T.J. Watt’s Wife Dani Is Pregnant and Expecting the Couple’s First Baby
The NFL star and the former soccer player — who married in Mexico in 2022 — shared the happy news on Instagram on Sunday, Sept. 1
T.J. Watt and his wife Dani Watt are having a baby!
On Sunday, Sept. 1, the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker, 29, and the former soccer player, 26, announced in an Instagram post that Dani is pregnant and expecting their first child.
The couple shared a carousel of photos showing them posing inside a home while wearing coordinating outfits — white T-shirts and blue jeans. Dani’s crop top showed off her growing baby bump.
“February 2025 👣❤️,” they captioned the set of photos, in which they also showed off ultrasound images. In one sweet snapshot, they posed with their dog behind them while they sat on the steps with big smiles.
“We can’t wait to meet you baby,” Dani wrote in her Instagram Stories on Sept. 1, underneath a photo from the shoot.
T.J. and Dani tied the knot in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, in July 2022 after dating for six years. Per posts on Instagram, guests enjoyed ocean views and watched the couple share a sweet moment on the dance floor during their reception. Their initials were projected in a shadow at the outdoor venue.
Reflecting on their wedding day on Instagram in 2022, Dani said she never thought she would meet someone for whom she would want to change her last name.
“When I was a little girl I never thought I’d find someone special enough to ever change my last name,” she captioned a photo. “But I found him and couldn’t be happier to share a name with the man of my dreams🤍Rhodes ➡️ Watt.”
T.J. and Dani Watt.
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T.J. is the youngest of the Watts brothers, a famous trio in the NFL. He is already an uncle to his brother J.J.’s son Koa James, whom he welcomed with his soccer pro wife Kealia Ohai Watt on Oct. 23, 2022.
T.J.’s older brother Derek also has a son, Logan James, whom he welcomed with his wife Gabriella Justin on Feb. 17, 2019. Their second son, Brayden George Watt, arrived on Dec. 9, 2020.
**T.J. Watt and Wife Dani Welcome Their First Child, a Baby Boy**
In heartwarming news for Pittsburgh Steelers fans and the Watt family, NFL star T.J. Watt and his wife Dani have announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy. The couple, who first shared the exciting news of their pregnancy in September 2024, welcomed their son in February 2025. Their journey to parenthood has been one filled with joy, love, and excitement, a sentiment they shared with their followers through personal glimpses on social media.
**A Celebratory Announcement: Growing the Watt Family
T.J. Watt, 29, the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker, and his wife, Dani Watt, 26, who is a former soccer player, shared the news of their pregnancy in early September 2024 through a heartwarming Instagram post. The announcement, complete with a set of charming photos, showed the couple posing at home in coordinated white T-shirts and blue jeans, while Dani proudly displayed her growing baby bump. Accompanying the images were ultrasound photos and a caption that read “February 2025 👣❤️,” symbolizing their anticipation for the little one.
The photos also included a sweet moment with their dog, adding an extra layer of warmth to the occasion. The couple, married since July 2022, were visibly overjoyed, and their smiles spoke of the excitement to meet their baby boy. “We can’t wait to meet you baby,” Dani wrote in her Instagram Stories at the time, sharing her happiness with the world.
A Love Story Six Years in the Making
T.J. Watt and Dani Watt’s journey as a couple spans over six years. The two tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, in July 2022, after years of dating. Their wedding, which took place against the stunning backdrop of the ocean, was filled with cherished moments shared with family and friends. The couple danced the night away with the initials “D & T” projected at the outdoor venue.
Dani, formerly known as Dani Rhodes, reflected on the significance of her wedding day in an Instagram post, expressing how she never thought she’d meet someone special enough to change her last name. “But I found him and couldn’t be happier to share a name with the man of my dreams🤍Rhodes ➡️ Watt,” she wrote, capturing the depth of her love and commitment to T.J.
Since their wedding, the couple has continued to embrace their life together, and the arrival of their baby boy marks a new chapter for them as a family.
The Arrival of Their Son
The moment T.J. and Dani had eagerly awaited finally arrived in February 2025, as they welcomed their baby boy into the world. While the couple has yet to reveal the name of their newborn, the announcement of their son’s arrival was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans, fellow athletes, and family members alike. The Watts are known for their tight-knit family, and their baby boy adds another member to this celebrated NFL dynasty.
For T.J., this milestone is especially meaningful as he follows in the footsteps of his brothers J.J. and Derek Watt, both of whom have children of their own. T.J. is the youngest of the famous Watt brothers, who have each carved out successful careers in the NFL. His brother J.J., a former defensive end for the Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans, and his wife Kealia Ohai Watt, welcomed their son Koa James in October 2022. Derek Watt, also a former Pittsburgh Steeler, has two sons, Logan James, born in February 2019, and Brayden George, born in December 2020, with his wife Gabriella Justin.
With the birth of their son, T.J. and Dani join the growing ranks of Watt parents, and their baby boy will undoubtedly be surrounded by love, family, and a deep-rooted football tradition.
A New Chapter for the Watts
As T.J. and Dani embark on their new journey as parents, the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker’s focus will likely be split between his responsibilities on the field and at home. Known for his dedication and work ethic, T.J. has established himself as one of the premier linebackers in the NFL, and his role as a father will only add to the fulfillment in his life off the field.
For Dani, a former soccer star, her life will also shift as she takes on the role of motherhood. Both T.J. and Dani have expressed their joy in becoming parents, and this new chapter will be filled with many firsts as they navigate the joys and challenges of raising a child.
The couple’s fans, along with the extended Watt family, are sure to be delighted by the news of their baby boy’s arrival. As the world awaits further updates and photos of their newborn, T.J. and Dani can enjoy the sweet moments of bonding with their son as they settle into life as a family of three.
