Lindsay Arnold and husband Sam Cusick transformed their high school love story into a lasting marriage.
The Dancing With the Stars pro and her now-husband began dating as teenagers in Salt Lake City. Cusick popped the question in December 2014 while the pair were on vacation in Africa.
Less than one year later, Cusick and the So You Think You Can Dance alum tied the knot in a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ceremony in June 2015.
“I’ve loved Sam since I was 16 years old and today I officially get to spend the rest of my life with him — through giggles and tears, and every moment in between!” the bride told Us Weekly in a statement on her wedding day.
Arnold continued to compete on DWTS throughout her marriage, and Cusick was her No. 1 fan each season. After announcing that their family was expanding in May 2020, Arnold and Cusick welcomed daughter Sage in November 2020. Less than two years later, Arnold revealed she was pregnant with their second child. They welcomed daughter June in May 2023.
Scroll down to relive the couple’s romance:
December 2014
The high school sweethearts got engaged during a visit to Africa.
June 2015
Arnold and Cusick exchanged vows in their Utah hometown. DWTS pros Carson, Emma Slater and Jenna Johnson were among the bridesmaids on the special day.
October 2018
The couple were all smiles as Arnold snapped a mirror selfie pre-performance.
May 2020
“Ohhhhhh baby 👶 Mom and Dad love you already ❤️❤️ #November2020 #pregnant #pregnancyannouncement,” the choreographer gushed via Instagram while revealing her first pregnancy.
November 2020
Arnold welcomed daughter Sage via C-section. “The most beautiful surprise on this very special day,” she captioned her baby’s Instagram debut.
January 2021
“Mom and Dad ❤️ My Best Friend,” the ballroom pro wrote in a lengthy social media tribute to Cusick, sharing the “key to a happy and successful marriage” with her followers. “On top of everything else your spouse should be your best friend. … This guy is my official bestie and I wouldn’t have it any other way.”
July 2021
The twosome enjoyed a summer getaway to Lake Powell in southern Utah.
December 2021
Cusick was all smiles for a selfie with his wife in Hawaii.
May 2022
Arnold reflected on the early days of her relationship with her husband during a YouTube Q&A, revealing the pair got caught breaking into their high school football field as teens. “Sam and I made out in the press box in the rain. … The police came and chased us,” she teased.
June 2022
The ABC star celebrated seven years of marriage with a sweet anniversary post. “Since day one Sam has always been my best friend and I truly believe that is what has gotten us through the challenges and ups and downs of marriage,” she wrote via Instagram. “Through everything he has been the person I feel most comfortable being my true self around and the one who loves me at my best and at my worst. Grateful for our love and for the life we have created together 💕 Happy Anniversary to us 💕.”
July 2022
“Summer nights and country concerts are always a good combo 💕💕,” Arnold captioned a photo from a Chris Stapleton concert.
October 2022
The pair announced Arnold’s second pregnancy with gorgeous maternity shoot photos. “We are beyond grateful and feel so blessed to be adding a new addition to our family and Sage cannot wait to be a big sister 🥹,” the then-expectant star told her Instagram followers.
May 2023
“She is here and healthy. Arrived this afternoon. Will share more soon,” Arnold wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of her second child with Cusick.
