Don’t mess with Travis Hunter’s girl, or Angel Reese will come after you
The WNBA star stepped up to defend Travis Hunter’s fiancée, Leanna Lenee, after she became the subject of intense online scrutiny.
What happened at the Heisman Trophy ceremony?
The controversy began following the Heisman Trophy ceremony on Saturday, where Hunter won the prestigious award, but Lenee’s actions quickly went viral.
While Hunter made headlines for his Heisman win, Lenee sparked backlash for not standing when her fiancé received the honor.
Fans took to social media, criticizing her behavior, with some even speculating about her intentions and future with the athlete.
One fan expressed concerns, suggesting that Lenee’s actions were driven by financial gain, predicting she might leave Hunter after having a child to collect child support.
However, Lenee’s supporters pointed out that there could have been other reasons for her not standing at the moment, including a gesture from Deion Sanders, who patted her shoulder before Hunter reached her.
Lenee, who is now engaged to Hunter, responded to the criticism on Instagram, posting, “They mad, make them madder!!!” alongside pictures from the ceremony.
Angel Reese calls out Heisman Trophy drama
In the midst of the controversy, Angel Reese, known for her candid opinions, came to Lenee’s defense.
Reese posted a message on social media urging fans to stop judging the couple.
“Leave that girl alone & let them be happy damn!” she wrote, adding, “I don’t know that boy at all. I’m just supporting another athlete but why do y’all care so much? AGAIN, they are happy. Yall wanna be internet relationship experts so bad. This is why we want to keep things private cause yall always gonna try to find SOMETHING.”
Reese’s message highlights the pressure athletes and their loved ones face in the public eye, particularly in the age of social media.
The debate surrounding Lenee’s actions shows how quickly personal moments can become the subject of intense public scrutiny.
Still, Reese’s words remind everyone to focus on what truly matters: the happiness of those involved.
As for Hunter, who is projected to be a top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, he has consistently expressed his gratitude toward Lenee and his family.
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In his Heisman acceptance speech, he thanked his fiancée and mother for their unwavering support through his career’s challenges.
“They’ve been with me since the first time I had surgery… they never took a step away from me,” Hunter shared, emphasizing the importance of the people closest to him.
