Biggest Sports Superstars Who’ve Cheated on Their Partners Feat. Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods
Tiger Woods' clean image crumbled in 2009 when over a dozen affairs came to light. The scandal led to a divorce from Elin Nordegren and massive loss in endorsements. It sent shockwaves beyond golf, damaging his dominance on the course. To this day, it’s considered one of the biggest cheating scandals in sports history.
Cristiano Ronaldo
While dating Irina Shayk, Ronaldo was accused multiple times of infidelity. Rumors of affairs with models and reality stars flooded the tabloids. Shayk reportedly ended their five-year relationship due to lack of trust. Despite settling down with Georgina Rodríguez, the past still follows him.
Kobe Bryant
In 2003, Kobe admitted to cheating after being accused of assault in Colorado. Though charges were dropped, he confessed to infidelity and publicly apologized. He famously gave his wife Vanessa a $4 million ring afterward. The couple stayed together until his tragic death in 2020.
Wayne Rooney
Rooney’s numerous scandals involved sex workers and other women while married to Coleen. One major incident occurred when she was pregnant with their child. Despite multiple betrayals, the couple has remained together. Rooney’s personal life often overshadowed his footballing talent.
Alex Rodriguez
A-Rod’s personal life was full of affairs, from his ex-wife Cynthia to J.Lo. He was accused of cheating during both relationships, damaging his public image. Despite being a baseball legend, his off-field life drew more attention. Jennifer Lopez ended their engagement after rumors of infidelity.
Tony Parker
Parker shocked fans when Eva Longoria found messages he sent to a teammate’s wife. The affair with Brent Barry’s wife became public and ended their marriage. The drama rocked the NBA and tarnished Parker’s loyal-guy image. Longoria filed for divorce in 2010 after three years of marriage.
Dwyane Wade
Wade fathered a child with another woman while briefly separated from Gabrielle Union. The news broke just before they got engaged, creating massive public tension. Union opened up about the emotional toll of the betrayal. Despite the storm, they married and remain together.
David Beckham
Beckham’s alleged affair with assistant Rebecca Loos became global tabloid fodder. Though he denied the claims, Loos described intimate details publicly. The scandal rocked his marriage to Victoria Beckham. Despite it all, the couple remains together and stronger than ever.
Tristan Thompson
Thompson’s repeated cheating scandals with multiple women shocked the internet. One involved Kylie Jenner’s best friend, shattering family ties. Khloé Kardashian gave him multiple chances, but more betrayals followed. He remains one of the most unfaithful public figures in sports pop culture.
Ryan Giggs
Giggs secretly had an eight-year affair with his brother’s wife, Natasha. The betrayal stunned the football world and tore apart his family. It was also revealed he had cheated on multiple partners throughout his career. His legacy, once untouchable, has been permanently stained.
Lance Armstrong
Armstrong's doping wasn’t the only betrayal—he also reportedly cheated on his wife. His exes hinted at infidelity during his rise to cycling fame. His public persona was destroyed not just by drugs, but by deception. Once a global hero, he now symbolizes fall from grace.
Shaquille O’Neal
Shaq admitted in his memoir to cheating on his wife, Shaunie. He blamed fame and immaturity for stepping out of the marriage. Their split was public and emotional, involving their children. Shaq has since owned up to his faults and regrets.
Michael Jordan
Jordan was rumored to have had several affairs during his first marriage. While not all were proven, gossip surrounded his 1990s lifestyle. His divorce from Juanita Vanoy cost him $168 million. He rarely spoke on it, keeping much of his personal life private.
Joe DiMaggio
DiMaggio’s marriage to Marilyn Monroe was brief and turbulent. Though viewed as devoted, reports suggest he had multiple affairs during his career. Their relationship was marred by jealousy and trust issues. Even so, he sent roses to her grave for 20 years after her death.
Ben Roethlisberger
Roethlisberger was accused of sexual misconduct and linked to multiple affairs. Though married later in his career, his earlier reputation was far from clean. He faced NFL suspensions and widespread media scrutiny. Despite the controversy, he continued his career with the Steelers.
Shannon Sharpe
Sharpe has hinted at his own infidelity, saying he made relationship mistakes. Though not all incidents are public, his love life has been messy. He admitted to losing a good woman due to his own choices. Sharpe now reflects on his past with unusual honesty for a celebrity.
Dennis Rodman
Rodman's wild lifestyle included multiple affairs during his marriage to Carmen Electra. His time in the NBA was filled with parties, women, and chaos. He never denied cheating—in fact, he leaned into his "bad boy" persona. Rodman remains one of the most outrageous off-court characters in sports.
Charles Barkley
Barkley has confessed to cheating in the past, particularly during his playing days. He admitted that fame and temptation often got the better of him. Despite this, his candor won back some respect from fans. Today, he portrays himself as a reformed man.
Wilt Chamberlain
Wilt famously claimed to have slept with 20,000 women—an outrageous number. Though he never married, many questioned the ethics of his relationships. His womanizing lifestyle was both celebrated and criticized. It contributed to his larger-than-life, mythic image in sports.
Brett Favre
Favre was involved in a intimate texting scandal while playing for the New York Jets. The messages and photos sent to a team employee embarrassed the NFL. Though he stayed married, the scandal hurt his reputation. He later apologized but the incident remains part of his legacy.
