The Great One is the nickname given to the greatest athlete of all time, Wayne Gretzky. Having a nickname like that comes with a huge responsibility. And Wayne carried it all the way to the end of his NHL career. The Great One also has five children, which also made him more responsible. The kids, growing up, also had to live up to the expectations of being the children of a sports icon.

Watch What’s Trending Now!

The daughter of Wayne Gretzky, Paulina Gretzky in an interview revealed behind the scenes of her big day. She talked about her wedding with the professional golfer, Dustin Johnson.

She wasn’t just able to decline his request

Paulina Gretzky is in love with her husband in such a way that she just melted even if he muttered a word. Even though she wanted the wedding to be small, she just wasn’t able to decline Dustin’s request.

ADVERTISEMENT

“Dustin is the romantic, I’m like ‘Let’s go to a courthouse’ and he’s like, ‘No, baby, I want a party, I want everyone to celebrate us.’ I’m like ‘Ugh, I have to be the center of attention, OK.’ It really gave me anxiety a little bit to be that girl. I’m going to have like 10 wardrobe changes [at my wedding], though,” Paulina said. She was just unable to decline his request. Although she had anxiety, she decided to take the attention of the crowd.

ALSO READ – “I’ve Waited for 25 Years for This”: Wayne Gretzky Was Drenched in Celebrations After Lifting Maiden Stanley Cup in 1984

ADVERTISEMENT

Dustin Johnson and Paulina Gretzky got married on April 23, 2022. They tied the knot after 10 years of engagement in a romantic wedding ceremony in Tennessee. It was a proud moment for Wayne Gretzky as he witnessed his first child getting ahead in her life with a successful golfer. 

The daughter of Wayne Gretzky

Paulina Gretzky, the first child of Wayne Gretzky is not much of an athlete like her father, but surely she is more likely her mother, Janet Jones. Janet is an American actress who married the Canadian legend in 1988. 

ADVERTISEMENT

Reuters

Paulina has expertise in acting, modeling, and many more fields. She is already successful but is still finding her way to more success, just like both of her parents. Growing up as a child of the great one was difficult for her. People had high expectations of her. Although she managed to go through it all to follow her passion.

ADVERTISEMENT

WATCH THIS STORY – Paulina Gretzky Revealed How Her Dad Gave The ‘Best Dating Advice’ Before She Married Dustin Johnson

What do you think of Paulina Gretzky’s love for her husband? Aren’t they adorable? Let us know in the comment section.

ADVERTISEMENT

Share this with a friend:

Link Copied!

Written by

author-image

Rahul Goutam Hoom

2,662 Articles

Rahul Goutam Hoom is a Senior NHL Correspondent at EssentiallySports, with nearly three years of experience covering North America’s premier hockey action. Armed with a Master’s in Mass Communication and Journalism, he specializes in delivering sharp, accessible coverage that resonates with both die-hard fans and casual followers. A consistent presence at the ES Trends Desk, Rahul blends a beat reporter’s precision with a fan’s enthusiasm. His coverage of the Florida Panthers’ season, including a widely shared report on Matthew Tkachuk’s lighthearted rule breach, showcased his knack for spotting moments that cut through the noise. Beyond the rink, his cross-sport expertise extends to the ES Horse Racing Desk, where he has contributed to major event coverage such as the Kentucky Derby. With his mix of editorial clarity, storytelling skill, and multi-sport versatility, Rahul has become a trusted and engaging voice in US sports journalism.

Know more

Edited by

editor-image

Gideon Mathson