While the world’s greatest athletes compete for gold in Paris, retired swimming champion Michael Phelps is winning hearts simply by being the ultimate family man. The 28-time Olympic medalist has been soaking up the Games with his wife Nicole and their five-month-old son Nico, creating unforgettable memories and melting hearts along the way.
Social media has been flooded with adorable moments of the Phelps family enjoying the Olympic experience. From Nico’s fashionable baby beret to Michael’s gentle parenting moments (including a viral video of him rocking his son during events), the trio has become an unexpected highlight of the Paris Games. Fans particularly loved seeing the infant wearing protective headphones while taking in the action, proving he’s already a pro at Olympic spectating.
The internet has been buzzing about Michael’s distinguished new look—his full beard now flecked with gray—with many fans joking about how it makes them feel old. Others couldn’t stop complimenting Nicole’s effortless elegance and how strongly baby Nico favors his gorgeous mother.
Beyond the cute family photos, Michael recently shared heartfelt insights about fatherhood, explaining how being present for his four boys means everything to him after growing up without his own father. He and Nicole have developed creative ways to handle their active sons’ roughhousing, teaching them emotional awareness through techniques they call “lion breath.”
Though some raised eyebrows at a shirtless baby photo Michael posted earlier, most fans defended the bonding moment, proving that whether in or out of the pool, Phelps continues to make waves.
