NFL
This is Claire: 49ers’ TE George Kittle’s influencer wife
San Francisco team fans are celebrating the popularity of the Kittle couple: George for his football skills and his wife Claire for her success in fashion.
The couple met during their freshman year at the University of Iowa and have been inseparable since they married in 2019. Their love story took an unexpected turn when they eloped after a whirlwind engagement in 2018. During the NFL offseason, They reside in Nashville, Tennessee, where they share their home with their furry companion, a Bernedoodle named Dini.
Claire Kittle is a staunch supporter of her husband’s football career. She admired George’s strength in a heartfelt Instagram post following the 49ers’ loss in the NFC Championship Game on January 30, 2022. In a recent interview, George reminisced about their first encounter in 2012 at the University of Iowa. Despite initial reservations, he approached Claire, sparking a friendship that eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship eight months later.
Claire’s athletic background, highlighted by her high school basketball achievements and collegiate career at the University of Iowa, displays her strong personal character. Claire embraced the challenges despite a knee injury ending her playing days, stating, “Without awful knees, I know I would have accomplished more on the basketball court, but because of the trials my knees brought, I am the strongest person I know.”
The couple’s engagement in 2018 involved a clever plot, with George creating a convincing cover story about an NFL photoshoot. Despite a minor hiccup with a pre-season knee injury, the proposal went off without a hitch, capturing the genuine joy of the moment. Their decision to elope in April 2019 surprised many, but it was made with practicality and spontaneity. In a 2019 blog post, Claire expressed her admiration for those who embraced unconventional weddings and decided to plan their intimate ceremony in just a week.
Fast-forward to April 2023, and the Kittles celebrated their fourth anniversary with a romantic backyard wedding at their Nashville home, bringing a touch of Italy to their special day. Unfortunately, the couple faced hardship when Claire revealed an ectopic pregnancy on Valentine’s Day, 2023, but they leaned on each other and their families for support.
Claire’s fashion ventures
After her college basketball career stopped with a knee injury, Claire continued with her commitment to health and fitness. She also teamed up with clothing companies and designers to make some noise on NFL sidelines. If you watched any NFL games this year, you likely saw the pair together in an ad for Zenni glasses. They have their own exclusive collection of iconic eyewear. In fact, Claire has become known as a bit of a “trendsetter.”
Her journey extends beyond the football field; she ran a personal training business and completed a bikini fitness competition in 2018. Living in Nashville and sharing a love for everything nerdy, the Kittles continue building their life together.
From dressing up as comic book characters for Halloween to mowing a six-hole golf course on their property inspired by the Masters Tournament, the couple’s adventures are as diverse as their interests.
As they navigate life’s highs and lows, George and Claire Kittle exemplify the enduring power of love and companionship. Through football seasons, unexpected challenges, and joyful celebrations, their story continues to inspire those who follow their journey, maybe even winning the Super Bowl title on that route.