Terrell Owens is a former professional American football player regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers of all time.
He was selected to six Pro Bowls during his career, and played for five different teams ultimately earning his place in the football Hall of fame. But hey, with all that success and charisma, you gotta wonder —is there a Mrs. Owens in the mix?
In this article, we peek into all the rumors, gossip, and facts surrounding Terrell Owens’ marital status, from past relationships to current flings.
Is Terrell Owens Married?
Terrell Owens is not married at the moment, though this has not always been the case. In 2014, news of the NFL player’s secret wedding hit the tabloids, but before fans could digest the info, divorce was already in the air. Terrell Owens’ quickie marriage to postal worker Rachel Snider was over just as quickly as it began. Next thing we knew, Snider had moved out of the couple’s home and was already filing for separation three days later. So what exactly happened in Terrell Owens’ marriage?
According to Snider’s claims, Owens only married her for money, using her to get a loan for a $2 million house in Sherman Oaks, California. Later that year, the two had a Twitter feud where they argued about Owens appearing on Celebrity Wife Swap. In the end, they were unable to resolve their differences, and the divorce settlement was finalized in December 2016. Owens told TMZ at the time: “Not to be mean or negative, but I’m honestly glad it’s over with. I learned my lesson and my life is in a much happier place right now.”
Who is Terrell Owens? A Brief Biography
Born on December 7, 1973, in Alexander City, Alabama, Terrell Eldorado Owens had a rough and complicated childhood. At the tender age of 10, he discovered that his next-door neighbor was his father. Nevertheless, he was raised by his mother and grandmother and grew up appreciating football. Attending Benjamin Russell High, Owens participated in football, baseball, track, and basketball.
He continued on the same path while enrolled at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He played in the 1995 NCAA basketball tournament and became a starter during his sophomore year, scoring eight touchdowns and three touchdowns during his junior year.
After his senior year, Owens was selected in the third round of the 1996 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers and was a member of the team for seven seasons until he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2004.
Since then, he has signed with three other teams, including the Dallas Cowboys, the Buffalo Bills, and the Cincinnati Bengals, amassing 15,934 receiving yards and 153 receiving touchdowns on 1,078 catches.
His success was incredible, ranking second in NFL history in career receiving yards and receiving touchdowns. In popular culture, Owens is known for his flashy touchdown celebrations and dance routines. However, despite earning a sizable income from professional football, Terrell Owens suffered many setbacks due to poor financial decisions.
Terrell Owens’ Dating History
Terrell Owens has a long list of star-studded ex-partners. While not much is known about these relationships, we have provided pictures taken during their time together.
1. Vivica Fox (1996-1997)
2. Felisha Terrell (2004 – 2006).
3. Sanaa Lathan (2006)
4. Candace Cabrera (2006 – 2007)
5. Serinda Swan (2008)
6. Lisa Leslie
Who Is Terrell Owens’ Girlfriend Now?
In 2022, Owens was spotted looking chummy with a mystery woman identified simply as Melissa. The lovebirds sparked dating rumors after they were seen vacationing in Miami. Currently, it’s unclear whether they are still together or if they were even an item in the first place.
Terrell Owens’ Achievements and Current Status
Owens has garnered countless awards and accolades for his work on the field, including six Pro Bowl appearances and being a five-time Associated Press All-Pro. Away from sports, he has also dabbled in TV entertainment, from Dr. Phil to Dancing with the Stars, not forgetting his very own production—The T.O. show.
Recently, the 50-year-old athlete made a break into entrepreneurship and launched his first line of wines – 81 Vino. Juggling his many talents with humanitarian work, fitness programs, and motivational speaking, Terrell Owens remains a loving father to his four children.
