Who Is Leanna Lenee? Travis Hunter’s Fiancée Faces Backlash Over Viral Video at Heisman Celebration
4 min readTravis Hunter, the celebrated 2024 Heisman Trophy winner and star player for the Colorado Buffaloes, recently found himself in the midst of online controversy—not for his accomplishments on the field, but due to a viral moment involving his fiancée, Leanna Lenee. During Hunter’s award celebration, a video surfaced of Lenee questioning her role in the event, drawing significant backlash from fans and sparking heated debates about their relationship.
The Viral Moment That Stirred Controversy
In the video, Travis Hunter is seen interacting with fans and posing for photos while Leanna Lenee sits nearby on a couch. At one point, Lenee audibly asks, “Am I supposed to sit here all day?” Her comment was met with a wave of criticism online, with fans accusing her of being unsupportive and disrespectful.
Travis Hunter girlfriend giving him attitude for taking pictures with fans at a schedule event: “Am I suppose to just sit here all day” 😭😭 nahh bro need to get rid of her pic.twitter.com/lWa1go2FHX
— Poetik Flakko (@FlakkoPoetik) December 15, 2024
Social media quickly exploded with opinions, with many fans expressing disappointment in both Lenee’s behavior and Hunter’s choice of partner. One Twitter user remarked, “I don’t know what’s more alarming, the attitude of the girl or the fact that he tolerates this disrespect in public.” Another user criticized Hunter directly, saying, “He willingly chooses her even though she’s 100% wrong for him. Whatever happens next is on him.”
Others went even further, suggesting that Lenee’s attitude could negatively impact Hunter’s career. One comment read, “If he doesn’t get rid of her, she’ll ruin him and leave when his career is over. He needs to think long-term.”
I don’t know what’s more alarming, the attitude of the girl or the fact that he simply tolerates this and continues to let her disrespect him in public 😅 this brother have no awareness??
— Master of None (@treytrey1011) December 15, 2024
Who Is Leanna Lenee?
Leanna Lenee is not just known as Travis Hunter’s fiancée but also for her academic achievements. She reportedly graduated with a degree from Kennesaw State University at just 19 years old, completing the program in an impressive two years. Lenee and Hunter are said to have started dating in 2022 and got engaged on February 4, 2024.
Despite their public displays of affection on social media, their relationship has been under intense scrutiny since their engagement. Much of the criticism is often directed at Lenee, with fans questioning her suitability as a partner for the Heisman Trophy-winning athlete.
Travis Hunter Fiancee Leanna Lenee has a dollar sign on her ring finger, because she's marrying for the money. pic.twitter.com/QLAR5QEc43
— What's Da Bizness (@whatsdabizness) December 16, 2024
Divided Opinions
While some fans have rushed to Hunter’s defense, urging others to respect his personal life, the controversy highlights the pressures and challenges of being in the public eye. For celebrity couples like Hunter and Lenee, every interaction is magnified, with fans quick to pass judgment on their dynamics and decisions.
As the debate continues to unfold online, it remains to be seen how the couple will navigate the challenges of public scrutiny. For now, Travis Hunter seems focused on his football career, but the viral moment serves as a reminder of the intense spotlight on athletes and their personal lives.
arguing and complaining to him out in the open too. it's so embarrassing for the both of them cuz that's HIS event, he needs to cater to his fans not her 😭💀
— angipangin (@angipangiin) December 15, 2024
He hasn’t even made it to the league yet. If he breaks up with her he needs to do it quick and quiet almost no contact because he’s not getting out of this relationship unscathed, trust me.
— IV 🪽 (@IV0RIEEE) December 15, 2024
So hard to watch. On the biggest day of his life, she’s still making it about her. She doesn’t belong there. I hope this guy signed a prenup. He’s too nice for all of that.
— Christian Pompa (@cpompa) December 15, 2024
If he don’t get rid of her she’ll ruin him and leave him because his career will be ruined and she’ll no longer want him And leave him. Atleast if he leaves her now he’ll still be in position to take care of his child in a Substantial way.
— Youwaneyeteewhyyyyy! 🏹 (@blvkstvh) December 15, 2024
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