Yahoo Lifestyle 10 WAGs More Famous Than Their Athlete Partners
For some WAGs, their names are bigger than their significant other's jersey numbers. Case in point, Taylor Swift. The pop star is arguably the most famous WAG cheering in the stands these days.
"Taylor is really embracing WAG life," an insider told Page Six in late 2024. "I think she’s adapted so well to WAG life because she truly understands what it’s like to be part of a team—especially coming off Eras where she formed such a close connection with her band, dancers, singers and crew."
"She appreciates that sort of camaraderie and collaboration, that kind of chosen family," the insider added. "She fully gets and respects those bonds and why they need to be supported."
The Grammy winner isn't the only WAG, who dare we say, could be considered the MVP in their relationship. From Swift to Carrie Underwood and Hailee Steinfeld, here are 10 WAGs who one might argue are more famous than their professional athlete partners.
10 WAGs more famous than their athlete partners
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has been dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce since 2023. The Grammy winner made her first appearance at Arrowhead Stadium on Sept. 24, 2023 to support her beau. "Football is awesome, it turns out," she later said in an interview for Time’s 2023 Person of the Year. "I’ve been missing out my whole life." While her presence at games garners attention, she told Time, "I’m just there to support Travis."
Hailee Steinfeld
Hailee Steinfeld has been dubbed the "Queen" of "Queen City" a.k.a. Buffalo, New York. The Oscar-nominated actress got engaged to Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen on Nov. 22, 2024. When asked by E! News earlier that year, "What is it about a sportsy man?" Steinfeld replied, "Listen, what isn't it about? Come on now."
Related: Hailee and Josh's Relationship Timeline
Simone Biles
Eleven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has been married to the Chicago Bears' Jonathan Owens since April 22, 2023. She's described the NFL player as being "so supportive" of her. The Olympian told PEOPLE in 2021, "He's always, always so helpful and making sure I stay on top of my therapy and all of that," adding, "He's the best because he also goes through it [as an athlete], so he knows exactly how it is in the process. It's been amazing to have him."
Carrie Underwood
Grammy Award-winning singer Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher is a former professional ice hockey player. The American Idol alum and Canadian athlete wed in 2010. The following year, the country star told Minneapolis radio station K102 (via Us Weekly): "It is nice being a hockey wife." Meanwhile, her proud husband has called her "one of the biggest stars."
Olivia Culpo
Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo married San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey in June 2024. The Culpo Sisters star admitted to Entertainment Tonight that she broke her "no athletes ever again" rule for the football player.
"He's just the best, I feel like he is really everything that I could ever ask for," Olivia said. "So I never have to worry about anything. I think that was the reason why I didn't want to date an athlete, no offense, because there is a reputation there."
"He just comes from a great family. We have a lot in common in that respect," she continued. "I feel like you can really tell who a person is by the people that raise them, and I just love his parents so much. They have a great relationship."
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington's husband, Nnamdi Asomugha, is a former NFL player. He and the Scandal alum tied the knot in June 2013. Months later in December, the athlete announced his retirement from the NFL. "We didn't get a championship, that was the goal," Asomugha said (via ESPN). "But we had a lot of championship moments here and that's the stuff I can be proud of moving forward."
Kylie Kelce
Travis Kelce's sister-in-law, Kylie Kelce, has gained a lot of media attention in recent years. The Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast host married her husband Jason Kelce in 2018. In his retirement speech, the Philadelphia Eagles player recalled meeting his future wife after the Eagles Christmas Party in 2014.
"I still remember the moment she walked through the door. The first instance is burned in my retina," he shared. "It was like she glided through the opening, an aura around her. Then she started talking, and I thought, 'Man, is this what love feels like?' She was beautiful and smart. Serious, yet playful."
Jason added, "I knew it right away. I think it's no coincidence I have enjoyed my best years of my career with Kylie by my side. Every accolade I have ever received has come with her in my life. She has brought the best out of me through love, devotion, support, honesty, intelligence and, of course, the swift kick in the a-s from time to time."
Related: All About Jason and Kylie Kelce's Kids
Joanna Garcia Swisher
Sweet Magnolias and Reba star Joanna Garcia Swisher's husband Nick Swisher is a former professional baseball player. The year after winning the World Series with the Yankees, he and Joanna got married in 2010. Discussing baseball with Parade in 2015, the actress said "it’s a huge part of our lives and always will be. I’m so grateful for it. It’s a lot of fun. It’s an intense place. I really admire anyone who plays baseball." Nick retired from the sport in 2017.
Ciara
Grammy winner Ciara is quarterback Russell Wilson's teammate in life. The pair said "I do" back in 2016. Speaking to SI about her "boo" in 2022, the "Goodies" singer said, "I’ll never forget the day that he and I met … It’s like, when you know, you know. What I love is my husband’s heart and how he thinks of us. He’s always thinking of us. He loves serving at heart. That’s just who he is in general. He will go from football practice to taking Future to baseball practice or taking Sienna to ballet. He doesn’t want to miss a moment."
“He and I share the same vision for our babies, which I think makes the world of a difference, that we’re on the same page," she continued. "It’s important that our kids—you know, they have way more access than we had growing up—so we want to make sure we keep them humble in the process to make sure they do things like having to pick up after themselves and knowing that life isn’t going to be handed to you.”
Victoria Beckham
Perhaps one of the most iconic WAGs to ever sit in the stands is Victoria Beckham. While she and her husband David Beckham are both household names, lets not forget that the fashion designer was a Spice Girl when she and the soccer star got together in the 90s.
