Carl Nassib, the first active NFL player to come out as gay, recently celebrated his 30th birthday with his boyfriend Søren Dahl, a 29-year-old Olympic swimmer who was born in Denmark but currently lives in the US. The couple shared their celebration on social media, expressing their love for each other and the strength of their relationship.
Nassib made history in 2021 by publicly coming out, and has continued to break barriers as an active player in the NFL. In 2022, he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played alongside legendary quarterback Tom Brady. But in his personal life, Nassib’s relationship with Dahl has been a source of joy and support.
On April 12, 2023, the couple celebrated Nassib’s milestone birthday with sweet messages on social media. Dahl shared a grid post on Instagram, writing, “Happy Bday to the best dancer and the funniest guy I know! Love you ❤️.” Nassib also shared Instagram stories featuring the couple celebrating together.
The public declarations of love between Nassib and Dahl are a reminder that love knows no bounds. As LGBTQ+ athletes continue to challenge norms and stereotypes in sports, representation and visibility for queer relationships are more important than ever.
Nassib and Dahl’s relationship is a reminder that love is love, no matter who you are or where you come from. As the world becomes more accepting and inclusive, we can celebrate moments of love and joy like this one.