Lane Kiffin, head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels, has officially reconciled with his ex-wife, Layla, eight years after their 2016 divorce. The couple, who were married for 12 years and share three children—Landry, Presley, and Knox—have rekindled their relationship, marking a significant personal milestone for Kiffin.
The reconciliation became public when Kiffin shared a heartfelt Instagram post featuring a throwback photo of Layla and their daughter Landry, captioned with a message of gratitude: “Happy Mother’s Day Layla. So grateful for you every day. #BandBackTogether InOxford2025” . This post, along with others, signaled the couple’s renewed commitment.
Layla has been spending more time in Oxford, Mississippi, where their children are actively involved in sports: Landry is a sophomore at Ole Miss, Presley is set to play volleyball at the University of South Carolina, and Knox is entering his senior year at Oxford High School as a football player .
Kiffin’s journey to reconciliation has been marked by personal growth, including achieving over four years of sobriety. This renewed family bond appears to have positively influenced his professional life, with Ole Miss experiencing success on the football field .
The Kiffins’ reunion underscores the importance of personal resilience and the enduring strength of family ties.