It’s hard to imagine that two-time NBA MVP Steph Curry faced an awkward moment when he first attempted to kiss his now-wife, Ayesha Curry. During a casual hangout with his former youth group friend, he leaned in for a kiss only to have her duck away. Fortunately, as Ayesha recalled to E! News’ Jason Kennedy in October 2017, “We had a do-over!”
A Romance Blossoms
This sweet moment marked the beginning of a love story that would culminate in a proposal at the very spot where they shared that initial kiss—in his parents’ driveway back in Charlotte. Steph fondly recounted the experience, saying it felt “like The Notebook.”
Building a Family and Career
Fast-forward to 2011, shortly after tying the knot, and Ayesha found herself expecting their first child, the adorable future press conference favorite Riley. At that time, she was concerned about striking a balance between motherhood and her professional aspirations. However, over a decade later, Ayesha has successfully carved out her own identity beyond being a basketball wife.
Ayesha’s Expanding Empire
Today, Ayesha is a multi-faceted personality with a diverse portfolio that includes being a cookbook author, a Food Network star, a model, and a philanthropist. In raising her family, which includes daughter Ryan, born in 2015, and sons Canon and Caius, who joined the family in 2018 and 2024 respectively, she has proven that she can thrive professionally while managing the demands of motherhood.
Redefining Roles
In a strong statement about her multifaceted identity, Ayesha has shunned the label of “basketball wife.” As she insightfully pointed out during an interview with ABC News, “I mean, I don’t think my husband would call himself ‘chef’s wife.'” This distinction emphasizes her commitment to being recognized for her own accomplishments rather than just her relationship with Steph.
