**Louis Rees-Zammit Goes Public With New Romance in the US**
Louis Rees-Zammit, the Welsh rugby star who recently embarked on a bold new adventure in America, has officially confirmed his relationship with American TikTok personality Drew Knotts. The duo’s budding romance has captivated fans on both sides of the Atlantic, as they share glimpses into their life together through social media.
The 23-year-old former Wales international, who made surprising news earlier this year when he left a thriving rugby career to pursue opportunities with the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, appears to be settling into his American surroundings in more ways than one. Over the weekend, the couple attended the 51st Annual Strawberry Ball at the Charlie Grimes Family Agricultural Centre in Plant City, Florida—a notable event in the local calendar. Pictures from the ball, shared on Knotts’ Instagram, show the pair looking relaxed and happy, fuelling speculation that their relationship is getting serious.
Knotts, 26, is not unfamiliar with the spotlight herself. The social media creator boasts a substantial following and once dated Tayler Holder, another prominent American online personality who has since moved into country music with a huge platform. While social media can often magnify scrutiny of public relationships, Knotts’ followers have been overwhelmingly supportive, with one commenting, “Upgrade girl! Happiness looks so good on you.” Knotts replied enthusiastically, “Haha I agree! Thank you so much,” sparking further waves of positivity from her fan base.
Their romance, it seems, is not brand new. According to friends and various social media posts, Rees-Zammit and Knotts have been quietly seeing each other for several months. Earlier this year, the couple were spotted together during a trip to Dubai, where they were pictured sandboarding and enjoying a romantic dinner—images that Knotts shared with her followers in February. It was during this period that Rees-Zammit made time to travel and reconnect with loved ones back home in Wales before fully committing himself to life stateside.
It is worth noting that both Rees-Zammit and Knotts bring sporting pedigree to the relationship. Knotts played women’s soccer at Georgia Southern University while studying journalism, following in the footsteps of her father and uncle, both former American football players. Her brother, Jackson, continues the family tradition as a member of Texas Tech University’s American football team, and her cousin is an accomplished swimmer. Rees-Zammit, meanwhile, is best known for his blistering pace and try-scoring prowess on the rugby field, and is now chasing gridiron dreams with the Jaguars.
For Rees-Zammit, America has provided new beginnings both on the field and in his personal life. His relationship with Knotts follows previous headlines linking him to British social media influencer Saffron Barker, and later to swimwear model Xandra Pohl (though that relationship was never confirmed publicly). With Knotts, however, both parties appear comfortable sharing their personal moments with the world.
Fans in Wales and beyond continue to watch Rees-Zammit’s progress with genuine interest. Leaving top-flight rugby behind for the NFL was always going to be a headline-grabber, and now, his burgeoning relationship only adds to the intrigue surrounding his transatlantic journey. As Rees-Zammit adapts to both American sport and culture, his fresh start alongside a like-minded partner has garnered much goodwill—not least from those back home who wish him success in all areas of life.
With Knotts’ own sporting background and digital reach, and Rees-Zammit’s charismatic public presence, the couple seem well-equipped to navigate both celebrity and personal challenges together. Their shared snapshots and public outings reflect mutual happiness, suggesting that America may indeed be a land of opportunity—on and off the field—for the young Welshman.