Russell Wilson Celebrates ‘Incredible’ Wife Ciara’s 40th Birthday: ‘Sticking with You FOREVER!’

Happy birthday, Ciara!

The singer was celebrated on her milestone 40th birthday on Saturday, Oct. 25, by husband Russell Wilson.

“Sticking with you FOREVER!!! ❤️🙏🏾 Happy Birthday to my world, @ciara,” the football player, 36, wrote in an Instagram tribute, sharing a post featuring various photos and videos of the couple and their family.

“God had a purpose putting us together — a force for something greater. Watching you shine as an incredible wife, mom, artist, and entrepreneur inspires me every single day. You do it all with grace, strength, and love. The family we’re building and the woman you are amaze me beyond words. I thank God for you constantly,” he continued. “I love you more than words can say baby!!! Daddy loves you!”

In the comments section, Ciara responded, “Awe Baby! You always make me feel like I’m on top of the world! Thanks for loving me the way you do and making me feel special on this day as you always do! I love you sooooo much!”

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Ciara and Wilson first met at a Wisconsin basketball game in March 2015. The pair hit it off, and the athlete proposed to the “Goodies” musician during a surprise vacation a year later.

In July 2016, Ciara and Wilson exchanged vows during a secret wedding ceremony at Peckforton Castle in Cheshire, England.

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The couple later welcomed three children together: daughters Sienna, 8, and Amora, 22 months, plus son Win, 5.

Ciara is also a mother to son Future Zahir, 11, from her previous relationship with rapper Future.

Ciara and Wilson marked their ninth wedding anniversary back in July. At the time, the New York Giants star posted a sentimental social media tribute in honor of the occasion.

Sharing a video that featured various photographs of the couple throughout their relationship, Wilson wrote in the caption of his post, “From the moment I met you, I knew God was showing me the way.”

“Every day since has been a reflection of His grace — full of love, laughter, purpose, and the kind of partnership I used to pray for,” he continued.

Added Wilson: “Happy Anniversary, my queen @ciara. You light up my life in ways words can’t explain. Here’s to the journey we’ve walked … and the one we’re still writing together. I love you, endlessly. ❤️.”