Kaylah Walton
Hailee Steinfeld had a touching moment when Christen Harper, wife of NFL player Jared Goff, revealed her pregnancy news.
In a conversation with PEOPLE before the Super Bowl LIX, Harper disclosed that she was expecting while participating in her 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue photo shoot.
She shared how her body has undergone significant changes, and she feels thankful for the journey.
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“Shooting in a bikini during that time was quite unique,” she reflected. “It was tough, yet an enjoyable experience because I’ll cherish those moments forever.”
“Many celebrate having a noticeable bump, but the journey of feeling different can be tough,” she continued. “I’m grateful I could celebrate and find joy in it.”
A night of emotions
Harper and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff made their pregnancy announcement to Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld on the NFL Honors red carpet.
Hailee was visibly emotional as she congratulated her friends on their wonderful news.
“The NFL Honors have always been a highlight for me, but sharing this news made it even more special,” Harper expressed.
“Keeping such a big secret was challenging, and now it feels great to share and embrace this journey ahead of us,” she added.
“Next year, we’ll have an additional little fan on game days, which will be a delightful distraction from the usual stress,” she concluded.
