NFL star Deshaun Watson set to tie the knot with Jilly Anais after six-year love story

NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson and longtime partner Jilly Anais are officially set to wed on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Miami. The wedding date also marks their sixth anniversary as a couple, capping off a journey that began in 2019. The couple has chosen an intimate celebration with family, skipping a traditional wedding party. Their honeymoon destination is the south of France for a romantic two-week escape.Anais revealed the date in a creative Instagram video on June 20, showing the wedding date “7.03.2025” stitched into Watson’s wrist cuffs. The post quickly went viral, generating buzz across NFL and entertainment circles. The caption read, “We’re getting marrieddddddd!” while Watson responded in the comments, “Letsssss GOOOOOO!!” Fans and followers flooded the post with congratulations.The ceremony will be personal and minimalist, with the bride and groom each selecting their brothers as Man of Honor and Best Man. Anais told SI Swimsuit that she’s in the “dreamiest stage” of her life as she prepares for the big day. “I’m just in this bridal glow… I get chills every time I think about it,” she said in the interview. The couple has remained private about other ceremony details.In recent months, Anais has offered glimpses of her pre-wedding journey across social media, from a yellow Ferrari-themed photoshoot to a glamorous bridal shower. Each moment has been carefully curated, reflecting Anais’s flair for fashion and storytelling. She also made headlines during the SI Swimsuit Runway Show 2025 at the W South Beach in Miami. Anais wore a bold leopard-print bikini by Lybethras, walking alongside stars like Olivia Dunne and Camille Kostek.Watson was one of the first to celebrate Anais’s moment, commenting, “My Fiancé da BADDEST! I know yall see it!” The moment further highlighted Anais’s rising profile, with her appearance at Swim Week marking her second year walking for Sports Illustrated. Her look, paired with a bare neckline to spotlight her engagement ring, became one of the show’s most talked-about highlights.The marriage comes at a pivotal time for Watson, who is still recovering from a re-aggravated Achilles injury that required a second surgery. The Cleveland Browns have confirmed he’ll miss a significant portion of the 2025 NFL season. While no firm timeline has been announced, the franchise has stated they are prioritizing long-term recovery.Also read: Steelers rookie QB Will Howard’s sunset kiss with girlfriend Skyler Skoglund melts fans’ heartsFrom private vows to public milestones, Deshaun Watson and Jilly Anais are turning six years of love into a forever story — with the world watching every dazzling step.