Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo are a perfect couple from Victoria's Secret. However, their relationship faced its fair share of challenges. Levine, the lead singer of Maroon 5, started dating Prinsloo in May 2012. This came right after his breakup with another Victoria's Secret Angel, Anne Vyalitsyna. Despite a brief split in May 2013, Levine and Prinsloo couldn't resist their undeniable bond and got back together less than two months later.
In July 2014, we were the first to report that the couple had gotten married. Since then, Levine and Prinsloo have been blessed with two daughters, Dusty Rose and Gio Grace. Prinsloo revealed in an exclusive interview with Us in December 2018 that Levine is actually stricter than she had anticipated, and she considers herself lucky to have such a hands-on dad. Unfortunately, their relationship faced difficulties after the announcement in September 2022 that they were expecting their third child, when the singer was accused of having a year-long affair with an Instagram model.
Levine refuted the allegations at the time and issued a public apology for engaging in any form of flirtatious conversation with individuals other than his wife. Together with Prinsloo, they continued to progress in their relationship and eventually celebrated the birth of their third child in January 2023.
Keep scrolling to revisit the couple's journey together:
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Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo’s Love Story: A Timeline
Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo are a match made in Victoria’s Secret heaven — but their romance wasn't always easy.
The Maroon 5 singer started dating Prinsloo in May 2012, shortly after ending his relationship with Anne Vyalitsyna, another Victoria's Secret Angel. Although Levine and Prinsloo briefly split in May 2013, their connection was undeniable and they rekindled their romance less than two months later.
In July 2014, we exclusively announced that the couple got married, and soon after, Levine and Prinsloo began their journey of expanding their family with the birth of their daughters, Dusty Rose and Gio Grace. In an exclusive interview with Us in December 2018, Prinsloo revealed, "He's actually stricter than me and I thought I was going to be the strict one. He's a very hands-on dad. It's amazing. I'm fortunate."
In September 2022, Levine and Prinsloo revealed that they were anticipating their third child. However, their relationship faced hardships when the singer was accused of engaging in a year-long affair with an Instagram model.
At the time, Levine refuted the allegations and publicly expressed regret for engaging in any form of flirtatious communication with individuals other than his wife. Despite the challenges, they decided to move past it, and in January 2023, they joyfully welcomed their third baby.
Scroll down to relive the couple’s relationship evolution:
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June 2012
The Maroon 5 singer was spotted kissing Prinsloo in Hawaii two months after his breakup with close friend and fellow VS model Anne Vyalitsyna, as confirmed by us. According to an insider at the time, "Behati always had a crush on Adam, and she was a little jealous of Anne."
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October 2012
The couple matched in stylish black outfits for their inaugural joint appearance at the GQ Gentlemen’s Ball in New York City. Levine elegantly supported Behati, gently placing his right hand on the small of her back, as witnessed by an onlooker who informed Us. Throughout the evening, they exuded warmth and closeness, occasionally snuggling up to each other during dinner.
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May 2013
Us broke news in May 2013 that the former Voice judge had moved on from Prinsloo with Sports Illustrated model Nina Agdal.
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July 2013
Levine and Prinsloo's reconciliation and engagement in July 2013 were confirmed by Us. Following their short separation, Levine discovered his profound love for her and realized she was The One, as confirmed by a source who revealed that they are deeply in love.
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November 2013
The “Maps” singer sat front row and cheered on his bride-to-be as she walked the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York City in November 2013.
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March 2014
Attending Vanity Fair's Oscars party in West Hollywood in March 2014, the couple showed up in style. Levine exuded elegance in a Salvatore Ferragamo tuxedo, complete with slicked-back hair. Prinsloo turned heads in a stunning dark cranberry red dress from Calvin Klein Collection. According to an eyewitness, the pair couldn't keep their hands off each other and seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves.
