Katie Taylor Marries Sean McCavanagh, Becomes Stepmom to Five

BREAKING NEWS: Boxing champion Katie Taylor has officially tied the knot with real estate agent Sean McCavanagh, becoming a stepmother to his five children. This joyous announcement comes just weeks after the couple’s intimate wedding ceremony earlier this year in Ireland, surrounded by close friends and family.

McCavanagh, aged 47, brings two sons and three daughters—ages ranging from 11 to 23—into their new family dynamic. His former wife, Alicia Velardo, tragically passed away in October 2023, leaving behind a significant legacy that Taylor now embraces.

The couple’s connection dates back several years, having met through their local Pentecostal Church in Vernon, Connecticut, where Taylor relocated in September 2016. They even vacationed together in Boston four years ago, creating lasting memories at a baseball game.

In a recent appearance, Taylor was spotted with McCavanagh at a rehabilitation facility in her native Wicklow, where they engaged with residents for hours. When asked about married life, McCavanagh couldn’t hide his enthusiasm, stating, “It’s the best ever, she’s the best!”

Taylor and McCavanagh’s relationship blossomed quietly, maintaining a low profile until rumors of their marriage surfaced earlier this summer. Speculation intensified when Taylor was seen wearing a wedding ring ahead of her trilogy bout with Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden.

McCavanagh brokered Taylor’s purchase of her €455,000 home in Connecticut just last December, marking a significant step in their shared future. The couple has been seen publicly for the first time as a married couple this month, highlighting their commitment amidst personal challenges.

Taylor’s father, Pete, recently confirmed the marriage on the “Anything Goes” podcast, dispelling rumors about her relationship status. “Katie’s married, you know, and I’m thinking, ‘Where are you getting this s*** from?'” he remarked, emphasizing Taylor’s often private life.

Throughout her illustrious boxing career, Taylor has kept her personal life largely under wraps. In a past Netflix documentary, she expressed uncertainty about marriage and children, stating, “I don’t think I’d be able for that. Life was a lot easier as a single person when I am training so much.”

As Katie Taylor embarks on this new chapter, the world watches closely, eager to see how she balances her celebrated boxing career with her new family life. The emotional weight of her new responsibilities as a stepmother adds a poignant layer to her remarkable journey.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as Katie Taylor takes on both her personal and professional challenges with the same determination that has defined her career.