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Rob Ninkovich Wife Paige Ninkovich And Croatian Family Background

By Ayush Khadka / March 15, 2023 09:15 AM

Rob and Paige are married and enjoying their time with 3 kids today.
Rob and Paige are married and enjoying their time with 3 kids today.( Source : instagram )

Rob Ninkovich wife Paige Ninkovich married the former NFL player on 29th June 2012. Rob has three children named Everett, Wyatt and Avielle Ninkovich.

Rob is a former Outside Linebacker for the New England Patriots. He joined the team in 2009 and played there till 2016.

The 39-year-old player was drafted in 2006 by the New Orleans Saints as a 5th-rounder. However, he had stiff competition for the starter job, and his knee injury in September 2007 led to him spending only one season.

He went to Miami in 2007 and then eventually landed with the Patriots. He made 460 tackles, 46 sacks, and five interceptions from 131 appearances in his NFL career.

With the Patriots, he went on to become the Super Bowl Champion twice and got named to the New England Patriots All-2010s Team.

Ninkovich played his college career at Purdue University since 2004. He became a member of the Second-team All-Big Ten in 2005.


Paige Ninkovich Education and Career

Paige Ninkovich graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor's degree in Science.

Paige is involved in the nursing sector.
Paige is involved in the nursing sector. ( Source : instagram )

She pursued a career in the medical sector, becoming a nurse. She was involved in Louisiana's Ochsner hospital system.

Paige was born to Rachele and Joseph Popich in Gretna, Louisiana. Joseph worked in New Orleans at Entergy organization. Paige shares Croatian heritage with her parents.

Moreover, Paige also has two siblings, named Joseph Jr and Lana. Lana got engaged to her partner, Brandon Michael, on June 2, 2017. She is a Licensed Cosmetologist and owner of a Beauty salon named The LAB.

Paige Popich Interest in Charity And Interior Designs

Paige has been involved in many charitable activities like the Patriots drive.

Paige has developed passion for hairstyling and charity.
Paige has developed passion for hairstyling and charity. ( Source : instagram )

Per the Boston Globe, on November 22, 2011, Paige worked with the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation to sort out the coats to be delivered for the kids in their Saturday coat drive at the Patriot Place.

This drive helps the Cradles to Crayons organization which has been fighting to address the clothing insecurity for kids in Chicagoland, Massachusetts. She worked with the Patriots' head coach, Bill Belichick, and the cheerleaders in distribution.

Per Paige's Pinterest account, she has shown interest in various things, like interior designs in houses. She has saved various laundry room designs with Harlequin floor tiles and lighting systems like the Tiered Tapers Chandelier.

She is also interested in blonde hairstyles, featuring many cuts on her handle. She is also fascinated with multiple hair product brands like Olaplex and Oribe.

Rob Ninkovich Wedding Moments

Rob and Paige Popich got married on 29th June 2012 in Louisiana.

Rob took his nuptial vows in June 2012 at New Orleans.
Rob took his nuptial vows in June 2012 at New Orleans. ( Source : instagram )

The couple chose to have their marital vows at the Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church, located in New Orleans. They had dated for six years before making the decision to tie the knot.

Before their wedding day, Rob had done an interview with the New Orleans Advocate newspaper, highlighting his excitement for the marriage with his long-term partner. He also stated that Paige was the best thing that he had gained from New Orleans.

New Orleans' favorite party band, GROOVY 7, was present to provide entertainment through music. The band also showcased their happiness for getting the opportunity to play for Rob's marriage on social media.

Paige wore her wedding gown from a premier Louisiana bridal shop called 'The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe.' The organization also did a shout-out for her marriage ceremony on Facebook.

Rob and Paige started dating in 2006

Rob had his first meeting with Paige Popich at the Red Eye Bar & Grill in 2006.

Rob met his sweetheart Paige in 2006.
Rob met his sweetheart Paige in 2006. ( Source : instagram )

Paige did not know much about Rob since he was just an NFL rookie in the Saints and had no fame like today since he was still struggling to become a starter.

However, they continued to be in touch, and it eventually culminated in romance.

Moreover, Paige has accompanied Rob whenever he has to move to another US state because of his team's city affiliation. They did not stay in Louisiana for long since he moved to Dolphins' Miami soon, and later, New England.