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April 2014
At the Chanel closing party of the Tribeca Film Festival in NYC in April 2014, the actor from Begin Again was accompanied by Prinsloo. Levine expressed his admiration for the model at the event, stating, "She brings out the best in me. She is truly the most exceptional person in the world."
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June 2014
Levine revealed his engagement story during an appearance on Live! With Kelly & Michael in June 2014. "No matter how confident you are, when you go down on one knee, you still feel a rush of nerves," he expressed. "It was a surreal moment for me. Despite being a self-assured person, the act of proposing completely changed my state of mind. My balance was thrown off, and I even had to switch knees to regain composure."
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July 2014
The lovebirds exchanged vows in Mexico in July 2014, a year after their engagement. With 300 guests in attendance, Jonah Hill, Levine's close friend, officiated the wedding ceremony. Following the festivities, the couple embarked on their honeymoon in South Africa.
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March 2016
In March 2016, Us exclusively confirmed that their first child was on the way for the couple. A source revealed that Levine was ecstatic about the upcoming journey of fatherhood.
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September 2016
Baby girl Levine arrived in September 2016, a rep for the singer confirmed to Us. The couple named their firstborn, Dusty Rose.
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February 2018
The pair welcomed their second child, daughter Gio Grace, in February 2018.
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May 2018
In May 2018, Prinsloo and Dusty Rose appeared in Maroon 5's music video for "Girls Like You." In the video, after featuring prominent women in Hollywood, Levine embraced his family with a warm and loving hug.
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December 2018
In December 2018, the Namibian model expressed her heartfelt admiration for her husband and their family, sharing exclusively with Us, "He cherishes those precious moments spent one-on-one with them, taking Dusty to coffee every morning. He is truly a dedicated and involved father. I am incredibly fortunate to have him in my life."
Prinsloo also hinted at their future plans of expanding their family, stating, "I have a desire for it in the long run. I definitely have a wish to have a boy at some point, but if I am blessed with all girls, I will still be content. I want these two to grow up a bit more and enjoy their time together before considering another child, but I believe there will be more additions to our family in the future."
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March 2019
“40 is not just a number, it's a mark of your greatness,” Prinsloo wrote alongside a tantalizing Instagram picture of her husband on his 40th birthday in March 2019. “Every morning, I find myself falling deeper in love with you....happy birthday to my everything. You are incredibly amazing, @adamlevine.”
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June 2019
The mother of two embraced vulnerability in June 2019 by sharing her personal journey with postpartum depression. She acknowledged Levine's unwavering support during this challenging period, attributing him as her pillar of strength. "After our first baby, there were moments where I felt the grip of postpartum starting to take hold. However, my husband stood by me with unwavering support, pulling me out of the darkness," she revealed to Today at that time. "It's quite common for young and new mothers to experience a sense of helplessness and heightened emotions. I consider myself fortunate to have not encountered an extreme case, but the potential to spiral is always apparent."
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June 2019
The departure of Levine from The Voice after 16 seasons brought a silver lining, as revealed by the Victoria's Secret Angel in June 2019. During an appearance on the Today show, she shared the good news for herself and the kids, stating, "He is currently on tour and looking forward to coming home and finally having some free time. I'm wondering, 'What am I going to do with him?'"
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April 2020
The artist dispelled rumors in April 2020 about him and Prinsloo anticipating their third child, stating on Howard Stern's show, "No, she is not presently pregnant. I believe if I were to propose having another baby now, she would punch me in the f—king face."
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February 2021
"Every day is a day filled with love and happiness when I'm with @adamlevine. He's incredibly cool, so cool, beyond cool!" exclaimed the model, alongside a heartfelt Instagram photo capturing a tender kiss between the pair in February 2021.
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April 2021
The family of four sported matching tie-dye dresses in a sunny April 2021 snap. "Girls just wanna have fun ," Levine teased on Instagram.
