Russell Wilson is opening up about the foundation of his decade-long marriage to singer-songwriter Ciara, attributing their sustained success to faith and family values.
Speaking at Fanatics Fest in New York City, the former Super Bowl champion revealed that their relationship thrives on a straightforward philosophy. “A lot of praying and just a lot of love,” Wilson said when asked about the secret to their longevity.
The couple recently celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with a high-profile tropical vacation in St. Barts, marking a decade since they tied the knot in an English castle in 2016. The milestone comes at a time of significant transition for the 37-year-old athlete. After a prolific 14-season career in the NFL, Wilson recently announced his retirement from professional football. He is currently preparing to transition into a prominent broadcasting role joining the cast of “The NFL Today” on CBS.
Throughout these professional shifts, Wilson said his focus remains on his household. The couple shares a blended family of four children: daughter Sienna, son Win, daughter Amora, and Ciara’s eldest son, Future Zahir. Despite the busy schedule of a growing family, Wilson joked that he is open to further expanding their brood. “We have four amazing kids,” Wilson said. “I’m trying to see if she’ll let me have a fifth.”
Ciara also marked the 10-year anniversary with a public tribute on social media, sharing footage of the couple’s celebratory beach getaway and a video of her practicing her golf swing on a yacht. In her post, she reflected on a decade of “laughing, dancing, dating, and praying,” affirming she would choose to marry him all over again.
The couple is also making moves in the real estate market, recently relisting their custom-built estate in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif., for $45 million. The property, which was initially priced $10 million higher, serves as another anchor in what Wilson describes as an “amazing” decade of partnership. As Wilson moves from the field to the studio, he maintains that his wife’s support has been a constant.
Ciara has been vocal in celebrating his new chapter at CBS, reinforcing the “team” mentality that Wilson said is central to their personal lives.