Chloe Kim's Unexpected NFL Introduction: From EDM Expectations to Football Reality
Olympic snowboarding champion Chloe Kim and Cleveland Browns defensive superstar Myles Garrett have emerged as one of sports' most captivating couples, but their romantic journey began with a genuinely comical misunderstanding. During a recent appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", Kim openly shared the hilarious story of how she initially had no idea who Garrett was when she first saw him play.
The Concert That Never Was: A Case of Mistaken Identity
Kim explained that a mutual friend invited her to a football game, casually mentioning, "Our client's playing." In a classic case of auditory confusion, Kim somehow heard "Martin Garrix" instead of "Myles Garrett." Consequently, she arrived at the stadium fully expecting to enjoy an electrifying EDM performance by the world-famous Dutch DJ.
Instead of witnessing a musical spectacle, Kim found herself watching Garrett dominate on the field during one of the most significant games of his professional career. Completely unaware of football culture, she even cheered for the opposing Los Angeles Rams, patiently anticipating the DJ's appearance at halftime. Meanwhile, Garrett was demonstrating the defensive prowess that would later earn him the prestigious NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.
From Confusion to Connection: Building a Relationship
Kim humorously recalled wondering why the "performer" never took the stage, even joking that the absent DJ "was not great" for failing to show up. Eventually, she realized her mistake and understood she was actually there to watch Myles Garrett's athletic excellence. This initial mix-up eventually led to proper introductions and meaningful conversations between the two athletes.
Their bond strengthened over time, with Garrett becoming a visible and supportive presence at Kim's major competitions, including proudly cheering her on during the Winter Olympics. When asked whether Garrett has attempted snowboarding, Kim smiled and responded, "No. He's not allowed to," acknowledging the Cleveland Browns' understandable preference to keep their All-Pro star safe from potential slope-related injuries.
Addressing Viral Engagement Rumors and AI-Generated Images
Kim also addressed recent engagement speculation sparked by a convincing AI-generated image that went viral online. The fabricated picture depicted Garrett seemingly proposing to her during the Winter Games in Italy, appearing authentic enough that fellow Olympian Lindsey Vonn sent congratulatory messages.
Upon closer inspection, Kim noticed several discrepancies: she was already wearing a ring on her left hand before the "proposal," the outfit didn't match her personal style, and most tellingly, Garrett was wearing sunglasses. "I do not want my man to propose to me with sunglasses on," Kim joked, confirming there is currently no engagement.
What began as a humorous confusion between Martin Garrix and Myles Garrett has clearly evolved into a genuine and special relationship between two elite athletes from vastly different sporting worlds.
