Kirk Cousins' Wife Julie Hampton Was a Teacher & They Lived Together in the Basement of His Parents' House

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins' wife, Julie Hampton, worked as an Elementary School teacher in the early days of their relationship. The couple is big on saving money and spending it on the right things; hence they spend some time living with Kirk's parents to save money.

Julie Hampton has been married to the NFL star for nearly a decade. Their engagement was an extraordinary experience on the balcony of the office of the speaker of the house.

The couple married in Atlanta, Georgia, where Hampton was born and raised. She is well appreciated and loved by her husband, who wears his wedding rings even when he plays because she loves it.

Julie Hampton Was an Elementary School Teacher

Julie Hampton was born and raised in Atlanta before attending the University of Georgia in Athens. She has two brothers, Scott and Steve Hampton. Even though she has lived in Washington DC and Minnesota in her adult years, she remains a massive supporter of her hometown Falcons team.

After graduating from college, Hampton got a job as an Elementary School Teacher. That was her field of work early on in her relationship with Cousins. When they were still in Washington, where her husband turned out for the Washington Redskins, they participated in charity processes.

Julie Hampton is a woman of faith, which is seen in how she puts effort into helping the community in whatever way she can. Although she is active on Instagram, she rarely shares details of her personal life. For example, her husband's Twitter account said she had emergency surgery in 2020, but she never shared that.

Kirk Cousin Made a Very Romantic Proposal to His Wife

Kirk Cousins' marriage proposal to Julie Hampton was no ordinary proposal. It required detailed planning and the input of several people. Cousins had become well acquainted with his congressman from his hometown, Michigan's Bill Huizenga, and he decided to ask him for a favor. Cousins said:

“I called him to see if I could propose on the balcony of the Speaker of the House’s office, because I had been there before and seen the view and thought it was a great view. He said they could set it up.”

An appropriate time was found a week before Thanksgiving, and the well-planned and well-executed proposal took place on November 22, 2013. The background he admired was visible in the proposal pictures taken by the congressman's aides; hence, it was a picture-perfect occasion.

Julie Calls Herself a Mom of Three

Julie Hampton and her husband are proud parents of three, two boys and an Australian Labradoodle named Abe. The couple welcomed their first child, Cooper, on September 29, 2017, 11 days past his expected due date.

Despite the delays, Cousins was on hand to cut the umbilical cord. He recalled the birth of Cooper as the best experience of his life up to that point. Two years later, Hampton gave birth to their second son, Turner. He was born in March 2019, and his father announced his birth on his Instagram.

A few months later, their beloved puppy, whom they named Abe, joined the family. He is a much-loved family member and is constantly featured on Julie's posts. He is not their first dog, though. Julie has a passion for dogs and used to foster dogs. They even adopted a dog named Bentley at one stage.

Julie and Kirk Cousins' Foundation

Julie and Kirk have been active in charity work for years as they seek to use the blessings they have received for the betterment of others. The couple attributes their generosity to their faith which teaches them to be givers.

The foundation's website notes that the foundation "is called to Transform Worldly Resources into Heavenly Riches through Extravagant Generosity." They support Bethany Christian Services, the Boys and Girls Club of America, and the International Justice Mission.

Julie Hampton believes that she has been blessed beyond measure. From Atlanta to Washington DC to Minnesota, she has continued to grow in her faith and charitable works.

She married Kirk Cousins after his brilliantly thought marriage proposal plan made it a memorable occasion. The couple has recently celebrated their eighth wedding anniversary. The eight years have been fruitful, with the couple welcoming two boys in that period.