Meet the partners of Six Nations stars like Louis Rees-Zammit, Marcus Smith, and more for 2026. Details on Drew Knotts, Beth Dolling, and other WAGs inside.
SIX NATIONS 2026 WAGs SPECIAL: Drew Knotts, Beth Dolling, and the Inspiring Partners Stealing the Spotlight at Twickenham and Beyond (Image: Social Media)
The 2026 Six Nations kicked off on February 5, 2026, with a rare Thursday start due to the Winter Olympics schedule. As the Championship kicks off, attention is turning not only to the titans on the pitch but also to the partners in the stands. From influencers and models to childhood sweethearts, here are the people standing beside some of rugby’s biggest stars this tournament.
Speedster Louis Rees-Zammit is linked to Drew Knotts, a Florida-born fashion and lifestyle influencer with a strong athletic background of her own. Knotts reportedly moved from the United States to the UK to be with Rees-Zammit following his return to rugby from the NFL, a move that has signaled serious commitment to Welsh fans.
Model and singer Beth Dolling, 25, is the longtime girlfriend of England fly-half Marcus Smith. A fashion icon who has worked with brands like PrettyLittleThing, Dolling often shares glimpses of their life together. In a past post, she gushed, “Watching you do what you love makes me so proud.” The couple have been together since 2021.
Atdhetare Hoxha, wife of England fly-half George Ford, has an inspiring backstory, having fled the Kosovo War as a four-year-old refugee. The couple married in 2022 and are parents to daughter Alarnia, born in March 2024. Hoxha once reflected, “Everything we had was taken in a heartbeat,” highlighting her resilience.
French scrum-half Antoine Dupont is reportedly in a relationship with Iris Mittenaere, the former Miss France and Miss Universe winner. The high-profile couple has been seen together at numerous public events and in media reports.
Tadhg Beirne met Harriet on a night out in Cardiff in 2018. After a period of long distance, they settled in Ireland, marrying at Kilkea Castle in 2022. The couple recently bought a new home, with Harriet teasing “exciting and most likely stressful times ahead” for 2025.
Madison Woan, daughter of Nottingham Forest legend Ian Woan, has been dating England fullback Freddie Steward. The couple spent last summer in the Caribbean, sharing sun-soaked snaps on social media before the rugby season began.
England lock Maro Itoje married his model partner, Mimi Fall, last summer after a proposal during a trip to Nigeria and Ghana. Fall has since shared glamorous glimpses into their celebrations and life together.
Garry Ringrose married his childhood sweetheart, Ellen Beirne, in June 2023 at Virginia Park Lodge. The Irish centre told EVOKE, “Ellen is the best… she’s a huge support, especially in the not-so-good times.”
Powerhouse wing Duhan van der Merwe married Nika in a glamorous ceremony in South Africa in January 2023. Nika, who now creates content for new rugby fans, turned heads in a chic gown with a studded cape.
England fly-half Fin Smith is dating Gracie Hand, a student who maintains a low-key profile. Smith frequently posts affectionate photos of the couple, endearing their down-to-earth romance to fans.
Tommy Freeman has been with Ashleigh Inwood for over five years. The couple recently bought a home near Northampton. Freeman once joked about his friendship with teammate Fin Smith, saying, “Our girlfriends think we like each other more than them!”
Jamison Gibson-Park credits his wife, Patti, and their three children—Jai, Isabella, and Iris—for his seamless settlement in Ireland. He told EVOKE, “My family is unbelievably well settled, which makes my job easier. I can just focus on doing my thing.”
