Former NFL tight end Aaron Hernandez has ignited discussions on social media following the release of American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez, produced by FX. The series focuses on Hernandez’s rise and downfall in the world of sports after he was convicted of the murder of Odin Lloyd, a semi-professional football player. Although Aaron Hernandez passed away in 2017, internet users remain curious about his fiancée, and their children.
Who is Aaron Hernandez’s fiancee?
Former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez was engaged to his high school sweetheart and insurance broker, Shayanna Jenkins.
In addition to her work in insurance, Jenkins is an event planner and the owner of a business called Mommy and Me. The bio of the business’s Instagram reads, “Just two moms being creative! Catering to all your event needs and more. Specializing in kids’ events.”
How many kids do Aaron Hernandez and Shayanna Jenkins have?
As reported by People Magazine, Aaron Hernandez and Shayanna Jenkins share one daughter, Avielle, who was born in November 2012. After Hernandez’s death in 2017, Jenkins gave birth to her second daughter, Giselle, in June 2018. However, Giselle is not Hernandez’s biological child.
Aaron Hernandez and Shayanna Jenkins’ relationship history
Reports state that Aaron Hernandez and Shayanna Jenkins first met in elementary school. They parted ways when Hernandez attended the University of Florida but reconnected in 2010 after the New England Patriots drafted him. Hernandez proposed to Jenkins in 2012, as they were expecting their first child, Avielle.
In 2013, authorities charged Hernandez with the murder of Odin Lloyd, who was dating Jenkins’ sister. Jenkins supported Hernandez throughout the trial and testified in court. Despite their engagement, the couple never married before Hernandez’s death.
Every year on April 19, the anniversary of Hernandez’s death, Jenkins posts tributes to him on Instagram. This year, she wrote, “You are truly loved & missed.”