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July 2021
The couple joined forces with the Real family, who have been producing Tequila Selecto in Mexico for generations, to introduce their own tequila brand, Calirosa. "I'm thrilled to announce that the moment has finally arrived!" Levine expressed on Instagram. "Calirosa Tequila is not just a collaboration; it serves as a connection between two families with the goal of delivering something truly exceptional to the market, to be cherished for future generations. Cheers!!!!!!!"
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November 2021
Prinsloo revealed to Entertainment Tonight that she and Levine have a desire to expand their family. She explained that they always knew they wanted a second child, but when she had two babies under the age of 2, she was not ready to consider it. However, she reiterated her desire to have five kids in the future. Prinsloo emphasized that they are not making any concrete plans and are letting fate guide their family size. They have a strong desire for a large family and are open to whatever happens.
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December 2021
The lovebirds celebrated their budding tequila business with a trip to Miami.
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September 2022
The couple are expecting their third child, according to multiple reports. Prinsloo confirmed the news later that month, sharing a photo of her baby bump.
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September 2022
Shortly after announcing their pregnancy, a TikTok video by Instagram model Sumner Stroh surfaced, claiming a year-long affair with Levine. Stroh also alleged that he sought permission to name his and Prinsloo's third child after her. Levine, the talented vocalist behind "This Love," refuted the claims, stating to TMZ, "I made a mistake by engaging in flirtatious conversations with someone other than my wife. Although I did not have an affair, I admit to crossing boundaries during a regretful period in my life. In certain instances, my behavior was inappropriate."
Levine added that he has already taken proactive measures to resolve these issues with his spouse. He affirmed that his wife and family are his utmost priority. Acknowledging his own naivety and stupidity in endangering what truly matters to him, he acknowledged it as the biggest mistake he could ever make. He assured that he will never repeat it and fully assumes responsibility. Levine expressed confidence in their ability to overcome this obstacle together. Prinsloo chose not to publicly address the accusations.
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September 2022
One week after the scandal broke, the couple appeared to put on a united front when they were photographed boarding a private plane in Santa Barbara.
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October 2022
As the drama unfolded, Prinsloo observed from the wing of the stage while Maroon 5 took the spotlight once again during Shaquille O'Neal's The Event gala in early October, held in Las Vegas.
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October 2022
According to a source, the aftermath of Levine's cheating scandal has been incredibly difficult for the couple, especially Behati. However, they are actively resolving their problems and are grateful for the forthcoming arrival of their baby.
"Adam is overwhelmed with remorse for the anguish he has caused her," the insider disclosed. "His main focus now is to diligently work on self-improvement and avoid repeating past mistakes. He holds a deep affection for her and is immensely appreciative and fortunate that she remains steadfastly supportive, granting him a precious opportunity to redeem himself."
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October 2022
Amid the aftermath of his infidelity controversy, the pair were seen happily grinning and giggling during a family beach excursion in California alongside their daughters. Photographs released by TMZ captured the couple engaging in intimate moments on the sandy shore before embarking on a leisurely bicycle ride near the water.
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January 2023
People reported that Levine and Prinsloo welcomed their third child.
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March 2023
"We've done it, we've finally ventured out of our abode," Prinsloo wrote as a caption to a collection of Polaroids on Instagram, documenting the couple's rendezvous at the illustrious Vanity Fair Oscar Party. This event was the duo's inaugural public appearance since the arrival of their third bundle of joy.
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March 2023
Adam has completely changed his approach to his marriage, demonstrating a wholehearted commitment to Behati and their family. A trusted source revealed that Adam has acknowledged a significant error in judgment, referencing the widely publicized cheating scandal in 2022. Furthermore, he has consistently placed his relationship with Prinsloo as a top priority and has dedicated attention to his personal well-being.
"They are investing more in meaningful moments together, enjoying date nights sans children and having exclusive girls-only gatherings for Behati," the source revealed. "Additionally, Adam has recommitted himself to foundational practices such as yoga and meditation, realigning his priorities. ... Without a doubt, they have successfully reestablished their strong bond as a couple."