“I’m just trying to go out there and just hoop,” Tyler Herro once said. This is what he exactly does each time he’s on the court. From the moment Herro stepped on the court with the Miami Heat, he’s been capturing NBA fans with his impressive performances. But the 22-year-old also gains fame for his off-court life, particularly his relationship with Katya Elise Henry. The power couple often share pictures, allowing fans a sneak peek into their lives. But just recently, Katya has suddenly made a significant shift in her life. But why?

Katya Elise Henry and Tyler Herro’s bond kicked off over a 3-letter text! What does Katya do for a living?

Back in 2020, when the world went shut, people shifted their offices to home, kids started studying from home, and sports + live entertainment faced a hard stop, Tyler Herro was up to something else. Remember when people started sharing their lives on the internet and the powerful term/social role “influencer” was born? Just like that, Katya Elise Henry was an Instagram model to whom the hooper sent a simple text ‘WYD’, which in internet slang means “What you doing?”

Who knew this simple text would bloom into a relationship? In March 2020, the duo connected via text, marking the beginning of their love story. The hooper, then, was just a rookie navigating with NBA and injuries. It’s safe to say that the two of them have faced their fair share of considerable ups and downs.

In early 2022, there were rumors of the couple’s separation following her cryptic post on Instagram: “If you cheat on someone willing to do anything for you, you cheated yourself out of loyalty,” she shared. However, she removed the post and they seemed to have been back together. But did you know that she is the owner of multiple brands?

Yes, Katya is not just a fitness model but also runs multiple brands, such as Kiss My Peach Swimwear, WBK FIT, Blessed Protein, and EHPlabs. But recently she’s taken a step back from all her work to embrace motherhood!

On Instagram, Henry shared, “After reflection and consideration, I have decided to step away from WBKfit, Workouts By Katya, Kiss My Peach Swimwear, EHPlabs, and Blessed Protein. As I enter a new chapter of life growing older and embracing motherhood – my priorities have naturally shifted………….. With all love and gratitude, Katya Elise Henry.”

Katya Henry and Tyler Herro are parents to two. They welcomed their first child, a daughter named Zya, in September 2021. Less than 2 years later, in January 2023, the couple welcomed their second child, a son named Harlem. Since becoming a mother, she has been seen embracing it. Recently, Katya shared a photo of custom-made Miami Heat fits, with her children shouting out their hero.

Her choice to embrace family over business reflects a profound shift in her priorities. By stepping back from her entrepreneurial ventures, Henry highlights the importance of personal connections and nurturing relationships, amidst having all the riches one can have in life. Her decision signifies a commitment to motherhood, demonstrating that fulfillment can definitely come from family life!