Inside the Glamorous Lives of MLB Players' Partners: From Kate Upton to Hannah Jeter and Beyond

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Get ready! Major League Baseball athletes have managed to charm celebrities like Kate Upton, Hannah Jeter (formerly known as Hannah Davis), and JoAnna Garcia Swisher throughout the years.

Before her husband, Nick Swisher, was drafted in 2002 by the Oakland Athletics, Garcia had already established herself as an actress for over ten years. Two years after being drafted, Swisher made his MLB debut with the Oakland As, showcasing his skills both in the outfield and at first base.

Following two trades, first to the Chicago White Sox and then to the New York Yankees, the athlete married the Reba alum in 2010 after six years in the league. (He later played for the Cleveland Indians and the Atlanta Braves before retiring in 2015.)

"He displayed unwavering consistency and a strong determination to prove himself. He made it clear that he did not want to be seen as a typical athlete," JoAnna revealed exclusively to We in February 2018 as she reminisced about how she fell in love with her husband. "His honesty was refreshing. He assured me that he had no interest in dating anyone else, and that he would consistently remind me of his commitment. That really resonated with me, showing his true dedication."

The duo, who have two daughters together, were introduced by a mutual friend. Despite not initially being attracted to someone in his profession, the Astronaut Wives Club alum quickly realized the appeal of her now partner. Meeting him for the first time at a baseball game where he was playing against the Mets, she was struck by his refreshing personality and kindness. He lived up to her expectations and turned out to be exactly the person she had imagined him to be - a genuine and kind-hearted individual.

It seems that both Upton and Jeter have been equally fortunate in finding their happily ever afters. Upton found hers in Justin Verlander, while Jeter found his in Derek Jeter.

Upton's relationship with the pitcher garnered major attention in November 2017 when Verlander triumphed in the World Series and tied the knot with the Sports Illustrated model in the same month.

"I was aware that she was making a change, but I had no idea what it was," Verlander revealed exclusively to Us in March 2018, recalling his wife's stunning and seductive "late night" wedding dress designed by Christy Rilling Studio. "The moment I laid eyes on her in that gown, I knew it was time to go. The wedding was complete!"

Eight months later, their first child, a baby girl, was joyfully welcomed by the couple. When Us interviewed Verlander in March 2019, he couldn't contain his admiration for Upton's journey into motherhood.

"She has been an incredible woman and mother," he expressed. "I always knew she would serve as a wonderful role model for our daughter, regardless of the circumstances. It's her character that I fell in love with, the same character I've always admired for its resilience."

Scroll down to see which celebrities have romanced baseball players over the years:

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Celebrity Wives and Girlfriends of MLB Players Past and Present: Kate Upton, Hannah Jeter and More

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Get ready! Major League Baseball athletes have charmed a number of A-listers throughout the years, including Kate Upton, Hannah Jeter (formerly Davis), and JoAnna Garcia Swisher.

Garcia had already established herself as an actress for over ten years when her now-husband, Nick Swisher, was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 2002 draft. In 2004, Swisher made his highly anticipated debut with the Oakland A's, showcasing his skills in both the outfield and first base positions.

After being involved in two trades, first to the Chicago White Sox and then to the New York Yankees, the athlete got married to the Reba alum in 2010, marking six years in the league. (He eventually played for the Cleveland Indians and the Atlanta Braves before retiring in 2015.)

"He displayed remarkable consistency and had an unwavering desire to prove himself. He made it clear that he didn't want to be seen as a stereotypical athlete," JoAnna exclusively revealed to We in February 2018, reminiscing about how she fell in love with her husband. "He was incredibly honest about that. He let me know that I was the only one he wanted to be with, and he would constantly remind me of that until I believed it. That really resonated with me; he was truly committed to making our relationship work."

The duo, who have two daughters together, were introduced by a mutual friend. "Initially, I didn't consider dating someone from his profession. It wasn't something that excited me," recalled the Astronaut Wives Club alum. "However, from the moment I met him at his baseball game against the Mets, I was immediately drawn to his refreshing and kind personality." She added, "He surpassed my expectations and proved to be exactly what people envision him to be. He is genuinely a good person."

Both models Upton and Jeter seem to have found their happily ever afters with Justin Verlander and Derek Jeter, respectively, indicating their equal fortune.

Upton's love affair with the pitcher grabbed attention in November 2017 when Verlander emerged victorious in the World Series and tied the knot with the renowned Sport's Illustrated model, all within the same month.

