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Since early last year, boxing star Jake Paul and Dutch speed skating champ Jutta (pronounced “yutta”) Leerdam have been a hot topic on social media. It’s a pretty wild combo – a boxer and an Olympic athlete. Paul’s known for his crazy fights and big personality, while Leerdam’s one of the best speed skaters out there.
Together, they’ve got over 25 million followers, making them a major power couple online. Let’s take a closer look at their relationship and learn more about the amazing athlete who stole The Problem Child’s heart.
Who is Jutta Leerdam?
Born on June 25, 2025, in ‘s-Gravenzande, Netherlands,Jutta Leerdamisn’t your average athlete. She’s practically a Dutch royalty when it comes to speed skating. While most of us were figuring out life in our early 20s, Leerdam was busy collecting world titles and breaking records on ice.
Her trophy cabinet is pretty impressive, to put it mildly. She’s a World Champion in the 1000m sprint, has multiple European Championship medals, and made her Olympic debut at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, where she snagged a silver medal in her signature 1000m event. Talk about making your country proud!
But here’s where it gets interesting – Leerdam isn’t just dominating on the ice, she’s also become a social media sensation! With over 4.5 million followers onInstagram, she’s transformed from just being an athlete to a full-blown influencer. Her mix of training videos, glamorous photo shoots, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her life have earned her that “Ice Princess” nickname, and honestly? It just fits so perfectly.
What’s really cool about Leerdam is how she’s breaking the mold of what people expect from winter sports athletes. Sure, she’s insanely dedicated to her sport, but she’s also shown you can be feminine, fashionable, and still be taken seriously as an elite athlete. She even said it inJake Paul‘sBS w/ Jake Paulpodcast,
I’m a big fashion girl, I think, I really like fashion.
She’s been pretty vocal about dealing with body image issues in her sport and has become a role model for young athletes who want to maintain their identity while pursuing their dreams. In the same segment, she mentioned how gaining weight actually helped her achieve her goal:
…Normally I would cut so much weight, it made me really weak and this year I just didn’t do it because my coach was like, “You’ve been through a lot this year, just don’t do that because it takes a lot of energy and you’re, like, pretty stressed, so, just don’t do it.” And I didn’t do it and my body thanked me…
Before dating Jake Paul, Leerdam was in a long-term relationship with fellow speed skaterKoen Verweij, which ended in 2022. The relationship was pretty high-profile in the Netherlands, where they were considered something of a speed skating supercouple. But hey, life had different plans, and now she’s writing a whole new chapter with Jake Paul!
This combination of athletic excellence, social media savvy, and genuine authenticity has made her way more than just “Jake Paul’s girlfriend” – she’s a force to be reckoned with in her own right. And let’s be real, anyone who can skate at35 mph (56-57 kilometers per hour)while looking that stunning definitely deserves all the respect!
How Did Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam Meet?
A post shared by Jutta Leerdam (@juttaleerdam)
So, the unlikely but totally adorable duo reportedly first connected through Instagram in early 2023, and their story reads like a modern-day digital fairytale. According to Paul, who spilled the tea during his BS w/ Jake Paul podcast, he first DM’d Leerdam to get her to come on his podcast. A colab proposal turned into friendly chatter, that later blossomed into the beautiful thing that it is now. Paul also says that he always knew that they’d get together.
I swear to God, like, I already knew. I just knew that our vibes were gonna be like (claps) boom!
What makes their meeting story particularly interesting is how it challenges the typical celebrity relationship narrative. Rather than meeting at a high-profile event or through mutual friends, they connected in a way that’s relatable to many modern couples – by sliding into the DMs.
The major difference? These two just happened to be famous celebrities with millions of followers.
Taking Their Relationship to the Next Level
After months of “are they, aren’t they” speculation from fans, Paul and Leerdam finally went Instagram official on April 3rd, 2023 – and boy, did they make a splash! Their announcement post was peak social media couple goals:Jake posting pictureswith Leerdam captioning it “Im Dutch now.@juttaleerdam” followed by Leerdam herself posting a couple more cozy pictures and captioning it “That’s it.“
The pair’s first couple of social media interactions together on Paul’s channel were pretty refreshing too. Especially during the “Meet My Superstar Girlfriend Jutta Leerdam – BS EP. 17,” both Leerdam and Paul could not stop gushing about how much they adore each other.
