From Victoria Beckham to Taylor Swift: Iconic WAGs Through the Years

Any partner of an athlete is technically a WAG, but some are so legendary that they become an inseparable part of WAG history—sometimes even after their relationships have ended.

We're taking a nostalgic stroll through WAG history (yes, there will be more puns!) to revisit the most memorable names. Some of these figures may have faded into the past, while others have now surpassed their athletes in fame, but all of them have left a lasting impression.

This is your ultimate guide to WAGs over the years, from Victoria Beckham to Taylor Swift—covering the good, the bad, the controversial, and the ones you may have forgotten.

1. Victoria Beckham and David Beckham (a.k.a. Posh and Becks)

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When England's beloved footballer David Beckham got together with Spice Girl Victoria Adams, it sparked a media frenzy that only intensified as their relationship flourished. The pair became the golden couple of the UK, often compared to royalty, their names forever etched in celebrity lore. Despite enduring intense media scrutiny, particularly with allegations surrounding David's infidelity, Victoria and David have stayed together through thick and thin, raising four children and remaining at the forefront of fashion and sports.

2. Savannah James and LeBron James

A classic high school romance, Savannah James and LeBron James have been inseparable since meeting at a football game during their high school years in Ohio. Their relationship has spanned decades, with the couple celebrating 23 years together, including 11 years of marriage. Their three children—Bronny, Bryce, and Zhuri—are a testament to their enduring love. Savannah's role as a supportive wife and mother of a rising NBA star further solidifies her status as an iconic WAG.

3. Elin Nordegren and Tiger Woods

Elin Nordegren’s marriage to golfing legend Tiger Woods was once the epitome of a picture-perfect union until a shocking cheating scandal rocked the world in 2009. Despite the media storm and painful public divorce in 2010, Elin has moved on with her life. She found happiness with former NFL tight end Jordan Cameron, and the two have three children together. Despite their tumultuous past, Elin and Woods have found a peaceful co-parenting relationship, occasionally spotted together at their children’s events.

4. Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo

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Jessica Simpson’s relationship with Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo in the late 2000s was one filled with both glamour and controversy. The tabloids quickly turned on Simpson, blaming her when Romo’s game performance faltered. After their 2009 breakup, Romo went on to marry Chace Crawford’s sister, while Simpson married former NFL player Eric Johnson. The saga of Simpson's time as a WAG still lingers in the pop culture consciousness.

5. Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher

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Country music’s sweetheart Carrie Underwood and her hockey star husband Mike Fisher have been one of the most enduring sports marriages in recent memory. Meeting at a backstage event in 2008, the couple hit it off immediately, and their love story has grown stronger through the years. Even as Fisher retired from his career in the NHL, Underwood continues to share sweet anecdotes about their happy family life, proving that their relationship is built on a solid foundation.

6. Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade

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Movie star Gabrielle Union’s romance with NBA legend Dwyane Wade has been full of unexpected turns, especially after Union’s previous marriage to NFL player Chris Howard. When she met Wade, she wasn’t expecting much, but the pair’s chemistry was undeniable. After years of dating, they married in 2014 and have since welcomed a daughter together. The couple’s bond has proven to be as strong off the court as on.

7. Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady

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One of the most famous power couples in sports history, Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady seemed to have it all—until their marriage ended in 2022. Their relationship began amid controversy when Brady’s ex-girlfriend Bridget Moynahan found out she was pregnant with his son while he was seeing Gisele. Despite facing media scrutiny, the couple married in 2009 and spent 13 years together, sharing two children. Their split came after reports suggested Brady’s commitment to football was a source of tension. Gisele is now happily dating her jiujitsu instructor, while Brady continues to enjoy post-retirement life.

8. Brittany Mahomes and Patrick Mahomes

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Brittany Mahomes and her husband, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, have been together since their middle school days. Their relationship has weathered the test of time and fame, with the couple now raising two children. As they prepare for their third, Brittany is not just a proud WAG but also a successful businesswoman. The Mahomes family’s bond remains one of the strongest in the sports world.

9. Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler

After a whirlwind romance, Kristin Cavallari and NFL quarterback Jay Cutler were married for nine years and had three children. However, their relationship ended in 2020, and Cavallari has since been candid about the toll the marriage took on her. Her decision to end things came from wanting to protect her children from a toxic environment, and she has been vocal about her commitment to their happiness and well-being.

10. Rihanna and Matt Kemp

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Rihanna’s relationship with MLB star Matt Kemp was a short but memorable chapter in her love life. The two dated for about a year in 2010 before calling it quits, with Rihanna later admitting that she simply "got over it." Kemp moved on, and Rihanna found lasting love with A$AP Rocky. Still, her time as a WAG left a brief but lasting impression on pop culture.

11. J.Lo and A-Rod

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Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez were an iconic couple in their own right. Their relationship was the perfect combination of sports and entertainment fame, with both stars reaching the top of their respective fields. Their engagement in 2019 seemed like the ultimate fairytale, but by 2021, they split amid rumors of A-Rod's infidelity. Lopez soon rekindled her romance with Ben Affleck, bringing their saga full circle.

12. Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson

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Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson’s relationship has been one of the most dramatic and controversial in recent celebrity history. After welcoming daughter True, the couple's on-again, off-again romance was rocked by multiple cheating scandals involving Thompson. Their final split came after Thompson fathered a child with another woman in 2022, but the couple continues to co-parent their daughter.

13. Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries

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Kim Kardashian’s brief marriage to NBA player Kris Humphries was one of the most infamous celebrity unions of the 2010s. After a whirlwind romance, they married in August 2011, only to divorce just 72 days later. Prior to this, Kardashian’s love life had already made waves, with her on-again, off-again relationship with NFL star Reggie Bush and others. Though Kim’s WAG days are over, her legacy in the realm of celebrity relationships is unforgettable.

14. Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker

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Kendall Jenner, following in her sisters’ footsteps, has had her own fair share of WAG moments. The model and NBA star Devin Booker first sparked rumors in 2020, and while they’ve kept their relationship relatively private, the two have had an on-and-off romance since then. Besides Booker, Jenner has also been linked to several other basketball stars, including Jordan Clarkson and Ben Simmons.

15. Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens

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Perhaps one of the most charming couples, Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens share a love story that started on the dating app Raya during the pandemic. Owens didn’t initially know who Biles was, but the couple quickly became inseparable. They married in 2023 in a destination wedding, and since then, Biles has continued to break records as the greatest gymnast of all time.

16. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship has quickly become the talk of the town, captivating both the sports world and Swift’s massive fanbase. The couple first became the subject of media interest after Kelce, a Kansas City Chiefs tight end, publicly expressed his interest in Swift at one of her concerts. Since then, rumors have swirled about their growing romance, and while they’ve kept things relatively low-key, their relationship is certainly one to watch.