Gabrielle Reece & Laird Hamilton


Laird Hamilton is known for being a big-wave surfer. The California native is half-Greek who spent most of his time in Hawaii for his surfing career. On the other hand, professional volleyball player and actress Gabriel Reece is of African-Trinidadian and English-Irish descent. The two’s love for sports has paved the way for their paths to cross in 1995.

It was not love at first sight for the two. When the two first met, Reece and Hamilton did not like each other. Regardless, fate still brought them together, eventually leading the two to tie the knot in 1995. Despite differences, Reece said that their strong relationship is a product of truthful communication and still choosing each other amidst their flaws. Reece and Hamilton have three kids, namely Reece, Brody, and Izabella.
Aside from having a good family life, the two are savoring the riches they accumulated in their careers. They have a combined net worth of $20 million, which covers their respective sports career salaries and the properties and businesses they have put their investment money on.

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