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Josh Allen has found his happily ever after with singer Hailee Steinfeld, as the couple announced their engagement on social media after a year of dating and keeping their relationship low-key and out of the public eye. While their love story blossoms, the 28-year-old NFL star’s past relationship with ex-girlfriend Brittany Williams has drawn attention. Brittany made headlines when she claimed on her Instagram Story that a comment she posted, which later went viral, was the result of her account being “hacked.”
Before the 27-year-old singer captured Josh’s heart, the Buffalo Bills quarterback and Brittany shared a long history as childhood friends, according to multiple reports. Learn more about Brittany Williams below.
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Josh Allen and Brittany Williams Knew Each Other Since Childhood
Josh and Brittany have known each other since they were kids in Fresno, California. Their first meeting was a classic moment: a young Josh handed her a baseball from a minor league game happening near his brother’s birthday party.
Brittany Williams Comes from a Football Family
Brittany’s ties to football extend beyond her past relationship with Josh. Her father, Chris Williams, was a linebacker for Fresno State’s football team in the 1990s, according to his LinkedIn profile.
Brittany Williams Was a Cheerleader
Brittany attended Fresno State University, where she was part of the school’s cheerleading squad, as reported by People.
Brittany Williams Has Two Careers
Brittany is both a fashion influencer and a Pilates instructor. She frequently shares outfit inspiration and travel content on social media. She also runs her own online Pilates program, Pilates by Britt.
Brittany Williams Has Moved On
After six years of dating Brittany, Josh is now happily engaged, and Brittany has also moved forward in her own love life. In a now-deleted viral comment, she wrote on Instagram, “Luckily my boyfriend owns a team and doesn’t play for one. Don’t have to be with another brain dead CTE athlete,” responding to a user who joked, “Haven’t found the next pro athlete yet?”
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