Russell Westbrook may be known for his fire on the basketball court during his time as an Oklahoma City Thunder. But off it, the man just showed the world his softer side. The NBA star and his wife, Nina Westbrook, hit pause on the chaos of everyday life and took their love story to Italy, where they renewed their vows in one seriously romantic ceremony. And let me tell you, it looked straight out of a fairy tale.
The Westbrooks have been doing this marriage thing since August 2015, when they tied the knot at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Ten years, three kids, and moving on from OKC, the two decided it was time to run it back. Only this time, instead of California luxury, it was Portofino magic.
According to TMZ, the couple held their vow renewal aboard a boat in the picturesque Italian city. The setting? Flowers everywhere, a stringed band serenading the moment, and the sparkling water as a backdrop. If Netflix needs a new rom-com location, they should just call up the Westbrooks’ wedding planner.
From Oklahoma City to boats in Italy
Both Russ and Nina were dressed in all white, but each with their own spin on wedding chic. Russ went bold with a shirtless look under his blazer (very on-brand for the king of fashion risks), while Nina stunned in a flowing white dress that was giving major “bridal goals” vibes. And yes, the diamond ring was sparkling right alongside her smile. Fans of Russell were even as happy as they could be for the couple. He just “Does things the right way,” wrote on via X.
Photos and footage from the ceremony showed both of them getting emotional as they poured their hearts out once again. The entire thing screamed love, commitment, and a little bit of Hollywood-level glamour. It was intimate too, just close friends, family, and the kind of atmosphere that money can’t quite buy.
The couple’s journey has been one for the books. From young love to navigating the crazy schedule of an NBA lifestyle, Russ and Nina have stood strong together. They’re not just a power couple; they’re parents to three beautiful kids and proof that even in the world of fame and chaos, real love can stay grounded.
Congratulations Nina and Russell Westbrook
Seeing Russell Westbrook in this moment is refreshing. This is a guy whose name is constantly attached to basketball debates, trade rumors, and hot takes about his on-court play. But in Italy, there were no stats, no critics, no headlines about triple-doubles, just a man who clearly adores his wife.
And let’s be real, this vow renewal feels like the kind of move that makes everyone watching believe in love a little more. The whole thing had a fairytale feel that could rival any celebrity wedding. Flowers blooming, violins playing, waves crashing, it was the perfect setup for Russ and Nina to say “I still do.”
Ten years later, their bond looks stronger than ever. So congrats, again, to the Westbrooks. Here’s to love, longevity, and proving that sometimes, a second “I do” hits even harder than the first.
