Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid's Relationship Timeline: From Their Instagram Connection to Shocking Split

Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid's love story has come to an end.

The estranged couple first sparked dating rumors when the former Playboy model visited Lochte during the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Two years later, the 12-time Olympic medalist told People he met Reid through Instagram after he slid into her DMs.

"We reached out and grabbed each other's hands and were like 'This is you! Finally.' And we didn't want to let go," Lochte said of their first meeting in a Los Angeles club. "Our friends were dragging us apart and that was the end of that night."

In an October 2016 Instagram post, the Olympic swimmer confirmed he popped the question to Reid after a few months of dating.

"Memories forever!!! #thelochtes #LA," the caption read.

Reid also shared the news in a separate Instagram post alongside the caption, "Speechless. Absolutely beautiful. So in love with YOU."

Lochte and Reid became first-time parents when they welcomed their son, Caiden, in 2017.

On January 9, 2018, Lochte and Reid exchanged vows in a civil ceremony in Florida.

"I've waited for Kayla my whole life," The Traitors star told People. “She has given us the most perfect little boy and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with her and Caiden."

Months after they got married, Lochte and Reid had a formal, lavish wedding ceremony in Palm Springs, Calif., in front of 100 of their closest family and friends.

"I was ready to settle down for a long time but just never found the right person," he told People after the gathering. "Then she wanted the exact same things I did!"

Meanwhile, Reid called Lochte "one of the nicest guys" she had ever met, adding, "He would never harm a fly and I've never met anyone like that. He's a very genuine, heartfelt guy and that's hard to find."

Reid gave birth to their second child, daughter Liv, in June 2019.

"Miracle #2 witnessed," Lochte shared on Instagram.

According to court records, Reid filed for divorce from Lochte in March 2025, marking the end of their seven-year marriage.

In a June 4 Instagram post, the social media influencer confirmed she "made the hard decision" to file for divorce from Lochte "after deep prayer and reflection."

The mom-of-three continued, "I hold marriage in the highest regard, so this has been one of the most painful, revealing, and challenging seasons of my life. I've been hesitant to share until I could do so from a place of healing — not from fresh, open wounds."

Reid hinted at the reason for the divorce filing, noting, "Sometimes we face trials we didn't choose or see coming. And in those moments, we're forced to make the hardest decisions to protect our peace, our children, and our future. I've come to the understanding that staying isn't always the most loving decision someone can make."

For Reid, leaving was "an act of love" she had to do for herself and everyone around her.

Shortly after Reid publicly shared the news of their divorce, Lochte opened up for the first time to "acknowledge" what his estranged wife shared.

"This past year has brought major changes for both of us as we've come to the difficult decision to end our marriage," he admitted. "I'm deeply grateful for the life we've built together and especially for the love we share for our three children."

While things have reportedly not been easy, Lochte believes "it's the right step toward peace and well-being for us both."

He added, "I remain committed to healing, growth, and co-parenting with care and respect as we move forward separately. Thank you to our family and friends for your continued support — it truly means a lot as we begin this new chapter."