Everyone knows Josh Allen for his rocket arm, fearless playing style, and leadership as the face of the Buffalo Bills.
But off the field, the NFL’s 2024 MVP has built something even more meaningful: A life with actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld. The two have become one of the most beloved couples in both sports and entertainment, blending Hollywood glamour with Buffalo grit.
How Did Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld Meet?
Their romance began in secret in May 2023. After Allen’s recent breakup, he and Steinfeld were seen together in New York City, first having dinner together and then spending Memorial Day weekend together. When People revealed that they had been “hanging out for a few weeks” and were “having fun,” rumors swiftly grew.
For two people constantly in the spotlight, their early days together felt refreshingly low-key.
By August 2023, Allen opened up for the first time on the “Pardon My Take” podcast, confirming what fans had already guessed: they were, in fact, together. A year later, in July 2024, Allen made it Instagram official, sharing a carousel of photos captioned “Onward 🤘🏼.” One of those photos showed the two on a cliff overlooking the ocean. What fans didn’t know at the time was that this was the moment he proposed.
In her Beau Society newsletter that December, Steinfeld revealed the sweet story behind the proposal. That morning, she’d jokingly asked, “Can we get married already? What are you waiting for?” not realizing Allen already had the ring. “Little did you know I was about to propose to you,” he later wrote.
Allen admitted he was nervous that day, tearing up at random songs as he thought about what was coming.
From MVP Season to Getting Married, Allen Explains the Support from Steinfeld
The couple exchanged vows in May 2025 at the San Ysidro Ranch in Montecito, California, surrounded by close friends and family. It was a private, heartfelt ceremony, exactly what you’d expect from two people who’ve kept their relationship grounded despite the fame.
Allen has often said that Steinfeld plays a huge role in his success. “She’s been a huge part,” he told the Associated Press. “When I get home, she’s my biggest fan, my biggest supporter.”
Alongside each other, Allen and Steinfeld have developed from intimate meals in New York to sharing an MVP season. Their relationship, which is based on love, respect, and fun, demonstrates that every outstanding athlete has a specific support system back home.