Travis Hunter’s Fiancée Responds to Backlash After Heisman Ceremony
Travis Hunter’s Fiancée Responds to Backlash After Heisman Ceremony Drama
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Leanna Lenee, fiancée of Colorado Buffaloes star Travis Hunter, has found herself at the center of online controversy once again, following incidents over the weekend. The most notable moment occurred at the 2024 Heisman Trophy ceremony, where Deion Sanders, Hunter’s coach, had to prompt Lenee to stand as Hunter was announced as the winner. While some defended her, others criticized her for not standing sooner, leading to backlash on social media.
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This controversy follows earlier incidents, including a viral video after a Colorado game, where Lenee appeared upset with Hunter despite his strong performance. Fans have questioned her behavior, with some even advising Hunter to get a prenup before marriage. Despite the criticism, both Lenee and Hunter have defended their relationship publicly. Hunter addressed the online comments directly on Instagram, urging fans to stop being too involved in their personal lives, while Lenee posted messages celebrating his success.
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In response to the ongoing scrutiny, Lenee shared a nearly eight-minute TikTok video, which has over 1.7 million views. In the video, she addressed multiple rumors, including claims that Travis wasn’t her type and an argument after the Oklahoma State game. Lenee began the video by expressing frustration with the false narratives online, stating, “I’m tired, emotionally and mentally, of seeing people try to make me out to be a person that I am not.”
One topic she addressed was the claim that she ignored Hunter’s DMs for months, stating, “Her name was in his bio, so I instantly knew he had a partner. I don’t do home wrecking.” She explained that she only responded to Hunter after he was single, clarifying that she supports women and never engages in relationships with men who are in committed ones.
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Lenee also defended her statement about not initially finding Hunter her type, explaining she values character over appearance. “I don’t care about what people look like. I date people for who they are as a person, how they honor God, and how they treat others,” she said. She admitted that Hunter was younger than her and had cheated in the past, but she grew to admire him for the man he became.
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Lastly, Lenee cleared up a misunderstanding after the Oklahoma State game, where fans thought she was upset over Hunter talking to cheerleaders. She revealed that her frustration was actually with security, who didn’t allow family members onto the field.
Despite the online backlash, Lenee and Hunter remain united, with both continuing to celebrate their relationship.
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