They released another video sometime after the podcast on Paul’s other channel,Jake Paul, where they took acouple’s quiz. It was so adorable to watch these two lovebirds just admiring each other and showing how much they were smitten with each other. Since they have to deal with the bane of most healthy relationships called the long-distance relationship, they have a few cute rituals that make their relationship even more relatable. In that video, Leerdam said,
…In the morning when I wake up, I wake up extra, like, sometimes early from excitement because, like, he sends me, like, little vlogs. And everyday he sends me, like, videos of you guys just, like, living your life here and it feels like I’m really a part of your life.
To which Paul replied:
Yeah, because we’re a long distance relationship. Whenever she goes to sleep at night, I’ll send her, like, 2-5 videos, making her feel like she’s a part of everything we have going on at night and such.
Now, you can’t argue that what they have is absolutely out of aHallmarkmovie!
From all these posts, it is clear that they don’t shy away from sharing cute moments on social media and making appearances together. What makes it better is that they also know when to keep things just for themselves. It’s like they’ve found that sweet spot between sharing their happiness with fans and maintaining their personal space – something that’s pretty rare in the age of social media oversharing!
Power Couple: Supporting Each Other’s Dreams
Let’s talk about couple goals, because these two are seriously crushing it! Since they got together, Paul and Leerdam have been each other’s biggest cheerleaders – and we’re not just talking about cute Instagram comments.
When Leerdam’s competing on ice, you can bet Paul’s there in the stands, probably bundled up and trying to figure out the scoring system. He’s been spotted at several of her major competitions, including World Cup events, often documenting the whole experience on his social media. And get this – he’s even tried to learn Dutch skating terminology (though we’re still waiting to hear him pronounce “schaatsers” correctly!).
On the flip side, Leerdam’s gone from Olympic athlete to boxing enthusiast real quick. She’s become a regular fixture at Paul’s fights, bringing that European elegance to the typically rowdy boxing scene. During his matches, you can spot her ringside, supporting her partner.
But here’s what makes their support really special – they actually understand each other’s athletic mindset. Both know what it’s like to train intensively, deal with pressure, and perform when it matters most. They help each other out when in need. Paul mentioned in his podcast “Meet My Superstar Girlfriend Jutta Leerdam – BS EP. 17” that
She (Leerdam) is my new nutritionist and she’s helping me because I wanna be like her. I wanna be a World Champion.
We all love a couple who hold each other accountable.
How They Spend Their Time Together
Managing a relationship across continents isn’t easy, but these two seem to have cracked the code. Their Instagram stories are basically a high-end travel diary at this point – one week they’re chilling in Amsterdam’s cozy cafes, the next they’re soaking up the sun in Miami.
They’ve mastered the art of making their long-distance setup work. Regular FaceTime dates and planning their calendars months in advance to maximize their time together are just a few of the examples of how they do it.
It’s not just the long-distance relationship that they have to work through, it’s also the fact that both of them are professional athletes. So, it is definitely a lot of work for them to schedule their personal life around their training sessions, sports events, and other obligations. What is fascinating is that these two are able to manage that as well.
Looking Back at Paul’s Past Romances
Before finding his match with Jutta, Paul’s love life was basically a reality show playing out on social media. Remember the wholeTana Mongeausituation? That was peak influencer chaos! Their relationship kicked off in 2019, and it was a whirlwind of content creation, public displays of affection, and over-the-top gestures. The highlight (or lowlight, depending on how you look at it) was their$500,000 Las Vegas wedding in July 2019. Plot twist: the marriage wasn’t even legally binding, and they called it quits just a few months later. Classic YouTube drama!
Then there wasAlissa Violetback in2015-2017, his Team 10 co-star. That relationship ended with enough drama to fill a Netflix series – accusations flying back and forth and enough shade thrown to block out the sun. It was messy with a capital M!
There were even diss tracks. Started with Paul releasing “It’s Everyday Bro” in May 2017. The song also featured other members of Paul’s group Team 10. Then it was Violet’s turn and she released “It’s Every Night Sis” with YouTuberRiceGum. What erased the chance of any reconciliation was when Violet decided to get together withLogan Paul, Jake Paul’s elder brother.
