Ryan Lochte is putting one chapter of his life behind him, and it looks like he's already writing a new one. The 12-time Olympic medalist, famous in equal parts for his charm as for his winnings, has ignited a steamy new romance just weeks after it was revealed that his wife, Kayla Reid, had filed for divorce. While the split is still relatively new, Lochte didn't wait long to go public with his affection for Molly Gillihan, a new lady who's managing to make some waves sitting next to him.
For the Fourth of July weekend, Lochte posted a carousel of snug Instagram snaps from Daytona Beach, Florida. Buried in the sun-soaked snapshots were several intimate moments between Ryan and Molly: arms interlocked, heads snuggled in, and expressions that led viewers to believe they were more than just casual companions. In one affectionate snapshot, cuddled up on the couch with Ryan's baby niece, Isla, the duo exudes a sense of family and coziness.
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The weekend, however, didn't conclude there. He also posted memories of Molly bonding with his mother, Ileana Lochte, as well as sweet moments of her painting nails with Ryan and Isla. These snippets gave fans a glimpse into what appears to be a new romance that is quickly blending in with Lochte's family. As questions about the timeline of this latest romance continue to swirl, even after an unnamed source alleged Ryan cheated during his marriage to Kayla Lochte, he has not addressed the allegations. But he did release a gracious statement about the divorce earlier, assuring everyone that they are dedicated to co-parenting their three beautiful children.
While the specifics are fuzzy, Lochte is not dipping a toe into the dating pool. Regardless of whether this new fling with Molly Gillihan is a summer fling or something more long-lasting, it's clear that Michael is in a place where he's welcoming change in his personal and public lives with open arms. It will just have to be seen which way the tides turn for now, Ryan Lochte appears to be feeling some warmth in the waves.
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July 08, 2025
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