Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey have officially entered their next chapter as husband and wife, and soon, as parents. The 33-year-old model and former Miss Universe and the 29-year-old San Francisco 49ers running back recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary in June 2025, just months after announcing they’re expecting their first child.
Their relationship began quietly in June 2019, staying under the radar until their public debut at the NFL Honors in Miami in early 2020. From low-key dates to red carpet moments and an unforgettable engagement in April 2023, here’s a look at how Culpo and McCaffrey’s relationship blossomed into a lasting partnership.
Olivia, who previously dated former New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola on and off for two years, and Christian went on their first date after they were set up by mutual pals
Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo attend AT&T TV Super Saturday Night at Meridian at Island Gardens in Miami
The sportsman and the model made their red carpet debut at the Super Bowl LIV’s NFL Honors in Miami.
Christian wore a black tuxedo with a black bow tie, whilst Olivia donned a white Georges HOBEIKA RTW SS20 dress and white Sergio Rossi Godiva Steel Pumps.She completed her look with an Edie Parker Wolf Acrylic Ribbon Clutch.
In the same month as their red carpet debut, the couple became Instagram official on Valentine’s Day.Captioning an Instagram photo carousel of Christian and Olivia, he wrote: “Never a dull moment with you. Happy Valentine’s Day.”
May 2020
Christian took to Instagram to pay a sweet tribute to Olivia on her birthday, the first as a couple.He wrote: “Happy birthday to the Queen and my best friend! Nothin better than being loved by you.”
June 2020
Olivia returned the sweet gesture to her beau on his birthday when she took to Instagram to pay tribute to him.She penned: “Happy birthday to my best friend in the whole world. Unicorns really do exist. I love you baby.”
July 2020
The lovers decided to welcome a new addition to their family, a toy golden doodle called Oliver Sprinkles.
April 2021
The Miss Universe 2012 winner said she did not want to be with any other man, except Christian.Captioning a sweet Instagram photo of the couple on a beach, she wrote, “I found this really cute guy on my bike ride and I think I’m going to keep him.”
June 2021
Olivia gushed over her then-boyfriend on their anniversary.Captioning a loved-up Instagram photo carousel of the couple, she wrote: “I wuv you Christian! Happy anniversary. You are the hardest worker with the biggest heart.”
“Getting to see you work your butt off every single day to make your dreams come true has been such an inspiration to me and your sincerity in everything you do makes me feel like the luckiest girl in the world.”
Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo at the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones
The pair appeared on the red carpet at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party, hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills, California.Christian sported a black tuxedo with a black bow tie.
And Olivia opted for a pink Carolina Herrera Off-the-Shoulder Silk Mini Dress and black Christian Louboutin So Kate Leather Pumps.She completed her look with a Boucheron Serpent Boheme Diamants White Gold Diamond Ring.
October 2022
The Other Women actress was saddened to say goodbye to Charlotte, North Carolina, after Christian was traded from the team, Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers.Captioning an Instagram Reel, which showed highlights of the couple’s time in the city, she wrote: “This city stole my heart and I’ll never forget the memories and people who made the last 3+ years so special.”
“I’ll miss you all so much, and you’ll always hold a special place in my heart. I’m so proud of you, Christian! Seeing your light shine is one of my favorite things in life, and I’m beyond excited and grateful for this next chapter in Cali, the place I’ve called home for the last 8 years. Niners Nation, let’s go!”
Olivia supported and cheered on Christian before his first game as a 49er.
November 2022
Christian’s move to the San Francisco 49ers allowed them to live on the same coast (West), and it made their lives “so much easier”.
Olivia told Us Weekly: “It’s going to make everything so much easier.“I feel like when you care about somebody, you have to understand the things that they’re gonna have to do to reach their dreams and potential…”
“We’re both really understanding about [our] schedules and the way that things have to work for the time being, and that definitely helps.“I think when you’re on the same page with that you can, you really can make it work.”
Olivia decided to freeze her eggs to take the pressure off her relationship with Christian, which was due to fertility, and so that the couple could decide “when the time is right” for them to have children.
April 2023
Olivia and Christian announced their engagement after almost four years of dating.They got engaged during a romantic getaway to Utah.Captioning a black-and-white photo carousel of the athlete as he popped the question as he got down on one knee, as well as Olivia flaunting her sparkly diamond ring, she wrote: “4.2.23” along with the infinity symbol.
Olivia also added to her Stories: “We tried to keep this quiet for as long as possible but apparently word travels fast. I’m marrying my best friend. I love you so much, fiancé.”Olivia posted a picture of Oliver next to the ring and wrote: “Oliver Sprinkles, our little ring bearer.”
July 2023
Olivia and Christian celebrated their engagement with a white-themed party, which the couple’s family and friends attended.
June 2024
The couple finally said “I do” after four years of dating. They tied the knot in a church on Watch Hill, Rhode Island.A source told PEOPLE: “There wasn’t a dry eye in the house when [McCaffrey] said his vows.”The happy couple had a phone-ban at the wedding, “which everyone loved”.
The insider added: “It was so nice to be present and soak in the entire weekend and spend quality time with everyone.”Olivia stunned in a white, long-sleeved Dolce and Gabbana gown. She said: “I loved every part of my wedding because I love my husband and the people we got to celebrate that day with.
March 2025
Olivia announced she was pregnant by sharing a series of black-and-white photos of her cradling her bump on Instagram.
She captioned the photo carousel with: “Next chapter, motherhood.”
June 2025
The couple celebreated their first wedding anniversary, and Olivia treated her Instagram followers to footage of their wedding day.
She captioned the Instagram Reel with: “One year down, with something new. Soon it’s more than just us two. Best day ever, best year ever… happy anniversary to the love of my life. So so thankful.”And Christian shared photos from their nuptials on his Instagram account.
He captioned the post with: “Happy One Year Anniversary to The Love and My Life! You’re Going To Be The Best Mom.”
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