Ben Shelton and Trinity Rodman Go Instagram Official with Elevator Kiss Selfie
Of course, in the age of social media, even love stories come with a side of strategic hashtags and perfectly timed posts. Tennis phenom Ben Shelton and soccer star Trinity Rodman have officially joined the ranks of celebrity couples who “hard launch” their relationships on Instagram, because nothing says romance like a carousel of curated photos. On March 17, Shelton, 22, posted a selfie of the pair kissing in an elevator, with Rodman, also 22, wrapping her arm around his neck and planting a kiss on his cheek. The caption? A cryptic yet confident line: “I been focused, but I’m steady climbin’, I’m nowhere near my peak.” Subtle, Ben. Very subtle.
The post also included other snapshots, like Shelton posing with his dad, former pro tennis player Bryan Shelton, and a friend outside a private jet—because nothing screams “casual romance reveal” like flexing your access to private aviation. Rodman, daughter of NBA legend Dennis Rodman, responded in the comments with a cheeky, “Shooters shoot I guess ????????,” which, let’s be honest, is the kind of playful banter that keeps the internet buzzing.
This Instagram debut comes after the pair sparked dating rumors earlier in March, when Shelton posted a TikTok video referencing GloRilla and Jorjiana’s song “ILBB2,” with text that seemed to nod at Rodman. She responded with her own TikTok, mouthing the same lyrics and adding a coy, “_ _ _ wassup w you.” It’s almost like they’re auditioning for a Gen Z rom-com, complete with a soundtrack and viral moments.
Rodman, who previously dated NFL player Trinity Benson, has been open about her complicated relationship with her father, Dennis Rodman, even discussing it on the *Call Her Daddy* podcast. Meanwhile, Shelton, the youngest U.S. Open American men’s semi-finalist since 1992, is carving out his own legacy in tennis, proving that talent and charm run in the family.
So, here we are, witnessing the birth of a new sports power couple, complete with elevator selfies, TikTok flirtations, and a dash of family drama. Because what’s a modern love story without a little digital fanfare?
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine
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