Travis Hunter may have won the Heisman Trophy, but his fiancée won something just as important – his mother’s approval.

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During the ceremony on Saturday, December 14, the Colorado Buffaloes cornerback and wide receiver gave an inspirational speech and was joined in the audience by his fiancée, Leanna Lenee. Lenee sat next to Hunter’s mother, Ferrante Harris, and the two were photographed holding hands and smiling at Hunter during his big moment.

Many people took note of the connection, including Grete Griffin, who attended the Heisman ceremony with her husband Robert Griffin III. Grete took a photo of Harris and Lenee and shared it on her Instagram story.

“(We) love a strong bond between wife and mother,” Grete wrote in a text superimposed on the photo. Lenee shared the photo on her own Instagram story, echoing the sentiment.

Hunter had a remarkable junior season. The 22-year-old college football star finished his 2024 season with 14 touchdowns and 1,152 yards and 92 receptions on offense.

Following Hunter’s Heisman speech, Harris spoke to the media and expressed her pride for her son and gratitude for his accomplishments.

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“You can do it,” Harris said. “It doesn’t matter if you fall, get back up. You only fail if you quit. And (Hunter) doesn’t. Now look at him!”

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