Josh Allen is continuing to rack up accolades, and this time, he’s doing it with his fiancée Hailee Steinfeld by his side every step of the way! The 28-year-old quarterback of the Buffalo Bills was honored with the NFL’s 2025 Most Valuable Player award at the prestigious NFL Honors ceremony on Thursday, February 6. This major honor is one of the highest accolades in professional football. As his name was announced, Allen turned to Steinfeld, who is also 28, to share a sweet kiss before heading up to the stage to accept his well-earned MVP trophy.
During his acceptance speech, Allen took a moment to express his deep gratitude toward Steinfeld, calling her his “rock” and his “best friend.” He shared a heartfelt message, saying, “I would not be standing on this stage if it weren’t for you,” making sure to highlight her importance in his journey to success. Steinfeld has been a constant support system for Allen, and her unwavering belief in him has clearly been a source of strength as he navigates the highs and lows of his career.
Allen also used his moment in the spotlight to acknowledge his fellow MVP nominees — including Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, and Lions quarterback Jared Goff. He expressed his gratitude to the entire Buffalo Bills organization for their support, as well as his family, who were in the audience, visibly emotional. His parents, Joel and Lavonne, received special thanks for their lifelong dedication to his football career. Allen shared a touching tribute, saying, “In my 20-plus years of playing football, I bet you they missed maybe 15 games in their entire life.”
Allen’s heartfelt words extended to his siblings as well, as he acknowledged his brother, sister, and little sister — Nicala, Jason, and Makenna. He expressed his love for them and appreciation for their sacrifices, from driving him to games and practices to supporting him through every step of his journey.
In an emotional moment, Allen also reflected on his performance during the 2024 season, in which he threw for 28 touchdowns and 3,731 yards. Despite his individual success and Buffalo’s 13-4 record, the team had hoped to claim the AFC Championship and reach the Super Bowl for the first time since 1994. However, their postseason journey was cut short when they were once again defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs.
As for his personal life, Allen made headlines back in November when he proposed to Hailee Steinfeld. The couple made their engagement public with a rare joint Instagram post, where they shared a romantic photo of Allen on one knee in front of Steinfeld, surrounded by a beautiful arch of pink and red roses next to a serene body of water. The post, captioned simply with the date ♾️ 11•22•24 ♾️, marked a special milestone in their relationship.
In addition to celebrating his MVP win, Allen and Steinfeld made their red carpet debut together at the NFL Honors. Steinfeld looked stunning in a strapless black velvet gown, paired with black pointed-toe pumps and sparkling jewelry, including a diamond choker and stud earrings — along with her dazzling new engagement ring. Allen, on the other hand, sported a sleek black suit with a white shirt and black tie, and lovingly leaned in to pose for a photo with his fiancée.
As the couple continues to share moments of joy both professionally and personally, their bond is evident to everyone who sees them. Whether on the football field or at an event like the NFL Honors, Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld’s support for each other continues to shine, and their love story is one that continues to capture the hearts of fans everywhere.
