilson was in attendance when Adebayo scored 83 points on March 10, 2026, the second highest single-game scoring record, surpassing Kobe Bryant. After the game, Adebayo expressed what it meant to have her in attendance and supporting him during his career.
Accolades and awards: Adebayo — 3 NBA All-Stars, 5 NBA All-Defensive Teams, 2 Olympic Gold Medals; Wilson — 3 WNBA championships, 4 WNBA MVPs, 2 WNBA Finals MVPs, 3 WNBA Defensive Player of the Years, WNBA Rookie of the Year, 5 All-WNBA First Teams, 4 WNBA All-Defensive First Teams, 7 WNBA All-Stars, 1 WNBA scoring title, 2 Olympic Gold Medals, 2025 TIME Athlete of the Year
Social media followings: 2.7 million (Instagram), 533.1 thousand (X)
Net worth: $27 million
4. Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne
How they met: Pirates ace Paul Skenes and gymnast and influencer Livvy Dunne met while they were both student athletes at LSU. "I would kind of see him around and be like ‘who is this tall guy — this tall mysterious man,'" Dunne later said, revealing she pursued a relationship after following Skenes on social media. Their relationship became public in 2023.
Relationship history: Skenes and Dunne are not engaged, but they continue to support each other publicly. Dunne has appeared at MLB All-Star Weekend supporting Skenes in back-to-back years, often taking to social media to show her support for the Pirates star. In 2025, Skenes and Dunne appeared in a GQ feature and photoshoot. "I’m gonna get some flak in the locker room, I know that and I’m not looking forward to that," Skenes joked after the shoot.
Accolades & awards: Skenes — NCAA Baseball championship; NL Rookie of the Year Award; 2 All-Star selections; Dunne — NCAA gymnastics championship
Social media followings: 6.1 million (Instagram), 8 million (TikTok)
Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim at Crunchyroll Amine Awards 2025
Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim at Crunchyroll Amine Awards 2025
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How they met: It is unknown exactly how Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim were first linked. Their first public appearance together at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in May 2025.
Relationship history: Garrett and Kim were first linked in 2025. They have kept their relationship relatively private. Kim was at Browns training camp in the fall of 2025, and attended a Browns game that season. Garrett crossed the pond to support Kim as she competed at the 2026 Winter Games.
Accolades & awards: Garrett is a two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, 5-time First-team All-Pro and is a 7-time Pro Bowler. Kim has won two Olympic gold medals, three gold medals at the World Championships, eight gold medals at the Winter X Games and two gold medals at the Winter Youth Olympics, all in snowboarding.
Social media followings: 2.3 million (Instagram), 677.2k (X)
Net worth: $70 million
2. Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.
Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.
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How they met: It's unclear how Bills QB Josh Allen met actress and singer wife Hailee Steinfeld, but the two were first spotted together in mid-2023 and reportedly started their relationship in or around May 2023.
Relationship history: Allen and Steinfeld largely kept the early days of their relationship private, but Steinfeld started attending Bills games in 2023 in a clear show of support for the Buffalo star. Allen confirmed the relationship in 2024, and the couple announced they were engaged in November 2024. Allen and Steinfeld got married on May 31, 2025 in California.
Steinfeld took to her substack in December and announced that the newlyweds are also expecting their first child together.
Accolades & awards: Allen — NFL MVP (2024); 3 Pro Bowl selections; 2 All-Pro Second Team selections; 25,000 passing yards; Steinfeld — Academy Award nominee; 1 Billboard Music Award
Social media followings: 22.6 million (Instagram), 1.9 million (X)
How they met: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce kindled a romance after the Chiefs tight end attended an Eras Tour concert in the summer of 2023 and expressed his desire to meet Swift on his podcast. The two started dating shortly before September 2023, though the exact date is unclear.
Relationship history: Since Swift and Kelce went public with their relationship in 2023, they have frequently been by each other's side. Swift has attended numerous Chiefs games, including both Super Bowls since they started dating, and she was on the field with Kelce after his Super Bowl 58 victory. Kelce, meanwhile, was spotted at Swift's Eras Tour concerts in 2024. After the two started dating in 2023, Kelce said he was "even more on top of the world" than he was after winning the Super Bowl earlier that same year.
Just a couple of weeks after setting a Guiness World Record for most concurrent podcast views on YouTube for her appearance on Travis' New Heights podcast, the power couple added to their aura by announcing their engagement on Instagram.
Accolades & awards: Kelce — 3 Super Bowl championships; 10 Pro Bowl selections; 4 All-Pro First Team selections; 12,000 receiving yards; Swift — 14 Grammy Awards; 30 MTV Video Music Awards; 49 Billboard Music Awards; 40 American Music Awards; 12 Country Music Association Awards
Social media followings: 286.9 million (Instagram), 95 million (X)
