Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird have captivated fans’ curiosity as one-half of the inspiring Olympic medalist couple. Known for their achievements in women’s sports, Rapinoe and Bird have built a relationship that is as strong as it is celebrated. While their excellent careers in their respective sports never failed to headline, their seemingly strong bond had intrigued many. Fans are eager to learn if Sue Bird is Megan Rapinoe’s wife.
Here’s a closer look at Rapinoe and Bird’s relationship.
Are Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird together?
Yes, Rapinoe and Bird are still together and their relationship appears strong.
The couple officially put a ring on each other’s finger in 2020. Their engagement news broke out when Bird posted their caption-less proposal picture on Instagram. The image features Rapinoe going down on her knees with a ring near the infinity pool.
While they got engaged in 2020, their love story dates back to 2016’s Summer Olympics. Their paths officially crossed when they were doing NBC press. After their brief meet, the duo reportedly began dating.
The following year, Bird officially came out, introducing Rapinoe as her girlfriend in an ESPNW interview. She said, “I’m gay. Megan’s my girlfriend. … These aren’t secrets to people who know me. I don’t feel like I’ve not lived my life. I think people have this assumption that if you’re not talking about it, you must be hiding it, like it’s this secret. That was never the case for me.” (via Bleacher Report)
Since then, the couple appeared publicly on multiple occasions including the 2020 ESPY Awards and Bird’s jersey retirement ceremony in 2023. The duo had been pretty supportive and appreciative of each other’s careers. For instance, in a previous interview with People, Rapinoe revealed that they are “huge fans of each other.”
The couple have continued to give fans glimpses of their romance through social media of their celebrations, vacations, and life updates. Aside from their sports ventures, they have also launched their production company, A Touch More. Rapinoe and Bird are currently also planning their dream wedding.
