Walker Kessler is going to remember this new year forever. The Utah Jazz center witnessed his partner win the Miss America 2025 and his reaction couldn’t be more real.
Kessler is bursting with pride after his girlfriend, Abbie Stockard, was crowned Miss America 2025. The Jazz star shared his heartfelt excitement on social media, congratulating Abbie with a warm message. He recognized the hard work and faith that led her to this incredible moment and couldn’t help but post a video capturing his joyous reaction to her victory.
“Congratulations Abbie! I am so proud of you and everything you stand for. Your hard work and trust in the Lord has awarded you with this incredible opportunity! Use your light to shine on others around you! Love you ❤️” Kessler wrote on Instagram.
Abbie’s win is especially significant, as she becomes the fourth Miss Alabama to earn the prestigious title, and Walker’s support adds an extra layer of warmth to this milestone in her life.
Abbie, who is juggling her studies as a nursing student and her passion for cheerleading, was equally thrilled and grateful for Walker’s support. In her comment on his post, she also acknowledged how meaningful it was for her to have him by her side during such an important moment.
“Walker🥹🥹! I love you❤️ you showing up last night meant the world to me. I’m so thankful for this life journey we get to go on together,” Abbie commented on the same post.
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As she celebrated triumphing over 51 other amazing contestants at the pageant, it was clear that the couple’s bond was as strong as ever. Other contestants, like runner-up Annette Addo-Yobo, also cheered Abbie on.
Walker Kessler And His Relationship With Abbie Stockard Is Getting Attention
Other than some curious Kessler fans, his relationship with the now Miss America Abbie Stockard was a mystery. Now that Stockard has officially been crowned, the couple is creating quite a buzz.
The 22-year-old nursing student from Auburn University is currently dating the starting center for the Utah Jazz Walker Kessler. It seems like a match made in heaven, especially since both share a love for sports and even a birthday! Abbie is not your typical beauty queen. She’s juggling her pageant duties while still hitting the books and cheering for her school.
Walker Kessler has an impressive story of his own. After shining in college basketball at North Carolina, he transitioned to Auburn, where he really made a name for himself before being drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies and then traded to the Jazz. With both of them excelling in their respective fields, Abbie’s new title as Miss America adds to her already remarkable resume.