The Love Story of Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush: From ESPY Awards to Super Bowl

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In 2010, Kim Kardashian broke up with NFL player Reggie Bush, whom she started dating in 2007 after meeting for the first time at the ESPY Awards. Bruce Jenner introduced them.

Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush’s First Meeting at the 2007 ESPY Awards

“We met at the [2007] ESPY Awards,” Kim told Access Online. “My stepdad, Bruce, and I were walking to our seats and Matt called my name. When I went over, he was sitting with Reggie…. Matt introduced me to the love of my life and we will always be grateful.”

In February 2010, it was rumored that Reggie had proposed to Kardashian at Miami restaurant Prime 112. A few days later, his team, the New Orleans Saints, went on to win the Super Bowl. Kim denied the rumors on her blog.

Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush dated on and off between 2007 and 2010, creating many memorable moments togetherKim Kardashian and Reggie Bush dated on and off between 2007 and 2010, creating many memorable moments together (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

“A radio interviewer asked what I dreamed for in 2010 and I was hesitant and thinking about it and they said what about (a) ring. I said yes, a Superbowl ring for Reggie. Then they said that if he gets a Superbowl ring, I get an engagement and I said ‘ok deal!’”

“This was taken way out of context,” she added. “I just wanted to clear that up!”

A Rollercoaster Romance: 2007 to 2010

One of the hottest couples in Hollywood, they dated on and off again between 2007 and 2010. Their romance eventually fizzled out due to their demanding jobs.

“They love each other a lot and hope someday they can make it work,” a source told E! News about their relationship.

“But for now, he starts his football season this week and Kim starts filming season four of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, and they just need this time apart.”

“She travels the world and has created brands,” a source told Us Weekly at the time of their split. “He just can’t keep up.”

Alani Nicole "La La" Anthony, Kim Kardashian, and Kim's boyfriend Reggie BushAlani Nicole “La La” Anthony, Kim Kardashian, and Kim’s boyfriend Reggie Bush out shopping in Hollywood on June 29, 2009 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

The Final Split and Moving On

Kim Kardashian did not get engaged to Reggie Bush. “We don’t keep in touch,” he told Us Weekly in August 2018.

“She’s doing a great job creating a brand for herself, her, and her family. I’m happy for ‘em…She’s very smart.”

Kim Kardashian and Reggie Bush met for the first time at the 2007 ESPY Awards, marking the start of their relationshipKim Kardashian and Reggie Bush met for the first time at the 2007 ESPY Awards, marking the start of their relationship (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

Reggie Bush Finds Love Again with Lilit Avagyan

Reggie Bush later fell in love with Kim Kardashian’s Armenian lookalike, Lilit Avagyan, a professional dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer.

They have three children: a daughter, Briseis (2013), and sons, Uriah (2015) and Agyemang (2017). Now a retired American football player, he is worth $25 million.

Reggie Bush and his wife Lilit Avagyan attend the 'Intimate Evening With Alicia KeysReggie Bush and his wife, Lilit Avagyan, attend the ‘Intimate Evening With Alicia Keys At Pearl Concert Theater For Palms Casino Resort And KAOS’ Grand Opening Weekend’ event on April 5, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nevada (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West at the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala

Reggie Bush’s ex-girlfriends Kim Kardashian and Kanye West looked at each other with love in their eyes at the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala, presented by Gucci, at the LACMA in Los Angeles, honoring Barbara Kruger and Quentin Tarantino.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West at the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala honoring Barbara Kruger and Quentin Tarantino presented by Gucci at LACMA in Los Angeles on November 1, 2014Kim Kardashian and Kanye West at the 2014 LACMA Art + Film Gala honoring Barbara Kruger and Quentin Tarantino, presented by Gucci at LACMA in Los Angeles on November 1, 2014 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

To the 2014 LACMA Art+Film Gala, the then 34-year-old reality star wore an ill-fitting midnight blue gown from Cushnie et Och’s Spring/Summer 2015 collection, which was way too tight across her hips.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West looked at each other with love in their eyesKim Kardashian and Kanye West looked at each other with love in their eyes (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

While Kim normally knows how to pick dresses that fit her figure, her teal gown had an awkward slit across one leg that seemed to make her uncomfortable.

Kim Kardashian's stunning Cartier necklaceKim Kardashian’s stunning Cartier necklace (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

The ensemble was completed with a stunning Cartier necklace and a pair of Tom Ford sandals that put her sexy feet on display.

Kim Kardashian showed some leg in an ill-fitting midnight blue gownKim Kardashian showed some leg in an ill-fitting midnight blue gown (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

Do you agree that Kim Kardashian’s dress was unshapely around the bust and too tight across her midsection?

Kim Kardashian shows off her feet in Tom Ford sandalsKim Kardashian shows off her feet in Tom Ford sandals (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)

She is a big fan of Tom Ford shoes, and we’ve spotted her wearing them often.

Kim Kardashian displays her sexy toes in chain-embellished heelsKim Kardashian displays her sexy toes in chain-embellished heels (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Chris Connor / Owen Beiny / Judy Eddy)