"I was aware that she was planning something, but I had no idea what it would be," Verlander confided exclusively to Us in March 2018, reflecting on his wife's striking and provocative "late night" bridal attire designed by Christy Rilling Studio. "The moment I laid eyes on her in that gown, I knew it was time to leave. The wedding was officially over!"

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After eight months, the couple joyfully embraced the arrival of their first child, a precious baby girl. In a March 2019 interview with Us, Verlander couldn't contain his admiration for Upton's seamless transition into motherhood.

"She has been an extraordinary woman and mother," he expressed. "I always knew she would be an incredible role model for our daughter, regardless of the circumstances. It's a testament to her character, the person I married. I have always been in awe of her resilience."

Scroll down to see which celebrities have romanced baseball players over the years:

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Vanessa Hudgens

Dating rumors between the High School Musical star and Cole Tucker were first sparked in November 2020. The actress and the Pittsburgh Pirates player made their relationship Instagram official in February 2021. In December 2022, the couple quietly got engaged.

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Hannah Jeter

The model, who tied the knot with Derek in 2016, just two years after he retired from his role as an infielder for the New York Yankees, has happily welcomed three daughters into their life. Bella Raine, Story Grey, and River Rose were born in 2014, 2019, and 2021, respectively. Adding to their growing family, in May 2023, the retired athlete proudly announced the arrival of their fourth child, a son named Kaius Green.

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Kate Upton

Days following their triumphant victory in the 2017 World Series alongside the Houston Astros, Verlander and the model ceremoniously tied the knot in Italy. Fast forward one year, and the couple joyfully greeted their precious bundle of joy, daughter Genevieve, in November 2018.

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Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez, also known as the "Jenny From the Block" singer, ended her engagement with former New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez in April 2021. They had been in a relationship since 2017 and Rodriguez proposed in 2019.

Before his relationship with Lopez, Rodriguez had dated several A-Listers such as Kate Hudson and Cameron Diaz. He was previously married to Cynthia Scurtis for six years before they separated in 2008. They have two daughters named Natasha and Ella, born in 2004 and 2008 respectively.

Lopez, on her end, was previously married to Marc Anthony for a duration of seven years before their separation in 2011. They are the parents of twins Emme and Max, who were born in 2008. Following her breakup from Rodriguez, the acclaimed star of "Hustlers" reignited her romance from the early 2000s with Ben Affleck. The couple became engaged in April 2022 and exchanged vows that summer.

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JoAnna Garcia Swisher

The Sweet Magnolias star and the former Atlanta Braves outfielder got married in 2010. In 2013, they became proud parents to their first daughter, Emerson. Three years later, their second child, daughter Sailor, was born.

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Misty May-Treanor

The retired Dodgers player Matt Treanor has been married to the three-time Olympic gold medalist since November 2004. The couple, who are both athletic, have three daughters together: Malia, who was born in June 2014, and twin girls Mele and Mia, who were born in November 2017.

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Jaime Edmondson

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The reality star, known for her participation in seasons 14 and 18 of The Amazing Race, tied the knot with Evan Longoria, a professional baseball player for the San Francisco Giants, in 2015. Edmondson and the third baseman are proud parents to three children: Elle, born in 2013, Nash, born in 2014, and Lou, born in 2021.

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Halle Berry

The actress who portrayed Catwoman concluded her divorce from former Atlanta Braves player David Justice in 1997, ending their four-year marriage. Following this, she entered into a marriage with Eric Benét, which lasted from 2001 to 2005.

In a relationship with Gabriel Aubry for five years, Berry became a mother to their daughter Nahla in 2008 before their separation in 2010. Subsequently, she married Olivier Martinez, but their union ended in 2016. Together, they have a son named Maceo, born in October 2013. Currently, Berry is in a romantic relationship with musician Van Hunt, beginning in the summer of 2020.

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Mia Hamm

The dual Olympic champion tied the knot with baseball shortstop Nomar Garciaparra in 2003. The ex-football prodigy and the retired baseball athlete joyously embraced the arrival of twin daughters, Ava and Grace, in 2007. Their family grew further in 2012 when Hamm delivered her son Garrett.

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Marilyn Monroe

The renowned actress from "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" tied the knot with baseball legend Joe Dimaggio of the New York Yankees in January 1954, following more than a year of courtship. Unfortunately, their union was not meant to last, as they officially divorced a mere nine months later. Despite their separation, the former couple remained close companions until Monroe's tragic demise in 1962. Notably, it was Dimaggio who took charge of organizing her funeral arrangements. In the years that followed, the baseball icon himself passed away in 1999.