Olympians Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield, who have been dating for about two years, recently got engaged in a romantic proposal captured on Instagram. The couple shared a video of the proposal, where Lyles got down on one knee and asked Bromfield to marry him. The post received congratulatory messages from celebrities and friends, including Lily Collins, Taylor Lautner, and Coco Gauff. The engagement news comes after the couple supported each other at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Lyles won gold and bronze medals while Bromfield competed for Jamaica.
Lyles and Bromfield first met when Bromfield slid into Lyles’ DMs in 2017, but they didn’t start dating until 2022. Initially, their schedules conflicted, preventing them from meeting up. Despite going on a first date in 2018 that didn’t go well, they reconnected later that year in Jamaica. Over the years, they entered into other relationships but always found a way back to each other. When Lyles’ long-term relationship ended, he reached out to Bromfield, and they eventually began dating. Through careful reassessments of their relationship, the couple has been together ever since.
Both Lyles and Bromfield are accomplished athletes, with Bromfield winning a bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Lyles achieving success in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Lyles praised Bromfield’s talents and resilience during an interview, highlighting her achievements and personality traits. Bromfield, who graduated with a law degree from the University of Technology in Kingston, also received accolades from Lyles for her strength and abilities as an athlete. The couple’s friendship of eight years has blossomed into a strong and supportive partnership.
Bromfield has dealt with personal loss, including the passing of family members like her mother in 2021, while continuing to compete at a high level. She credits therapy, which she started at Lyles’ suggestion, with helping her cope with emotional challenges and grief. By seeking therapy, Bromfield found a way to manage her mental health and overcome feelings of survival guilt. With Lyles’ encouragement, she embraced therapy as a tool for healing and personal growth, allowing her to focus on enjoying life and living in the present moment.
The couple’s engagement reflects their deep bond and commitment to each other, rooted in friendship, shared experiences, and mutual support. Their relationship has evolved over time, overcoming obstacles and challenges to reach a place of love and respect. As they continue to pursue their athletic careers and personal goals, Lyles and Bromfield have shown that love, perseverance, and communication are essential in building a strong and lasting partnership. With their engagement marking a new chapter in their lives, the couple is poised to embark on a journey of love, teamwork, and shared dreams as they prepare to walk down the aisle together.