Their meeting has now led to commemorating anniversaries on social media.

Ninkovich celebrated his 3rd anniversary in June 2015 and remarked how he was blessed to be wedded to his best friend. Chandler Jones, the Defensive End for the Las Vegas Raiders, also wished them a happy anniversary.

Rob Ninkovich Children

Rob Ninkovich has two sons, Everett and Wyatt, and a daughter, Avielle.

Rob celebrated his 39th birthday with his spouse and offspring.
Rob celebrated his 39th birthday with his spouse and offspring. ( Source : instagram )

Avielle is the eldest child in the household and the only daughter. She was born in July 2013, a year of the couple's official union.

Meanwhile, Everett is the second child who was born on May 5, 2016. Wyatt is the third child who came to this world in July 2019.

Per Boston, Rob desires his sons to play sports like golf or become embedded in fields like engineering or music. He believes people cannot continue playing physical sports like football forever. He wants his kids to do something that they can continue when they are 70 years of age.

Rob also seeks to teach his children about many lessons he got during his NFL career regarding work ethics and goal setting.

Rob Ninkovich Family Life with his Kids

Rob and his household traveled to watch the Purdue Boilermakers football game on October 16, 2022.

They attended the Ross-Ade Stadium and witnessed a 47-32 win over Nebraska Cornhuskers.

Ninkovichs at the Purdue game in 2022.
Ninkovichs at the Purdue game in 2022. ( Source : instagram )

The Ninkovichs made a trip to Southwick's Zoo, Massachusetts, on August 2, 2022. Rob thanked the Zoo guides for the scenes tour. They had fun watching the animals like the two-horned Rhino.

Rob also made a paid partnership with A&W; Root Beer in July 2018. On July 15, he made promotional content for the company featuring his kids. He captioned that his youngsters loved drinking the A&W;'s Cream Float and Soda.

Everett and Aviella also had fun with their guardians at Disney World on March 9, 2017. The household also subsequently traveled to Louisiana safari at the Global Wildlife Park in April 2017.

The Ninkovich Halloween adventures

Rob spent his Halloween with his children in November 2022 at his Boston residence.

Rob and his household with their Halloween getup in 2022.
Rob and his household with their Halloween getup in 2022. ( Source : instagram )

He also wrote in the caption that Uncle Chuckes approved it. His youngest child, Wyatt, dressed as the superhero Flash, while his other son wore the QB Mac jones jersey. Nin also donned a pointed witch hat.

The household traveled to Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village on October 13, 2018. Rob stated on Instagram how it was a beautiful night, with the amazing Jack-O-Lanterns spectacle. He added that it was one of the best Halloween themes he had ever seen.

Rob Ninkovich Parents

Rob Ninkovich parents are Deborah Ninkovich and Mike Ninkovich. Rob has a sister named Laura Ninkovich.

Mike and Debbie dining with Rob and Laura at a restaurant in 2022.
Mike and Debbie dining with Rob and Laura at a restaurant in 2022. ( Source : instagram )

Mike Ninkovich tied the knot with Debbie on February 5, 1977. Laura celebrated her parents' 46th anniversary on her IG handle.

Rob's dad has a pet dog named Betty and shares her photos on his Instagram. Moreover, he also spends quality time with his grandchildren. He shared a photo of his 69th birthday celebration alongside little Everett, Wyatt, and Aviella on September 6, 2022.

Deborah, aka Debbie, is Instagram private and has chosen to keep her private life away from public attention.

Rob Ninkovich Sister

Laura Ninkovich Sonaty is a Customer Service Supervisor at Southwest Airlines.

Laura with her hubby at the Lighthouse Restaurant in 2022.
Laura with her hubby at the Lighthouse Restaurant in 2022. ( Source : instagram )

She got promoted to this position in August 2022. She worked as an Agent before her promotion. She got employed by the airline company in September 2021.

In her academic life, Laura completed her psychology degree from Governor State University. She also learned about Cosmetology from the Capri Beauty College. However, her first college enrollment was in Joliet Junior College, like her brother.

Laura is married to Brian Sonaty. She also has a son named Cam, who celebrated his 19th birthday on August 15, 2022. She also works as the CEO of her husband's business, Sonaty House.