Travis Hunter’s girlfriend, Leanna Lenee, recently took to social media to respond to criticism regarding the early stages of their relationship—and in doing so, revealed that the Colorado football star once cheated on a previous partner. Her candid eight-minute TikTok video served as both a defense of her character and a window into how she and the Heisman Trophy winner came together.
Lenee explained that before she and Hunter began dating, she waited two months to respond to his initial direct message. Some on social media accused her of being a “gold-digger,” suggesting she only showed interest in Hunter after discovering his status as a football standout. Lenee, however, set the record straight.
She says the reason for her initial hesitation was twofold: at the time, Hunter was still dating someone else, and his then-girlfriend’s name was prominently displayed in his Instagram bio. Furthermore, Lenee wasn’t keen on dating someone younger than herself, nor was she interested in a man who cheated on his partner.
“I don’t do home-wrecking. I am not a side piece,” Lenee stated unequivocally in her video. “I don’t stand for any of those things. I support women, so I would never do that to another woman because I don’t want it done to me. … When I said he wasn’t my type, I meant because he was younger than me and he had cheated on his girlfriend. I don’t know if your type is cheaters, but mine isn’t.”
Still, Lenee admitted there was an attraction that made her reconsider once Hunter was single. “That didn’t discredit the fact that I was attracted to him,” she said. “That’s obviously why I gave him a chance, and then I learned he truly is a phenomenal and wonderful human being, and that’s why we’re still together to this day.”
According to Lenee, Hunter had given her permission to share these details publicly. While it might seem surprising that Hunter would consent to being portrayed as a past cheater, it’s possible he felt sympathy for the way Lenee was being targeted.
By allowing her to speak freely, Hunter may have hoped to correct misconceptions and vindicate her from the harsh labels thrown her way.
Lenee also addressed a recent viral moment from a Colorado football game, where viewers interpreted her body language to mean she was upset with Hunter. She clarified that her frustration stemmed from security personnel initially preventing her from joining Hunter on the field, not from anything Hunter did during the game.
The couple’s history extends beyond their current high-profile status. Lenee and Hunter first met as teenagers in high school and began dating in 2022. They got engaged in February of this year, adding a layer of commitment that counters the notion that Lenee is merely capitalizing on Hunter’s success.
In the end, Lenee’s video offered a glimpse into the complexities of their relationship, one that formed against a backdrop of early misunderstandings and personal principles.
While it’s no secret that high-profile athletes like Hunter draw intense scrutiny to their personal lives, Lenee’s candid explanation reaffirms that their bond is built on honesty, shared values, and mutual respect—even if their journey began with a measured dose of caution.