Just two weeks after taking home a national championship, University of Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy proposed to his high school sweetheart Katya Kuropas. The pair took to Instagram to share a joint post announcing their engagement after five years together. “Me, You & Marley Forever & Ever✨🤍,” they captioned the carousel of photos of the beach engagement. McCarthy popped the question as they walked on the beach with their adorable puppy, Marley. The pair's friends and family filled the comment section congratulating them on their engagement.
View this post on Instagram
The day after their engagement, Kuropas took to Instagram to wish McCarthy a happy birthday with a sweet tribute. “Happy birthday my love,” she wrote on Instagram. “You are the best thing that ever happened to me. Most don’t understand the quality of human being you are but I do, and you inspire me every day because of it. You are my everything. I love you so much. Beyond words. Can’t wait for forever with you."
The pair celebrated their five year anniversary in October. McCarthy shared a sweet tribute to his high school sweetheart in an Instagram post saying, “1,825 days with the love of my life but a million moments that will be remembered and cherished for the rest of my life.” He continued, “I couldn’t be more grateful for who you are and everything you do! You make me the best version of myself and it has been a complete blessing to continually watch you grow into the amazing woman you are. I love you my queen!!!" In her own anniversary post, Kuropas wrote, “Five years later and I love you more than ever!! So many memories, so much happiness, and the most special love. Words can’t describe how grateful I am for you! Better together always."
