While Colin Kaepernick has yet to secure a spot on an NFL roster for the 2025 season, the former 49ers quarterback is being celebrated widely—not for his athletic career, but for a significant moment in his personal life.
Kaepernick, best known for leading the 49ers to a Super Bowl appearance in 2012 and setting a postseason rushing record against the Packers, has been out of the NFL since 2016. During his career, he amassed over 12,000 passing yards, 2,300 rushing yards, and scored 85 total touchdowns.
Off the field, Kaepernick has shared a long-term relationship with media personality Nessa Diab, which began in 2015. The couple welcomed their first child in August 2022, with Diab sharing the heartfelt moment on Instagram, stating:
A few weeks ago, Colin and I welcomed our beautiful baby into the world, and we couldn’t be happier as our family grows,” shared Nessa Diab.
In a surprising update, Diab revealed recently that she and Kaepernick have been secretly married for years, a detail that had previously gone unnoticed by fans and media alike. During a July video, she subtly announced:
“Let me be clear — I’m not just Colin’s partner or roommate… I’m his wife,” Diab revealed in a recent video.
The announcement sparked a wave of warm wishes and heartfelt congratulations from fans and celebrities across social media. Sports content creator Dov Kleiman shared on X (formerly Twitter):
“Congrats! Former 49ers star QB Colin Kaepernick got married to his longtime girlfriend, TV host Nessa… Colin still trains every day to make his NFL return.”
Fans added their support:
“Congratulations to the Kaepernicks!”
“Now how about a contract with the UFL?”
“Good for him.”
With their relationship now public, Kaepernick and Diab are free to embrace their married life openly while raising their child — and for Kaepernick, possibly continuing to pursue his dream of returning to professional football.
