In professional bull riding, where adrenaline and grit often take centre stage, there are moments when the spotlight turns to the softer side of life. Sage Kimzey‘s journey took an unexpected turn in 2022. A season marred by injury forced the champion to step away temporarily, leaving a void in the bull riding. Little did he know, this break was a blessing in disguise, aligning perfectly with the most significant chapter of his life.

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In a twist of fate, Steele Kimzey made his grand entrance into the world on January 26, 2022, catching everyone off guard, including his father. However, Sage Kimzey recently took a break from the arena to celebrate a milestone that transcends the thrill of eight-second rides–his son’s second birthday. With familial obligations taking the reins this time, Kimzey has come a long way by becoming the archetypal patriarch.

Birthday celebrations and Kimzey stepping up to be the exemplary father he is

Recently, Sage Kimzey took to Instagram to celebrate his son’s birthday, sharing a heartwarming series of three pictures. The first photo captures a tender moment as he embraces his toddler. The next features a charming individual shot of Mr. Steele, radiating cuteness. In the final snapshot, Kimzey holds Steele, and both share infectious smiles.

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The heartfelt caption reads, “Happy birthday to the little boy that made us parents. Every time I look into Mr. Steele’s eyes there are so many thoughts and emotions that fill my soul, but the most prevalent is love. I love you Steele Kimzey. Here’s to you being your favourite number, 2!”

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However, at just two years old, Sage Kimzey’s son, Steele, has already proven to be a steadfast pillar of support for his father. Long before turning two, Steele stood by his champion bull rider dad to support him. In a recent UTB event in Tulsa, both Steele and his mother, Alexis, were present to cheer the legend. Yet, beyond the arena, the love story of Sage and Alexis is nothing short of extraordinary.

Sage Kimzey’s wedding extravaganza sparks Texas-sized magic!

On October 10, 2020, a moment of ineffable effulgence unfolded. Sage Kimzey and his longtime love, journalist and entrepreneur Alexis Bloomer, exchanged vows. The breathtaking ceremony took place at Knotting Hill Place in Little Elm, Texas. Every detail was meticulously attended to, from the illuminated “Kimzey” sign to the white and gold place settings, and even a touch of theatricality with a smoke machine.

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The grandeur of the occasion was befitting the presence of numerous rodeo royalty who graced the celebration. Among them were not only Sage himself but also esteemed personalities. These included Tuff Hedeman, Donnie Gay, Tyson Durfey, and Shane Proctor. Additionally, Hailey Kinsel and Tim O’Connell were also present.

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Maleeha Shakeel is a Senior Olympic Sports Writer at EssentiallySports, known for covering some of the biggest moments in global sport. From the World Athletics Championships 2023 to the Paris Olympics 2024 and the Winter Cup 2025, she has reported live on events that define sporting history. Her coverage has also been cited by Olympics.com on its official platform. Whether breaking developments in real time, such as her widely-followed live blog on Jordan Chiles’ medal revocation, or crafting feature stories that explore the mental and emotional journeys of athletes, Maleehah’s work blends accuracy, clarity, and storytelling flair to resonate with fans worldwide. As part of EssentiallySports’ Journalistic Excellence Program, an in-house initiative to hone advanced reporting, editorial strategy, and audience-focused writing, she has developed a distinct voice that focuses on people, pressure, and pivotal moments. From chronicling Sha’Carri Richardson’s sprints to capturing Letsile Tebogo’s rise, her reporting offers readers insight beyond the scoreboard.

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