Abbie Stockard's love life came to light after being crowned Miss America 2025 when fans discovered her relationship with NBA center Walker Kessler.
Stockard represented Alabama at the Orlando pageant and won the crown over Miss Texas Annette Addo-Yobo.
In addition to being Miss America, Stockard's impressive resume includes a D1 athlete as a cheerleader for Auburn University, where she is studying nursing.
Additionally, Stockard is also dating the third-year Utah Jazz star, whom he met during his time at Auburn.
Kessler began his college career at the University of North Carolina before joining the Tigers as a sophomore, a decision that turned out to be the right decision in more ways than one.
The 23-year-old entered the NBA Draft after two years in the NCAA and was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 22nd pick. Two weeks after being selected, the former Tiger was transferred to Utah, where he remained for his entire career up to that point.
Miss America 2025 winner Abbie Stockard is dating Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler
They both attended Auburn University in Alabama, where Stockard cheers and studies nursing.
Stockard was crowned Miss Alabama over the summer while Kessler cheered her on in person.
After being named Miss Alabama over the summer, Stockard, who shares a birthday with her boyfriend, posted about Kessler on her Instagram.
'To the boy I will share the same birthday with, happy birthday, ride!' Stockard captioned a series of images on July 26: 'You understand me like no other and make me feel like the most special girl ever! I love you!'
Kessler also posted on her birthday, writing 'Happy birthday Abbie! While it's a crazy coincidence that we share the same day, I wouldn't want to share my day with anyone else.'
“You are a truly special girl who never fails to make me smile,” he added. 'Thank you for being so incredibly kind and caring. I love you abbot.'
On Monday, Kessler made a congratulatory post for Stockard after his crowning moment.
The post included Stockard being crowned with her Miss America sash, photos of them from the Miss Alabama pageant, and a video of Kessler watching and reacting to his girlfriend's victory while on tour with Jazz.
'Congratulations Abbie! “I am so proud of you and everything you stand for,” Kessler wrote. 'Your hard work and trust in the Lord has given you this incredible opportunity!
'Use your light to shine on those around you! I love you,' he added.
On their trip to Florida, the Jazz enjoyed back-to-back wins against the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic.
Kessler has started all 28 of the Jazz's appearances this season and is averaging 10.4 points, 11.3 rebounds and 2.5 blocks.