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A peaceful day on the golf course turned into unexpected internet buzz for Stephen Curry and his wife, Ayesha Curry. In a now-viral video, the Golden State Warriors star paused a casual round of golf to sign a young fan’s jersey.
It was certainly an act of kindness that didn’t go unnoticed. But it wasn’t just Steph’s generosity that drew attention.
All eyes quickly shifted to Ayesha, whose reaction sparked a wave of online chatter.
Ayesha Curry’s reaction to Stephen Curry signing a kid’s jersey goes viral
In the short clip, Stephen Curry is seen stopping his golf cart to greet a young fan and the kid’s mother. He graciously signs the kid’s Warriors jersey and a card, smiling warmly throughout the interaction. Fans praised the gesture, calling it “vintage Curry” and a “class act.”But Ayesha, seated next to him, wasn’t quite in the same headspace. She remained on her phone, glanced at the fan without much reaction, and offered a look that some online described as “annoyed” or “unimpressed.” While she didn’t say anything overtly negative. While Ayesha responded back with a “hi” after the kid’s mother greeted her, her reaction was not something that fans expected.
Many fans were less forgiving, accusing her of being cold or dismissive during what should have been a feel-good moment.
However, not everyone was critical; many came to Ayesha’s defense, suggesting she was simply hoping for a quiet day with her husband, away from the constant interruptions that come with fame.
Unavoidable fan moments often chase Stephen Curry and his family
While Stephen Curry is universally celebrated for his down-to-earth vibe, it’s easy to forget the toll constant public attention can take, especially on his family. Ayesha isn’t just “Steph’s wife.” She’s a successful entrepreneur, cookbook author, and TV personality in her own right.
Still, moments like this show how hard it can be to simply exist in peace when the cameras never stop rolling.The Currys had been enjoying a summer full of family milestones, from celebrating their youngest son's first birthday to dressing up as Super Mario Bros. for their daughter Riley’s party. This round of golf likely felt like a chance to unplug. But when a young fan approached, Steph instinctively leaned into his role as a role model.
And Ayesha? Maybe she just wanted the moment to pass.Regardless, the clip went viral, primarily due to the popularity of the couple.Also Read: Sophie Cunningham makes surprising admission saying she’d risk WNBA schedule just to hang with Summer House crew
FAQs
Why did the video of Ayesha Curry go viral?Viewers reacted to her seemingly annoyed expression while Steph signed a fan’s jersey.Did Ayesha say anything rude to the fan?No, her reaction was silent— just body language that some interpreted as cold.What was Stephen Curry doing in the video?He stopped his golf cart mid-round to kindly sign a fan’s jersey and card.