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But his most significant relationship before Leerdam was probably withJulia Rose. Starting in 2020, these two were on-again-off-again for a little over two years. The relationship finally ended for good in December of 2022 with Paul posting on Instagram with the caption “Picked the wrong Rose.”
There were also some brief flings and rumored relationships along the way. There were rumors about him linking with other social media personalities and models. Though Jake’s always been pretty vocal about his dating life, so it’s usually pretty clear when he’s actually in a relationship.
Looking back, what’s interesting is how different all these relationships were from what he has with Leerdam now. His previous relationships seemed to revolve around creating content, stirring up drama, and staying relevant in the influencer world. There were always cameras rolling, drama brewing, and social media posts to analyze.
The contrast with his current relationship is pretty striking. While Leerdam and Paul definitely share aspects of their life together online, it feels more genuine and less orchestrated. Gone are the clickbait titles, the manufactured drama, and the constant need to one-up previous relationships with bigger, more outrageous stunts.
Maybe it took dating someone completely outside the influencer bubble to help Paul find a more mature approach to relationships. Or maybe he just grew up a bit, either way, it’s been quite the evolution from YouTube drama to international power couple!
Leerdam’s Influence on Paul’s Life
Talk about a plot twist – who would’ve thought an Olympic speed skater would be the one to help tame The Problem Child? Since dating Leerdam, we’ve seen a pretty remarkable transformation in Paul.
Friends and family have noticed he’s more focused, more disciplined, and generally more grounded. In the video titled “Why 2023 Was The Best Year of My Life,” he says,
Her work ethic pushes me on a daily basis.
Whenever we see them interact with each other, they are always so respectful towards each other. In the initial video on BS w/ Jake Paul and the Couple’s Quiz Video on the Jake Paul channel, we get to see how into each other they are. It almost feels right out of a romantic novel. They know each other’s love language, favorites, and world records, among other things. It is refreshing to see Paul being head-over-heels like this.
What Lies Ahead for the Power Couple
While they’re not rushing to the altar or making any massive announcements, Paul and Leerdam seem to be building something pretty solid. They’ve been open about taking things at their own pace and focusing on supporting each other’s athletic careers first.
What makes their relationship interesting is how they’ve managed to maintain their individual identities while growing together. Leerdam’s still breaking records on ice and building her brand in Europe, while Paul continues to shake up the boxing world (his fight with Tyson, which was postponed, is scheduled for June 07, 2025) – they’re just doing it with each other’s support now.
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The way they talk about their future is refreshingly mature too. Instead of making grand proclamations or rushing into major commitments, they’re focused on practical things like living in the present and making the most of the moment.
And it is not like their whole relationship is without any drama. The first of the roadblocks that these two faced came from their own beloved fans. The world is not unaware of the controversies that are attached to Jake Paul. The fans of Leerdam raised their concerns on the social media platforms after the announcement. Paul in his podcast says,
To all my fellow Netherlands people, please stop hating on her for dating me.
To which Leerdam replies,
That’s okay, if they knew you, if they have one conversation with you, they will think totally different.
What makes Paul and Leerdam’s relationship particularly refreshing is how it defies everyone’s expectations. Who would’ve thought that the guy once known for his YouTube pranks and social media drama would end up with an Olympic athlete? But here they are, proving that sometimes the most unexpected matches make the most sense.
While they’re both still young and focused on their respective careers, they seem to have found something real in the often-fake world of social media relationships. And hey, if nothing else, they’ve given us hope that sliding into DMs can actually lead to something meaningful, as long as you’ve got an Olympic medal or a few million followers to back it up!
Sweta Rath
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Sweta Rath is an Author at FandomWire, specializing in long-form articles, explainers, and entertainment analysis covering movies, TV series, and celebrity profiles. A results-driven content strategist, she combines analytical precision with creative storytelling to deliver authoritative entertainment content.Her diverse skill set includes SEO optimization, digital marketing, and WordPress content management, enabling her to create high-performing content that bridges scholarly literary insight with accessible fan engagement across multiple digital platforms.
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