Danica Patrick Reveals Shocking Details of ‘Emotionally Abusive’ Aaron Rodgers Romance

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Danica Patrick says she is moving on after a difficult period of her life.

The former NASCAR driver claimed that her previous romance with Aaron Rodgers was emotionally harmful, stating that the split in 2020 brought about the greatest emotional turmoil she had ever endured.

On the May 21st episode of the Sage Steele Show, Patrick expressed that because it was unexpected, it seemed as though it had a profound impact on him, stating, “Living with someone encompasses your entire existence.

She went on to say, “Given how emotionally abusive our bond was, it eroded my self-assurance until there was virtually none left. It’s hard for others to comprehend that someone like me could ever doubt myself or lose faith in my identity fundamentals. My life was shattered into pieces. He has a path of destruction behind him.

TopMob News has reached out to Rodgers’ rep for comment on Patrick’s remarks and has not heard back

The former racing champion, who was romantically involved with the NFL star during his tenure as the Green Bay Packers’ main quarterback for a period of two years, disclosed some insights gained from their separation.

The 43-year-old expressed that it was a profound realization for them, understanding just how essential it is for them to prioritize self-care and personal presence in their life.

Looking back, I chose to overlook it, the racing champion explained further. “In retrospect, my mindset was always ‘I thrive on challenges; I can manage tough situations,’ so I simply viewed it as another challenge to conquer.

Despite dealing with the pain of the breakup, Patrick feels no shame or regret about it.

She explained, “Everything is a part of learning your lessons and growing into who you are. It doesn’t mean you won’t encounter tough times, but rather, you learn to navigate them more swiftly and serenely. Moreover, you need to embrace the challenges and endure the discomfort. Don’t shy away from the struggles, for they are an essential part of your journey.

Rodgers fondly reminisces about his past relationship with Patrick. In an interview for the Aubrey Marcus Podcast in 2022, he mentioned, “That connection was significant for me since she was on her personal path and spirituality played a crucial role in her life. We were both discovering ourselves, exploring various aspects, and practicing meditation exercises together.

Currently, Rodgers isn’t a free agent when it comes to relationships; he’s been dating his present girlfriend for several months now.

He mentioned during the April 17th episode of The Pat McAfee Show that he’s currently at a new stage in his life. At 41, he is involved in a committed relationship.

In early May, there were whispers about Rodgers possibly getting married when he was seen wearing a dark ring on his wedding finger at the 2025 Barnstable Brown Gala before the Kentucky Derby. TopMob News tried to get a comment from his representatives but didn’t receive a response.

Previously, the four-time NFL MVP winner was in a relationship with Shailene Woodley, most recently in 2021, but they parted ways the following year. Now, Shailene Woodley, famously known for her role in Big Little Liars, finds herself reflecting on their shared past with feelings of emotion.

She explained to Outside magazine during a December interview that she doesn’t discuss her connection with Aaron often because it frequently brings tears to her eyes. She added, “It wasn’t perfect, but it was enchanting.

Previously, before crossing paths with Patrick, the renowned football player was betrothed to Destiny Newton, as revealed in Ian O’Connor’s 2024 book titled “Out of the Darkness: The Enigma of Aaron Rodgers.” For additional insights into his past romantic endeavors, keep reading.

Before Aaron Rodgers became a four-time MVP, Micala Drews had always found him impressive. According to Ian O’Connor’s book “Out of the Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers” published on Aug. 20, Aaron and Micala dated while they were both students at Pleasant Valley High School in Chico, California. They were both athletic, with Micala playing volleyball and training with the football player. Micala described Aaron as a “funny slightly awkward kid,” but noted that he was a natural leader who led by example and humble confidence. His father, Ed Rodgers, supported his desire to play professionally, taking extensive stats for him on Friday nights and reviewing game footage with him afterward. So it’s no surprise that Micala isn’t taken aback by Aaron’s success, as he had shared his dreams of playing in the NFL with her long ago.

Prior to his engagement with Shailene Woodley, it’s not widely known that Aaron was once engaged to a woman named Destiny Newton. According to a book, their relationship began in 2011, and Destiny was described as an attractive woman from Chico who Aaron had known for years and harbored feelings for. However, Aaron and Destiny’s relationship ended in 2013, with the book suggesting that his parents had hoped he would marry her. A friend of Aaron’s added that if they had stayed together, Destiny would have kept their circle closer-knit.

