• Video
  • Shop
  • Culture
  • Family
  • Wellness
  • Food
  • Living
  • Style
  • Travel
  • News
  • Book Club
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Your US State Privacy Rights
  • Children's Online Privacy Policy
  • Interest-Based Ads
  • Terms of Use
  • Do Not Sell My Info
  • Contact Us
  • © 2026 ABC News
  • Culture

Inside Michael Phelps' Secret Wedding

0:22
Michael Phelps Is Married to Nicole Johnson
Mike Marsland/Getty Images
ByJOI-MARIE MCKENZIE
October 30, 2016, 4:18 PM

— -- Michael Phelps said he kept his marriage to Nicole Johnson Phelps a secret for months "just because."

Now the Olympic swimmer and his bride seem comfortable opening up about their big day. The two are giving fans a peek inside their picturesque wedding by sharing photos on Instagram.

Related Articles

Michael Phelps Talks for First Time About Marrying in Secret

Related Articles

Michael Phelps Is Married to Nicole Johnson

There's no word on where the two actually tied the knot, but according to photos shared on Instagram, it appears they wed on a golf course near the Pacific Ocean.

Phelps, 31, captioned a photo of the two walking down the aisle: "My best friend.... I love you!!"

Johnson Phelps, who has officially changed her Instagram handle to "mrs.nicolephelps," captioned another photo of the two on their wedding day: "Truly the happiest day of my life."

According to a record of marriage obtained by ABC News, the Olympic gold medalist and the former Miss California USA wed on June 13. The certificate is registered in Paradise Valley, Arizona.

In a Facebook Live chat on Thursday, Phelps spoke for the first time about his secret wedding.

"I had to keep it a secret from y’all. I had to keep it hush-hush from you guys," he said, smiling. "But Nicole and I are married. We are officially married."

Phelps and Johnson Phelps, who is also 31, announced their engagement in February 2015. The two had an on-again, off-again relationship for eight years before getting engaged. They are parents to a 5-month-old son, Boomer.

Up Next in Culture—

Sarah Michelle Gellar pays tribute to 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' co-star Anthony Head

June 5, 2026

Who David Beckham says is the hidden sleeper for 2026 FIFA World Cup, plus his favorite memory as a player

June 5, 2026

King Charles III's nephew Peter Phillips to marry in royal wedding: What to know

June 5, 2026

Kyle Busch's wife Samantha Busch speaks out for the 1st time after his death

June 5, 2026

Shop GMA Favorites

ABC will receive a commission for purchases made through these links.

Sponsored Content by Taboola

The latest lifestyle and entertainment news and inspiration for how to live your best life - all from Good Morning America.
  • Contests
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Do Not Sell My Info
  • Children’s Online Privacy Policy
  • Advertise with us
  • Your US State Privacy Rights
  • Interest-Based Ads
  • About Nielsen Measurement
  • Press
  • Feedback
  • Shop FAQs
  • ABC News
  • ABC
  • All Videos
  • All Topics
  • Sitemap

© 2026 ABC News
  • Privacy Policy— 
  • Your US State Privacy Rights— 
  • Children's Online Privacy Policy— 
  • Interest-Based Ads— 
  • Terms of Use— 
  • Do Not Sell My Info— 
  • Contact Us— 

© 2026 ABC News