American football player Travis Hunter’s fiancée Leanna Lenee comes from a rich multicultural background, reflecting her Black, Hispanic, and Filipino ethnicity.
Born on May 18, 2003, Travis Hunter is a cornerback and wide receiver for the Colorado Buffaloes.
Hunter was renowned for his versatile playing skills and achieved a notable milestone by claiming the Heisman Trophy in December 2024.
However, the month that should have been filled with celebration has turned into a series of backlash and controversies.
Deion Sanders made Travis Hunter’s girlfriend stand up when he was announced as the Heisman winner 💀
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) December 15, 2024
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The controversy emerged after a leaked Snapchat video of Lenee dancing with another man surfaced online.
Moreover, the video, allegedly dated three years back, raises doubts about the couple’s five-year relationship.
In addition, she also faced heavy criticism for not standing up when Hunter won the Heisman Trophy.
In response to the controversy, Hunter and Lenee deactivated their Instagram accounts, sparking further questions.
Later, the footballer defended his fiancée during a recent Twitch stream, but the criticism has only intensified.
Leanna Lenee Revealed Her Parents Divorced When She Was Just One Year Old
Hunter’s longtime partner Leanna Lenee was born in November 2001 to an African mother and a Hispanic-Filipino father.
Initially born near London, England, Lenee moved back to the United States when she was 10.
The Instagram influencer frequently posts about her experience as a mixed-race individual growing up in the States, stating that,
Everyone is very loving/ accepting of everyone, so my being mixed wasn’t weird. Also, moving here people are more opinionated.
Although the information regarding her parent’s dating history and marriage timeline remains undisclosed, she has unveiled details about her ancestry.
In a TikTok video, she shared that her parents parted ways when she was just one year old.
Leanna lenee's parents #travishunter fiancee pic.twitter.com/YpU0Gi0bVs
— What's Da Bizness (@whatsdabizness) December 15, 2024
She has predominantly inherited her father’s physical features, which she believes are more prominently reflected in her overall features.
Furthermore, Lenee elaborated that she had taken after her father regarding skin complexion, hair, and eyes.
According to her Facebook profile under the username “Leanna De La Fuente,” her last name suggests she comes from a Hispanic background.
Likewise, the surname “Lenee” originates from Africa, further supporting her black heritage.
Leanna Lenee’s Father Has a Career as a Director of Business Operations
Carlo De La Fuente, Lenee’s father, is Cisco’s Director of Business Operations and Chief of Staff.
According to his LinkedIn profile, he has worked for the company since 2005, demonstrating nearly two decades of loyalty.
On top of that, Carlo is also a board member of LEAP (Leadership Education For Asian Pacifics).
He attended UC Santa Barbara, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and Asian American Studies.
On the other hand, details regarding her mother’s identity and educational background are not known.
Despite the divorce, neither of her parents harbors any negative feelings toward each other, and they actively co-parent with their children.
Additionally, she seems to have a deeper and stronger connection with her mother than with her father.
Additional Information
- Lenee graduated from Kennesaw State University with a bachelor’s degree in 2022, having studied upper English education and business administration.
- Travis Hunter and Leanna Lenee started dating in February 2022 and got engaged in 2024.
- She started her YouTube channel with Hunter in 2022.
