Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and media personality Nessa Diab stunned fans in August 2025 by revealing they have been secretly married “for years.”
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Diab confirmed the long-hidden marriage to TMZ Sports, adding that publications mistakenly referring to her as Kaepernick’s “girlfriend” prompted her July 2025 Instagram clarification: “I’m not Colin’s girlfriend or roommate or whatever — I’m his wife.”
Family Life and Activism
The couple welcomed their first child in 2022 and has been romantically linked since 2015. Together, they founded:
- Know Your Rights Camp: A nonprofit empowering Black and Brown communities through education and legal resources.
- Ra Vision Media: A production company amplifying Black and Brown creatives.
Who Is Nessa Diab?
- Egyptian Roots: Diab’s parents emigrated from Egypt to the U.S. before her birth. Her father arrived with only $200, working multiple jobs (including security) while transferring his academic credentials at UCLA. Her mother, a scientist, took hotel-cleaning work due to being “overqualified” for other roles 1.
- Saudi Arabia Childhood: Diab spent significant time in Saudi Arabia when her father relocated for work. She recalls growing up amid frequent terrorist attacks, living in a guarded compound. “Bombings were so normal… I was making a friendship bracelet during one attack,” she shared on the Guy Code podcast 1.
- Media Career: The UC Davis graduate hosts radio shows and MTV programs, blending social commentary with entertainment.
A Private Union
Despite their public activism, the couple meticulously guarded their marital status. Diab’s revelation underscores their preference for privacy amid high-profile advocacy. Their focus remains on family and social justice, with Diab noting: “Our work speaks louder than labels.”