Taylor Rooks is officially off the market, and she did it in style. The renowned sports broadcaster tied the knot in a lavish but intimate New York City wedding that brought together A-list athletes, celebrities, and close friends in what’s now being called one of the most star-studded sports weddings of the year.
The 33-year-old TV personality, known for her sharp interviewing skills and groundbreaking coverage of the NBA and NFL, stunned fans when she quietly dropped wedding photos on Instagram with the caption: “What a night. This is love.”
Rooks looked radiant in a strapless wedding gown with a sweetheart neckline and voluminous satin-and-tulle skirt, complemented by a sleek diamond necklace and a long veil. While most of the details were kept under wraps, what we do know is that her new husband’s first name is Shane, revealed only through a discreet mention on the event’s dinner menu.
Though untagged and unmentioned elsewhere, internet sleuths now believe Shane’s full name is Shane Fowler, a man reportedly working in the tech or media industry. Other than that, Shane remains a mystery. Rooks, who has fiercely guarded her private life, made no prior announcement of being in a relationship, making the entire wedding a delightful shock to her fans.
The guest list, however, was anything but mysterious. In attendance were some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment: NBA stars Kevin Durant and Draymond Green, NFL Pro Bowl running back Saquon Barkley, and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell, who attended with his fiancée, singer-actress Coco Jones.
Rapper Jack Harlow was also spotted, along with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin and media personality Lala Anthony.
For context, Taylor Rooks has become one of the most respected voices in modern sports broadcasting. Born in 1992, the Illinois native graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in broadcast journalism.
Her career took off with the Big Ten Network and SportsNet New York before she achieved national fame through her work with Bleacher Report and TNT.
Rooks’ Emmy-nominated interviews with stars like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Patrick Mahomes have made her one of the most trusted figures in the space. Earlier this year, she ended her seven-year stint with TNT and joined Amazon Prime Video as the lead host for their new NBA studio show, alongside legends like Dirk Nowitzki and Blake Griffin.
The ceremony marks both a personal and professional turning point for Rooks. With a new marriage and a new job, she’s entering a fresh chapter of life, grounded in love and opportunity.
While fans may not know much about Shane yet, it’s clear from the photos and reactions that the two are madly in love and that this was a night filled with joy, elegance, and some serious star power. Congratulations to Taylor Rooks and Shane on their fairytale beginning.
