Meet Anna Kupp: The High School Sweetheart of Seahawks Star Cooper Kupp
Cooper Kupp and wife Anna Marie in December 2025.
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NEED TO KNOW
- Cooper Kupp and his wife, Anna Marie Kupp, are high school sweethearts.
- The Seattle Seahawks wide receiver married Anna in 2015.
- They have three children: sons Cooper, Cypress, and Solas.
Cooper Kupp, a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks, experienced love at first sight with his wife, Anna Marie Kupp (née Croskrey). The couple married in 2015 and have since welcomed three children. In a conversation with PEOPLE in June 2022, Cooper described Anna as the “absolute warrior” of their family.
“I go in very early in the season and my wife then is taking the brunt of the mornings,” he explained. “Every morning, she’s got the boys, and it’s not like I’m just sleeping in. I’m at work, but she still has to take that on.”
Cooper acknowledged that her support enables him to focus on his career, stating, “The things she allows me to do to pursue being the best version of me as a football player could not be done without her.”
Anna, a regular presence at NFL games, often shares moments with Cooper on social media. Following a significant win over the Los Angeles Rams in December 2025, Anna expressed her pride for Cooper, remarking, “I will never stop being proud of the man that you are.”
In response, Cooper shared, “I love you Anna Marie. Thank you for being my rock. 😘”
### Athletic Background
Cooper Kupp and his wife Anna at Dodger Stadium on May 3, 2022, in Los Angeles.
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Anna, a former college athlete, showcased her talent in basketball, volleyball, track, and cross-country during high school. She competed as a heptathlete at the University of Arkansas and Eastern Washington University. Known for challenging Cooper in the weight room, she has maintained her athleticism and competitive spirit.
“I’d go and do a CrossFit workout with her and she would just run laps around me in these workouts,” Cooper recalled.
In 2022, Anna engaged in a women’s basketball league with fellow NFL wives, where Cooper humorously assisted with the scoreboard, prompting laughter over their lack of proficiency.
### Deep-rooted Romance
Cooper Kupp and Anna Marie Kupp attend the 2022 ESPYs at Dolby Theatre on July 20, 2022, in Hollywood, Calif.
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Cooper and Anna began dating in 2012 during their senior year of high school. Their first meeting was at a track meet, where Anna awarded Cooper a medal. Cooper recalls telling his mother on that day, “I’m going to marry this girl.”
Their relationship faced challenges due to geographic distance while attending separate colleges but they remained committed. By late 2014, they decided to bridge the gap; they got engaged and Anna transferred to Eastern Washington University.
### Support Through College
Cooper Kupp and Anna Kupp.
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During their college years, Anna worked full-time to support both herself and Cooper, ensuring he could concentrate on football and academics. “I supported us monetarily through college,” Anna stated, emphasizing her role in their partnership.
Cooper attributes much of his professional success to Anna’s unwavering sacrifices. “Without a doubt, not only would I not be here without her, but I really believe I may not be in the NFL if it wasn’t for her and what she has inspired in me,” he noted.
### Married Life and Family
Cooper Kupp with wife Anna Marie in 2025.
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The couple exchanged vows on June 20, 2015, at Oakshire Estate in Yakima, with over 400 guests in attendance. Their wedding uniquely featured Cooper’s football helmet during the ceremony, as he carried Anna down the aisle while wearing it.
In a reflection on their youthful marriage decision, Anna shared, “We feel so lucky to have found someone that we love and cherish so much so early.”
### Parenting and Family Life
Cooper Kupp, his wife Anna Marie and their kids in December 2025.
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The couple has three sons: Cooper Jameson Kupp (born July 3, 2018), Cypress Stellar Kupp (born January 17, 2021), and Solas Reign Kupp (born June 2023). They share their parenting journey openly on social media, expressing gratitude for their growing family.
In marking the arrival of June, Cooper wrote, “You are our greatest little blessing Junebug,” and they similarly celebrated Cy’s birth, sharing that they are “filled beyond anything we could ever imagine. God is good.”
In June 2023, the birth of Solas was met with joy, noting that he was welcomed “into his mother’s arms” and that the family feels blessed.
### Support System in Football
Cooper Kupp hugs his wife Anna as they celebrate a win at the NFC Championships at SoFi Stadium on Jan. 30, 2022, in Los Angeles.
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Anna has been a consistent presence supporting Cooper, attending games, reviewing film together, and even sharing treats with teammates. Following the Rams’ Super Bowl victory in 2022, she expressed her excitement, stating: “Tears flowing, heart racing, kind of happiness. Champions of the world!”
Moreover, Anna admires Cooper’s ability to juggle football and fatherhood, expressing her pride in his commitment to both roles.
“I was saying I’m proud of you in all the moments,” she reflected. “I’m proud of you when you wake up at 2 in the morning to go rock our kid, proud of you when you wake up at 4 in the morning to go watch film, and I’m proud of you when you break NFL records.”
### Acknowledging Partnership
Cooper Kupp with his wife Anna Marie in October 2025.
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Acknowledged as the former Super Bowl MVP, Cooper credits Anna prominently for his accomplishments in both life and sports. He attributes her support in areas ranging from nutrition to emotional strength as fundamental to his success.
“It’s hard to put into words,” Cooper admitted. “I just don’t think I can sit here and tell you just off the top of my head and have it do her the justice that she deserves.”
Cooper’s best friend from high school, Austin Wagner, emphasized Anna’s role in Cooper’s journey, stating, “I don’t think there’s a Cooper without what Anna’s done for him,” noting her expectations for excellence have driven Cooper to work harder.
Together, Cooper and Anna share a strong partnership built on love, sacrifice, and mutual support, navigating the challenges and triumphs of family life and professional sports.
