Ciara is lifting the lid on what keeps her marriage to NFL star Russell Wilson strong and vibrant.
The GRAMMY-winning singer sat down with Summer Walker on her Apple Music show, Over It Radio, as part of the buzz surrounding Walker’s upcoming album, Finally Over It. During the candid chat, Ciara, who collaborated with Walker on the song “Better Thangs,” shared heartfelt insights into how she and Wilson keep their relationship fresh and thriving.
Reflecting on the dynamics of their marriage, Ciara revealed that consistency and intentionality are key. “We’ve done date night every Friday,” she said with a smile. “It’s something I look forward to. I feel the beginning feelings all the time. I get cute for him, and he comes out looking cute and sexy. It keeps things fresh.”
Ciara also touched on the delicate balance of juggling parenting and partnership, a challenge many couples face. “For all us mommas, we’re about our babies. I’m about my babies all day—and he is too. But it also has to be about us. And that’s hard because mommy guilt is real,” she admitted. “Sometimes, I ask myself if I’m balancing my world right, even for myself. But I’ve learned that prioritizing our time together is so important. I actually look forward to picking a restaurant and going out. It’s so fun and keeps things fresh. I feel so blessed that we have that.”
Married since July 2016, Ciara and Russell share a blended family of four children: Ciara’s son Future Zahir (from her previous relationship with rapper Future) and the couple’s three kids together—Sienna Princess, Win Harrison, and their newest addition, whose name they have yet to share publicly.
As fans look up to Ciara and Russell as a model of a loving partnership, her insights provide a relatable glimpse into the work and joy that go into maintaining a happy marriage. The singer’s openness about embracing date nights and finding time for each other amid busy schedules is a refreshing reminder of the importance of nurturing relationships.
Catch Ciara’s interview with Summer Walker below and see the superstar’s signature charm shine through.
