All about Patrick Mahomes’ three children, Sterling, Bronze and Golden, as he and Brittany prepare to welcome baby No. 4 | NFL News
Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are preparing to welcome their fourth child, adding another member to a family that has grown alongside the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback’s remarkable NFL career. The couple already share three children: Sterling Skye, Patrick “Bronze” Lavon Mahomes III and Golden Raye. From Sterling’s first appearance on the football field to Bronze and Golden joining their parents at major family celebrations, each child has had a special place in their lives. Their growing family also reflects Patrick’s approach to fatherhood, which has always centered on letting his children find their own interests.
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes are preparing to welcome their fourth child
The Mahomes family is getting ready for another major change. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have already experienced the demands and happiness of raising three young children, and baby No. 4 will make their household even bigger.The couple’s journey into parenthood began in 2021, shortly after Patrick proposed to Brittany at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl ring ceremony on September 1, 2020. Later that month, they announced that they were expecting their first child.Brittany shared the pregnancy news with a photograph of the couple holding a sonogram, writing, “Just taking a small detour to the wedding😬❤️.”They married on March 12, 2022, in a ceremony that included their daughter Sterling as the flower girl. Patrick had previously told PEOPLE that he hoped his daughter would be part of the wedding. Brittany later confirmed that Sterling had indeed taken on the role, making the occasion even more special for the family.
Sterling Skye Mahomes was their first child
Sterling Skye Mahomes was born on February 20, 2021, in Kansas City, Missouri. Patrick and Brittany announced her arrival with a photograph of their newborn holding her father’s finger. Their announcement also revealed her birth details: 6 pounds and 11 ounces.The couple initially decided against sharing Sterling’s face publicly. Brittany explained that they wanted to wait until they felt comfortable doing so. Sterling eventually made her Instagram debut in June 2021, four months after her birth.She soon became a familiar face among Chiefs fans. Sterling appeared alongside her father in an Oakley commercial, giving Patrick another reason to celebrate his daughter’s growing personality.“We got a special day. We got Ster-Ster’s first commercial,” Patrick said at the time. “She’s going to be the real star of the family.”Sterling has also developed a noticeable connection with her father’s football career. During the 2022 season, she and Brittany wore matching Chiefs-inspired outfits, including red pants and black shirts with the Mahomes name.Her game-day wardrobe became even more personal in 2024. Sterling wore a custom denim outfit featuring patches referencing Patrick, including his jersey number and the word “daddy.”Brittany spoke about her daughter’s excitement around game days in January 2024. “She truly enjoys going down to the field and getting to see him before the game,” she told PEOPLE. “I think it’s a very special moment wherever I get to bring them to the game and they get to watch their dad play football.”
Patrick “Bronze” Mahomes III joined the family in 2022
The Mahomes family welcomed its first son on November 28, 2022. Patrick and Brittany announced his arrival through Instagram, introducing him as Patrick “Bronze” Lavon Mahomes III.The announcement featured a photograph of the newborn’s feet resting on a fleece blanket bearing the Mahomes name. A custom diamond chain with Bronze’s name was also placed beside him.His arrival brought a new dynamic to the household. Brittany had already experienced motherhood with Sterling, but managing two young children presented its own challenges.In December 2022, she offered a glimpse of those early parenting days on X, writing, “Today is my first day of chaos since having 2 kids,” before adding, “Both screaming, both not wanting to nap.”Bronze also became part of the family’s Super Bowl traditions at an early age. He accompanied Brittany and Sterling to the 2023 Super Bowl in Arizona and the 2024 championship game in Las Vegas.Patrick even celebrated his son’s second birthday through a footwear collaboration. Ahead of the occasion in November 2024, the quarterback unveiled the Mahomes 2 Impact FLX Bronze training shoes with Adidas.“Celebrating Bronze’s birthday with his own colorway,” Patrick wrote on Instagram.
Golden Raye Mahomes completed their family of five
Patrick and Brittany welcomed their third child, Golden Raye Mahomes, on January 12, 2025. The couple announced her arrival through a joint Instagram post featuring a black-and-white photograph of their daughter’s tiny feet held by her parents.“•Golden Raye Mahomes•1/12/25🎀✨,” the announcement read.They had revealed the pregnancy in July 2024 with a family video documenting a photoshoot. “Round three, here we come,” they wrote alongside the announcement. The couple later confirmed that they were expecting another girl.Golden’s name also continued the family’s distinctive naming tradition. Sterling, Bronze and Golden all draw inspiration from precious metals, giving the three siblings a shared connection through their names.Her first birthday in January 2026 brought another family celebration. Brittany shared footage from a flower-themed party featuring a bouncy castle and a ball pit.“Celebrated our Golden girl with the best crew,” she wrote.
Patrick Mahomes wants his children to choose their own path
While football is central to Patrick’s professional life, he has made it clear that he does not intend to push his children towards the same career.During an October 2022 appearance on Football in America, the quarterback discussed how he planned to approach his children’s potential sporting interests.“I’m going to teach my son, my daughter all the fundamentals and whatever they want to learn,” the three-time Super Bowl MVP explained. “But at the same time … I want to let it be about them … That’s what my dad did growing up, that’s what my parents did. They didn’t pressure me to do anything. I think that’s why I’m in the position I am today.”That approach offers a glimpse into how Patrick views his responsibilities away from the NFL. He wants his children to have the freedom to explore their interests rather than inherit expectations because of their father’s achievements.With Sterling, Bronze and Golden already part of the family, the arrival of their fourth child will bring another chapter to the Mahomes household. Patrick may be one of football’s biggest stars, but his own words suggest that he wants his children to build identities that have little to do with his reputation on the field.