2014 saw Aaron Rodgers initiate a relationship with Olivia Munn, which prompted speculation regarding his relationships with his father Ed, mother Darla, and brothers Luke and Jordan.

Ed openly admitted to The New York Times that communication between him and Aaron ceased at the end of 2014. In Out of the Darkness, Ian detailed a visit by Aaron’s parents to Green Bay, Wisconsin before a game in December. During their stay, they reportedly had a cordial conversation with Olivia, leaving under the impression that there were no issues among them.

However, tensions supposedly escalated following a poor performance by Aaron in Buffalo, New York later in the month. Ian, citing anonymous sources, claimed that Olivia called Ed and Darla that night and advised them not to attend or meet up with Aaron as planned for his upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Florida.

Olivia refused to comment on the book for Ian. Regarding Aaron’s parents, they informed the author that they had not made any negative remarks to Olivia prior to the alleged call. Ed added, “The only thing I said was, ‘You haven’t been on the scene very long.’ ‘You’re just his girlfriend. We’re his parents.'”

Ian’s book also touches upon other instances of strife, such as a close family member alleging that Darla was displeased by comments Olivia had made publicly about sex, including an interview before the Buffalo game. TopMob News has contacted Olivia’s representative for comment on the book.

Three years into their relationship, Aaron and Olivia parted ways in 2017. During an interview with Andy Cohen Live the following year, Olivia spoke about speculations concerning her ex’s family.

In that interview, she mentioned being acquainted with Aaron’s brother Jordan, who featured on JoJo Fletcher’s season of The Bachelorette and discussed the siblings’ estrangement. She had only met Aaron’s parents and dad a few times. It is unclear if she ever interacted with Aaron’s other brother, Luke.

Olivia hinted at family issues arising before her romance with Aaron—stating that he hadn’t spoken to his parents and one brother for approximately eight months prior to their relationship starting. Although she did not specify which brother, the book suggests it was Luke, who declined an interview request from Ian.

In the SiriusXM series, Olivia expressed that she advised Aaron to have a sincere conversation with his parents in an attempt to repair their relationship. She shared that they had a positive interaction and started attending events together during her first year in Green Bay in 2014. However, without providing further details, she suggested things changed.

In the book, Ed stated that it was false that Aaron had already cut off communication with his parents and brother before dating Olivia. He added, “She fabricated stories to make herself appear favorable…. She claimed the family was dysfunctional before she met Aaron, which is nonsense,” he told Ian. “We were attending all of his games; we were staying at his house. Our relationship was strong, with no problems.

In her conversation with Andy, Olivia conveyed that it can be intricate to balance family, fame, and success when one’s dreams are tied to another’s accomplishments, as this seems to be the case with Aaron and his athletic family members. She pointed out that Aaron is a top-tier quarterback in sports, and everyone in their family shares similar careers. She noted that there are many complexities involved because their professions influence each other directly. Olivia implied that it’s unfair when someone leverages your success to boost themselves while simultaneously undermining you, which she believes was done to Aaron. However, Aaron’s mother, Darla, refuted this claim in the book, stating that unlike some showbiz families like the Kardashians who compete for fame and attention, their family doesn’t behave in such a manner.

In the book, Aaron stated that Olivia, who is John Mulaney’s wife and mother of their 2-year-old son Malcolm, should not be held responsible for the family conflicts, as she had no involvement in the past. At 40 years old, Aaron expressed confusion about why his relatives have been discussing the family rift publicly. He likened it to a game of poker, suggesting that since they hold all the cards, there’s no need to bluff or fabricate stories.

Aaron also shared instances in the book where he felt misunderstood, such as skipping a friend’s wedding in 2015 upon learning his family was invited (he explained this to Ian by stating the complexity of the situation). Furthermore, after Jordan appeared on The Bachelorette, Aaron told WISN 12 Sports that it was inappropriate to discuss some family matters publicly and wished him luck in the competition.

Jordan did not respond to interview requests regarding the book. TopMob News has reached out to him for comment but has yet to receive a response.

Following the termination of Aaron’s relationship with Olivia, he began dating Danica Patrick. Although their romance wasn’t confirmed until 2018, they had actually met much earlier. In an interview on The Jenny McCarthy Show in 2018, Danica revealed that they first crossed paths at the ESPYS in 2012. “We both remember…It was quick,” she said, adding that she managed to get his email address but not his phone number.

