Olympic champion and alpine skiing legend Mikaela Shiffrin has opened up about her long-awaited wedding plans with fiancé Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, acknowledging that while the couple is fully committed, their big day will have to wait amid demanding careers and packed schedules.
In a candid conversation on her podcast What’s the Point, the record-breaking American skier addressed the persistent questions surrounding their nuptials, more than two years after announcing their engagement in April 2024. “We’re going to get married, guys. Calm down,” Shiffrin said with a laugh, pushing back against any notion that the delay signals trouble. “It’ll take a little bit of time… we got to wait a little bit.”
The power couple of the slopes — Shiffrin, the most decorated female skier in World Cup history, and Kilde, the Norwegian speed specialist — first went public with their relationship in 2021. Their engagement came after a deeply personal journey marked by injuries, resilience, and unwavering support for one another. Kilde proposed while recovering from a severe crash, telling Shiffrin there was “no rush” and that he simply knew she was the woman of his life.
Despite the excitement of being engaged, both athletes have prioritized their competitive calendars, especially with the 2026 Winter Olympics on the horizon. Shiffrin has emphasized living in the moment, noting they haven’t even begun detailed planning. “We don’t even know if we want a big or small wedding, or on which continent it should take place,” she told Norwegian outlet VG in a recent interview, laughing off questions with an “Ooooh. Please don’t ask.”
Kilde echoed the sentiment, explaining the logistical challenges of their globe-trotting lifestyles. “It will happen, but we’re very busy right now, and everything has its time,” he said. “I proposed and she said yes, so I’m the happiest person in the world. That’s the most important thing.”
The couple has faced speculation and even gentle pressure from fans and outsiders, with some invoking an “unwritten rule” about timelines after engagement. Shiffrin’s response? A defiant “F-U, watch us,” underscoring their confidence in the relationship’s strength.
Family, Future, and Finding the Right Moment
Recent family milestones, including Shiffrin becoming an aunt, have sparked reflections on the next chapter, including thoughts of children. Yet both remain focused on training and competition for now. Shiffrin has shared that the desire for family “could come pretty quickly and pretty suddenly,” but the immediate priority is excelling on the snow.
Their story continues to captivate the skiing world — a testament to love forged through triumphs, devastating crashes, and mutual support. As they navigate the demands of elite sport, one thing remains clear: the wedding will be on their terms, when the time is right.
For now, the slopes call louder than the wedding bells. Fans will have to exercise patience, just like the happy couple.
