Riley Leonard and his girlfriend Molly Walding have been dating for several years, sparking fan curiosity around their relationship. Most recently, the Notre Dame’s quarterback’s team secured a win over Indiana Hoosiers 27-17 in the first round of playoffs. Following this, Walding was quick to post about his victory and their growing relationship. Since then, many have become invested in their love life. Here are all the details.
Are Riley Leonard and Molly Walding dating?
Yes, Leonard and Walding have been dating for seven years.
Their love story began when they attended Fairhope High School, where Leonard was a football player and Walding was a cheerleader. After finishing school, the two went on different paths, studying at different institutions. During these years, the NFL quarterback went to Duke University whereas Walding went to Auburn.
However, they made their long-distance relationship work by being in contact and visiting often, with the two sometimes sharing glimpses into their romance on social media. Their bond appears to continue to grow after almost seven years. Last month, the couple also hit another milestone in their relationship when they announced being engaged on their social media.
Most recently, Walding took to her Instagram handle to congratulate Leonard on his team’s triumph and reflect on their long-term relationship. She shared an adorable video, showcasing his career and their special moments. Her caption read, “Celebrating an Irish win and celebrating 7 years of us!!!!!! I couldn’t be more thankful for you @riley.jleonard.”
According to Walding’s LinkedIn profile, she is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations. She is at present a student recruiter at Auburn University. Moreover, she boasts a wide range of experience in different fields like recruitment, graphic design, sales, social media, and PR. Previously, she has worked part-time as a sales employee for Christina Lynn and as a Recruitment Chair for Chi Omega – Alpha Beta Chapter.
