Who is Kevin De Bryune's wife Michele Lacroix? How an X exchange sparked a lifelong bond

In the realm of football, you will be hard pressed to find anyone who doesn’t respect Kevin De Bruyne. But beyond the roar of the stadium and the pressure of elite competition is a personal narrative equally compelling.His wife, Michèle Lacroix, has been a rock, providing the support, love, and grounding that he has needed. Their love story didn’t launch with a glittering red carpet or the introduction of celebrities; instead, it all began with a single unassuming favourite on X. That small favor forged a lifelong bond that endures even in the face of time and fame.In 2014, on loan at Werder Bremen, he tweeted something that caught the eye of Michèle, a student at university in Genk, Belgium. She gave the tweet a like, and Kevin’s friend, being a good digital wingman, slid into her DMs on his behalf. That online exchange of words soon became, well, something a bit more conventional: regular conversations and, ultimately, what became a budding romance not long after.And two years later, Kevin got down on one knee in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, as romantic as it gets. In June 2017, they were married in Sorrento, Italy, in a love-filled celebration that inaugurated their married life. The couple now have three children together – Mason, Rome, and Suri – and a love that still thrives off the pitch.They have a refreshingly down-to-earth relationship despite the fanfare of professional football. Michèle has long been described as Kevin’s partner in crime and best friend, to him, and she has been credited for bringing balance to Kevin’s life. In sickness and in health — or in this case, in high times and low ones — they are riding out the ups and downs of the athlete's life together.As Kevin is praised on the field, Michèle has made a name for herself in her own right. She is a host of the Dutch-language podcast Secret Society and holds forth about pop culture and women’s issues. She’s not merely the sidekick to Kevin’s narrative, an adjunct to another story. Also Read: Manchester City chairman reveals tribute plans for midfielder Kevin De BruyneIn addition, Michèle often contributes to charity events, features in campaigns (such as her contractually bound McDonald’s Belgium commercial), and serves as an unwavering shoulder through injuries, victories, and club moves of Kevin. The next chapter in Kevin’s journey is on the horizon, away from Manchester City, wherever it is now, one thing is for sure – Michèle will be by his side, in every way.Her constant presence has made her more than just a footballer’s partner. She has turned out to be a symbol of strength and stability in Kevin De Bruyne’s life. Whether celebrating from the stands or quietly supporting behind the scenes, Michèle’s role has been pivotal in shaping the him as a person behind the athlete. As fans prepare to bid farewell to Kevin De Bruyne’s Manchester City chapter, they also acknowledge the silent yet powerful influence Michèle has had throughout his journey.