New Chapter Begins: Hallie Aiono, Puka Nacua’s Girlfriend, Glows as She Shows Off Baby Bump in Gym Wear Days After Pregnancy Reveal
LOS ANGELES — Just days after the joyful announcement that NFL rising star Puka Nacua and his girlfriend Hallie Aiono are expecting their first child, Hallie was seen embracing the journey ahead in radiant fashion. On Thursday morning, she was spotted leaving a private training facility in Santa Monica, proudly showing off her growing baby bump in sleek black gym wear.
Wearing a fitted crop top and high-waisted leggings, Hallie exuded a confident glow that blended casual fitness style with unmistakable maternal joy. A matching zip-up hoodie hung loosely around her shoulders as she paused to smile for fans and photographers, her hand gently resting on her stomach. The gesture—simple yet intimate—quickly spread across social media, where fans praised her warmth and natural ease in the spotlight.
“It’s surreal, honestly,” Hallie told a local reporter on the scene. “We’re so blessed, and I’m trying to stay healthy and strong for this little one.”
The news of the couple’s pregnancy, which broke earlier this week via a joint Instagram post, came with an outpouring of support from both NFL circles and fans of the Aiono family—Hallie being the younger sister of pop artist Alex Aiono. The post, a black-and-white photo of Puka holding her stomach with the caption “Our greatest blessing is on the way,” amassed over 500,000 likes in under 24 hours.
For Puka Nacua, the announcement marks yet another milestone in what has been a whirlwind year. After a record-breaking rookie campaign with the Los Angeles Rams—where he shattered the NFL record for receptions and receiving yards by a rookie—this off-field development has added another dimension to his blossoming legacy. Rams teammates have already spoken out in support.
“Puka’s built different—on the field and off,” said quarterback Matthew Stafford. “He’s going to be a great dad.”
Known for his tenacity and humility, Puka has reportedly been planning his off-season training schedule around Hallie’s appointments and prenatal classes. Friends close to the couple describe their relationship as grounded, spiritual, and deeply rooted in their Polynesian and Christian values.
“Family is everything for them,” said a mutual friend. “They’re not just building careers—they’re building a life.”
Hallie, who has stayed largely out of the public eye until recently, has since taken to social media to share glimpses of her pregnancy journey, from morning smoothie recipes to prenatal yoga. Her focus, she says, is on staying mentally and physically balanced during the transition to motherhood.
“I’m learning to give myself grace,” she wrote in a recent Instagram Story. “Every day is different, but every moment is a miracle.”
Though the baby’s due date has not been officially announced, insiders suggest she’s approaching the end of her second trimester. Puka, who has been juggling offseason workouts and team obligations, is said to be fully committed to being present through the entire process—another reflection of the maturity that’s earned him admiration far beyond the football field.
As fans await the return of NFL action this fall, many will be watching the Nacua-Aiono household with equal anticipation. From the gridiron to fatherhood, Puka Nacua is proving that his greatest plays might still be ahead.
