Sydney Warner (née Hightower) immediately caught Fred Warner’s eye after her early elimination from The Bachelor.
“He actually sent me an emoji [because] he didn’t think I was gonna respond and that’s why he got really casual, but it was sweet,” Sydney — who briefly competed on Peter Weber’s season of The Bachelor in 2020 — exclusively told Us Weekly in January 2022 of meeting the professional football player.
Fred, who plays linebacker on the San Francisco 49ers, popped the question in May 2021. The twosome wed one year later in June 2022 — with several of her Bachelor Nation pals in attendance.
“I’ll never be able to express into words the magic of June 25th. The love and support that filled those walls was inescapable,” Sydney wrote via Instagram one month later. “I am still in awe that I get to be this incredible man’s wife and love him for the rest of our days. We will cherish these photos & memories endlessly.”
The couple announced Sydney’s pregnancy in October 2023, and she gave birth nearly one month after Fred played in Super Bowl LVIII in February 2024.
Scroll below to see Fred and Sydney’s complete relationship timeline:
2020
After the former retail marketing manager was sent packing by Weber on The Bachelor season 24, she sparked a social media connection with Fred.
May 2021
The professional athlete proposed on May 15. “It’s you & me,” Sydney captioned an Instagram pic from their engagement.
August 2021
Three months after getting engaged, Sydney and Fred were all smiles on the Levi’s Stadium field after a 49ers game.
April 2022
“Faithful to loving you 🖤 and the BAY AREAAAAAA,” she wrote via Instagram, supporting her man’s team location.
June 2022
Sydney and Fred tied the knot on June 25 in California.
June 2022
They snapped a beach selfie doing their honeymoon.
August 2022
The BYU alum wrapped his arms around his wife during a date night.
November 2022
“Feliz cumpleaños mi amor 🤍 To be able to celebrate you today and every year for the rest of our days is a blessing,” Sydney captioned an Instagram tribute. “I love you now, I love you tomorrow and I love you forever 🤍.”
January 2023
The married couple shared a kiss as they traveled to Philadelphia for the NFC Championship.
October 2023
“The past several months we have experienced the most precious moments of our lives. Every weekly milestone and new development has been indescribable…the best is yet to come!” Sydney captioned her pregnancy reveal. “Baby Warner arriving March 2024 🤍.”
January 2024
“We’re headed to the SUPERBOWL!” Sydney captioned an Instagram slideshow of photos from the NFC Championship, one of which featured Fred touching Sydney’s baby bump on the field after the game. “Making memories this year that will last a lifetime. Our son will see these photos one day and know he was in my belly when daddy won the NFC Championship 🥹 We are blessed. So proud of you #54 ♥️.”
February 2024
Sydney gave her husband a hug and a kiss on the field prior to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. She was on hand to watch Fred and the 49ers play against the Kansas City Chiefs.
March 2024
The couple welcomed their first baby, Beau Anthony, via C-section. “Sydney’s surgery went well. He’s a healthy boy! We’re over the moon and can’t wait to get home from the hospital and start our new life,” read a statement to People.
July 2024
Beau made his inaugural trip to see his father Fred on the football field.
“1st day visiting dad at work 🥰,” Sydney captioned a photo shared via Instagram of the trio at 49ers training camp.
In another photo, Beau was seen meeting wide receiver Deebo Samuel’s son, Tyshun, who was born in December 2021.
November 2024
Sydney celebrated Fred’s 28th birthday with a big group of family and friends and some backyard hibachi.
“Best birthday ever,” Fred commented on Sydney’s video from the festivities. “Thank you LOML❤️.”
December 2024
In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly, Sydney revealed that she and Fred were gearing up for a hectic holiday season.
“There’s always a lot of people around during this time of year,” Sydney told Us in a story published December 11. “It’s so busy with football. I knew I was going to be hosting and having people over, with watch parties and excitement for the games.”
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