Key Point Summary

• Bill Belichick engaged to 24-year-old Jordon Hudson, a former cheerleader
• Hudson calls him “old bae” and posts date night video with engagement hints
• Belichick renames his boat to “I + VIII Rings” to honor her
• The couple met in 2021 and went public last year
• Engagement rumors intensify with sightings of Hudson’s diamond ring

Bill Belichick Engaged, Internet Reacts

Bill Belichick is officially off the market—and the internet can’t stop buzzing. The former New England Patriots coach is reportedly engaged to Jordon Hudson, a 24-year-old ex-cheerleader he met on a flight in 2021. Their 49-year age gap has drawn heavy online commentary.

Hudson fueled the speculation with an Instagram video Wednesday night. In it, she calls Belichick her “old bae” while eating chicken wings seasoned with Old Bay, captioning the video with a cheeky pun and romantic emojis.

Engagement Clues Multiply

Belichick and Hudson have dropped numerous clues suggesting an engagement. Hudson has been spotted twice wearing a sparkling diamond ring. Meanwhile, Belichick renamed his boat from “VIII Rings” to “I + VIII Rings,” hinting at a new kind of milestone beyond Super Bowl victories.

Sources told the New York Times that Hudson has already informed friends she and Bill Belichick are engaged, pushing the private couple into the public spotlight once again.

Belichick Engaged—And Praising His Fiancée

The engagement comes after a high-profile stretch for the couple. Belichick supported Hudson during the Miss Maine USA pageant earlier this month, where she placed third. He then praised her on “Good Morning America,” noting she handles his non-football affairs.

“She does the business things that don’t relate to North Carolina that come up in my life, so I can concentrate on football,” he said, while also sidestepping deeper personal questions from Michael Strahan.

Hudson Defends Age Gap With Humor

Hudson leaned into the backlash over their relationship. Her “old bae” video sparked both mockery and admiration online. Critics called it “cringe,” while fans applauded her humor and confidence.

One fan wrote, “They don’t give a f–k, and that’s what makes it so good.” Others dubbed the moment “iconic,” praising her for taking control of the narrative.

Bill Belichick Engaged And Focused On Future

While the public continues to debate the relationship, Belichick and Hudson appear unfazed. With her ring in full view and his boat renamed in her honor, their engagement looks all but confirmed.

As one fan put it: “They’re not just a headline—they’re rewriting the rules.”