Jake Paul’s fiancée is Dutch Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam, and she’s competing at Milan 2026 right now. The 27-year-old Netherlands champion is racing in back-to-back events today. Who is she, and how did she become the world’s most talked-about Olympic athlete’s partner?
🔥 Quick Facts
- Engagement Date: March 21, 2025 in a tropical location with white flowers and candles
- Relationship Start: Jake Paul slid into her Instagram DMs asking her to appear on his podcast in late 2022
- Olympic Medals: Silver medalist in 1000 meters at 2022 Beijing Olympics, now competing in Milan 2026
- Social Media Reach: Over 5 million Instagram followers and rising during Olympic news cycle
The Instagram DM That Changed Everything
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When Jake Paul messaged Jutta Leerdam on Instagram, she thought he was joking at first. The YouTuber-turned-professional boxer asked if she’d appear on his BS w/ Jake Paul podcast in late 2022. Leerdam later explained, “I thought, ‘What does this guy want from me?’ But he was genuine.” The pair quickly went from podcast guests to dating partners.
They made their relationship official in April 2023, just months after meeting online. What started as a simple DM evolved into one of sports and entertainment’s most surprising power couples. Paul and Leerdam have been documenting their romance on social media ever since, posting anniversary tributes and supporting each other through major career moments.
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Before becoming Jake Paul’s fiancée, Jutta Leerdam was already an elite athlete. The 27-year-old speed skater from the Netherlands started skating at just 11 years old, which is considered late by Dutch skating standards. She abandoned her previous career in field hockey to pursue her individual sport passion. Since turning professional in 2019, she’s won multiple world titles and set records.
Leerdam specializes in sprint events, particularly the 500m and 1000m distances. She claimed her first major title at the 2017 World Junior Championships in Finland. She went on to win gold and silver medals at various World Championships, including 2020 and 2023 World Champion titles in the 1000m. Her breakthrough moment came at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, where she secured the silver medal in the 1000 meters.
An Olympic Power Couple at Milan 2026
Today, February 9, 2026, marks a historic moment as Jutta Leerdam races in the women’s 1000 meters at Milan Cortina. She’s also entered in the 500m event during these Games. Jake Paul arrived in Milan to support his fiancée, sitting in the stands to cheer her on in person. Their engagement came just weeks before the Olympics, cementing their status as sports and entertainment’s newest celebrity couple.
| Athlete Profile | Details |
| Name | Jutta Monica Leerdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Events at Milan 2026 | 500m and 1000m Speed Skating |
| Olympic Record | Silver Medal (2022 Beijing, 1000m) |
“He’s actually a little bit more introverted in real life. You’re more chill. You’re like sweet and genuine and more vulnerable and like emotionally open. I’ve never seen that in a guy.”
— Jutta Leerdam, about Jake Paul during their first podcast appearance
The Private Side of Jake Paul’s Public Persona
Leerdam revealed surprising details about her fiancé when they appeared on his podcast in April 2023. She explained that Jake Paul is “different” on camera versus in private. Away from social media, he’s quieter, more sensitive, and emotionally open. “I’ve never seen a guy that’s so open,” she stated, describing his willingness to show emotions as both manly and beautiful. This vulnerability contrasts sharply with his often-controversial online persona and boxing career antics.
Since their relationship became public, Paul has consistently supported Leerdam through her athletic career. When she crashed at Olympic trials in December 2025, he posted a touching Instagram message: “So proud of you warrior @juttaleerdam.” Their relationship shows the couple thriving in each other’s worlds despite the extreme demands of international athletics and entertainment celebrity.
What’s Next for the Newly Engaged Olympic Star?
The couple announced their engagement on March 21, 2025, with Paul proposing in a picture-perfect tropical setting surrounded by white flowers and candles. “The most magical day of our lives,” they wrote. Leerdam told People, “[Jake is] the most romantic guy in the world. I’m super lucky. It was the best day of my life.” Wedding plans reportedly come after the Olympics conclude.
Will Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam strike Olympic gold together, and what will their next chapter bring?
Sources
- People Magazine – Comprehensive profile of Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam’s relationship and engagement
- USA Today – Live coverage of Jutta Leerdam racing in Milan 2026 Olympics events
- Olympics.com – Official biography and career timeline of Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam
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