A model family! Kate Upton and Justin Verlander certainly hit a home run with their family of three.
The couple, who tied the knot in November 2017 after five years of dating, welcomed their daughter, Genevieve, one year later.
“This year has been the best year of my life! It had a crazy beginning with a World Series win and the BEST wedding weekend, where I got to marry my best friend and love of my life,” Upton reflected via Instagram in November 2018, right before Genevieve’s birth. “Now to celebrate our love and our first year of marriage we are preparing to welcome a new addition to our family. I’m so excited to go through this journey of life with you! I love you so much! Happy One Year❤️.”
Days later, the Other Woman actress and the MLB star welcomed their bundle of joy. “Genevieve Upton Verlander 💗,” the new mom captioned a black-and-white close-up of their newborn’s cheek and hand. “11.7.18.”
In the years since, Upton and Verlander have settled into their roles as parents while they’ve watched their little girl — whom they affectionately call Vivi — grow into a toddler.
“[Kate’s] been the most amazing woman and mom,” the Houston Astros pitcher exclusively gushed to Us Weekly in March 2019 about watching his wife with their daughter. “I knew that she would set a great example for our daughter, no matter what. It’s the person that she is, it’s the person who I married. I’ve always appreciated her for her strength.”
The athlete continued to praise Upton’s skills as a parent, sharing his admiration for the Michigan native’s bond with Vivi.
“But just seeing her interact, all the nurturing and everything that goes on with being a mother, it’s been tremendous to watch,” Verlander told Us at the time. “I know it’s not easy for her either, but it’s quite a connection that they have, and it’s really special for me to be able to witness that and be a part of it.”
Upton, for her part, shared her own thoughts on motherhood in a sweet Mother’s Day upload with her daughter.
“Being a mom is, and forever will be, my greatest accomplishment,” Upton wrote via Instagram in May 2021, praising Genevieve alongside a photo of the two cuddled up together. “I’m so proud to be your mom, Vivi. 💕 .”
One month later, Verlander shared a similar sentiment for Father’s Day.
“Being a #GirlDad is my greatest accomplishment yet,” the pitcher penned via Instagram, next to a photo of him and Genevieve hugging each other on the beach.
Keep scrolling for Upton and Verlander’s sweetest pics with their daughter:
A model family! Kate Upton and Justin Verlander certainly hit a home run with their family of three.
The couple, who tied the knot in November 2017 after five years of dating, welcomed their daughter, Genevieve, one year later.
“This year has been the best year of my life! It had a crazy beginning with a World Series win and the BEST wedding weekend, where I got to marry my best friend and love of my life,” Upton reflected via Instagram in November 2018, right before Genevieve’s birth. “Now to celebrate our love and our first year of marriage we are preparing to welcome a new addition to our family. I’m so excited to go through this journey of life with you! I love you so much! Happy One Year❤️.”
Days later, the Other Woman actress and the MLB star welcomed their bundle of joy. “Genevieve Upton Verlander 💗,” the new mom captioned a black-and-white close-up of their newborn’s cheek and hand. “11.7.18.”
In the years since, Upton and Verlander have settled into their roles as parents while they’ve watched their little girl — whom they affectionately call Vivi — grow into a toddler.
“[Kate’s] been the most amazing woman and mom,” the Houston Astros pitcher exclusively gushed to Us Weekly in March 2019 about watching his wife with their daughter. “I knew that she would set a great example for our daughter, no matter what. It’s the person that she is, it’s the person who I married. I’ve always appreciated her for her strength.”
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The athlete continued to praise Upton’s skills as a parent, sharing his admiration for the Michigan native’s bond with Vivi.
“But just seeing her interact, all the nurturing and everything that goes on with being a mother, it’s been tremendous to watch,” Verlander told Us at the time. “I know it’s not easy for her either, but it’s quite a connection that they have, and it’s really special for me to be able to witness that and be a part of it.”
Upton, for her part, shared her own thoughts on motherhood in a sweet Mother’s Day upload with her daughter.
“Being a mom is, and forever will be, my greatest accomplishment,” Upton wrote via Instagram in May 2021, praising Genevieve alongside a photo of the two cuddled up together. “I’m so proud to be your mom, Vivi. 💕 .”
One month later, Verlander shared a similar sentiment for Father’s Day.
“Being a #GirlDad is my greatest accomplishment yet,” the pitcher penned via Instagram, next to a photo of him and Genevieve hugging each other on the beach.
Keep scrolling for Upton and Verlander’s sweetest pics with their daughter:
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July 2022
“My favorite part of the day. ❤️,” the sports star captioned a July 2022 snap of Genevieve talking to him after a game.
Credit: Courtesy of Kate Upton/Instagram
February 2022
Upton celebrated Verlander’s birthday with several uploads of him and their daughter. “The most amazing husband, father and best friend a girl could ask for,” the Three Stooges actress wrote.
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January 2022
Family cuddles! “No place I’d rather be,” Upton captioned the Instagram pic.
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December 2021
The Verlander-Upton family took a December 2021 trip to Italy, where the trio happily posed together. “Family, Florence, and memories I’ll cherish forever… my heart is so full ❤️ Until next time!” The actress captioned the shot.
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August 2021
“Daddy Daughter manis melt my heart 😍💅🏻,” Upton captioned a photo of Verlander buffing Vivi’s nails.
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June 2021
The Virginia native celebrated Father’s Day 2021 by sharing a sweet image embracing his little girl. “Being a #GirlDad is my greatest accomplishment yet,” he wrote at the time.
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May 2021
“Being a mom is, and forever will be, my greatest accomplishment. I’m so proud to be your mom, Vivi. 💕,” the Layover actress wrote via Instagram in honor of Mother’s Day 2021. “Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there!”
Credit: Courtesy of Justin Verlander/Instagram
January 2020
Mom and daughter kicked off the New Year right by pointing at a stunning sunset.
Credit: Courtesy of Kate Upton/Instagram
November 2019
Jet-set baby! Upton and Verlander celebrated their daughter’s first birthday with two images of her on the go. “I can’t believe it’s been a year!!! Happy 1st Birthday to my baby girl!! She changed our lives for the better and I can’t imagine my life without her sweet laughter and snuggles,” the model penned. “I love my little peanut!”
Credit: Courtesy of Kate Upton/Instagram
October 2019
Genevieve sported a custom denim jacket in order to cheer for her dad. “Go Daddy! We are ready for #Game4 !!!” Upton captioned the pic.
Credit: Courtesy of Justin Verlander/Instagram
November 2018
No award? No problem! “Didn’t win #cyyoungaward , but I can’t be too upset when I have this little girl waiting for her daddy off camera!” Verlander captioned the black-and-white shot with his newborn daughter.
Credit: Courtesy of Kate Upton/Instagram
November 2018
Vivi made her Instagram debut several days after her birth. “Genevieve Upton Verlander 💗. 11.7.18,” Upton wrote alongside the black-and-white snap of the newborn.
