Boxing champ Claressa Shields and rapper Papoose gave fans a heartfelt look into how their romance began during an exclusive interview on The Tamron Hall Show. Here’s the sweetest recap of their love story — from friendship, first interactions, to poems & VIP tickets.
How It All Started
- First meeting at a fight: They first crossed paths at a Shakur Stevenson fight. Papoose revealed he’s been a longtime fan of Shields—admiring her not just as a boxer, but as a person.
- Shields says she made the first move: she slid into his DMs after that fight, and even invited him to attend one of her VIP fights.
- From texts to poetry: Their connection deepened over time. They traded poems, shared creative vibes, and even collaborated creatively with some bars. It wasn’t just romance—it was mutual respect for each other’s art & personality.
What They Said
- Papoose spoke on how Shields blew him away—not just with her boxing skill, but with her composure, confidence, and how she carried herself.
- Shields admitted she recognized his presence early on: “That’s a good looking man,” she said. Their chemistry, they say, was organic.
- Tamron Hall also asked if they’d turn their poems and creative messages into something bigger — a book or song — and Papoose was fully supportive, saying Shields may have more creative work ahead.
Why Fans Are Loving It
- It’s rare to see two public figures so genuine when talking about romance — Shields & Papoose balanced storytelling with humility and warmth.
- Their relationship spans different worlds (boxing, music), yet their bond feels creative and authentic, not performative.
- The love story highlights mutual admiration, encouragement, and a willingness to be vulnerable. That resonates.
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