Throughout their relationship, Aaron and Danica attended red-carpet events together, traveled to Peru, and shared glimpses of their romance on social media. In 2019, rumors circulated that they were living in a $28 million Malibu mansion, but Aaron clarified in Out of the Darkness that he didn’t purchase it with anyone else.

The couple split in 2020, but Aaron has since spoken fondly about their relationship. In a 2022 episode of Aubrey Marcus’ podcast, he expressed that the relationship was beneficial for him because Danica was focused on her own spiritual journey. “Spirituality is important to her,” he said. “We both were finding our way, learning about different things, practicing different meditation techniques.”

In February 2021, TopMob News disclosed that Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley were in a long-distance relationship. Shortly afterward, Rodgers announced his engagement at the NFL Honors, while Woodley confirmed on The Tonight Show later that month that the proposal had taken place some time earlier.

Shailene isn’t frequently mentioned in Out of the Darkness. However, Ian writes that The Fault in Our Stars alum stood by Aaron Rodgers when he chose to skip the Packers’ offseason training in 2021 due to disagreements with the team, with the author referencing a video that Shailene allegedly retweeted, featuring ESPN host Stephen A. Smith criticizing the Packers’ treatment of Rodgers.

Reports emerged in February 2022 that Shailene and Rodgers—who expressed his affection for her on Instagram—had split. In January 2023, Woodley spoke candidly to PORTER about her experience being in a high-profile relationship.

“I dated someone very famous in America,” she said. “It was the first time I had a ‘famous’ relationship, and I watched the scrutiny, opinions, people’s desire to know our lives—it felt invasive in a way that, before, it was fun. I’m a private person, and so any time I posted anything, I instantly felt like I was revealing too much of myself to people I didn’t necessarily trust.

In 2013, Aaron chose to speak up regarding speculations about his private life that revolved around his sexuality, as he usually keeps such matters private.

On his radio show “Tuesdays With Aaron”, he clarified, “I’m not gay. I have a strong attraction towards women.

Why did the quarterback choose to voice his opinion initially? He explained that the rumor was portrayed in a manner that was disrespectful towards his friends who identify as gay.

In the book, Aaron expressed his anger towards the way the rumor was presented as it aimed to embarrass being gay. He has numerous friends who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and he felt compelled to challenge those spreading such hateful sentiments. Interestingly, this topic had been discussed with the radio show host Jason Wilde on several occasions earlier. Aaron made it clear that his motivation was not personal – he didn’t care what they thought of him – but rather he wanted to protect others from being shamed for their sexuality.

Although the nature of Aaron’s future interactions with his parents and siblings remains uncertain, he has expressed his aspiration to establish his own family someday. He articulated this in the book, stating that his longing to be a father stems from his desire to “provide care for someone who depends on you entirely for their basic needs – food, safety, shelter, and life.

Regarding reconciliation, Aaron expressed that he and his father haven’t quite reached their goal yet. He explained to Ian, “It could very well happen, it’s just a matter of timing. Every time I feel like we’re getting close, something odd happens. But I genuinely want a relationship with my dad.”

The two had a disagreement not too long ago, as mentioned in the book. At the 2023 American Century Championship, where Aaron was playing golf and his father had purchased tickets, Aaron approached him.

“I simply wondered,” Aaron continued, “what would be the best move in this situation, and what kind of gesture could I offer him? Because I do care for him deeply. I don’t harbor any ill feelings towards him, despite all that has transpired between us.

According to the book, the family members embraced and expressed their love for each other, marking the first conversation they’d had in years. Yet, Ian observed that there were no further exchanges of messages (even though it was known that Ed and Darla were present at Aaron’s initial game with the Jets, where he sustained a season-ending injury to his Achilles tendon).

Despite everything, the parents conveyed their optimism regarding the future. In essence, Darla explained to Ian that they are more than willing to let go of past grievances and move forward. They expressed a desire for a fresh start, even if it means less frequent contact with their son. They find it strange that they can’t share major life events with him anymore, but they hope to maintain some form of relationship. Ed echoed this sentiment, stating that they hold an endless love for their son and yearn for the continuation of their relationship, regardless of past occurrences.

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2025-05-25 02:18