Ciara's Son With Future Now Has Russell Wilson's Surname, Know The NFL Star's Love Story With Her

Grammy-winning singer and actress, Ciara and her NFL fame beau, Russell Wilson, are once again generating buzz on social media. The celebrity couple, hailing from two distinct worlds of sports and Hollywood, have come together and carved out a movie-like life, filled with love. Ciara and Russell are frequently spotted together in public. They are known for openly sharing their relationship and family life with the public. Recently, their presence at the US Open went viral due to an interesting update regarding their family dynamics coming to light.

Ciara and Russell Wilson's heartwarming family time at the 2025 US Open

Ciara and Russell Wilson went viral during their family outing at the 2025 US Open, where their display of joy and togetherness attracted significant attention. The couple, along with their children Future Zahir and Sienna Princess, was seen enjoying the tennis tournament in New York. Fans noticed how effortlessly they balanced superstar energy with the intimacy of parenthood.

Novak Djokovic made Ciara and Russell Wilson's son's day

During their time at the US Open, the Wilsons and their children met the Serbian tennis star, Novak Djokovic. He spent time with the family and took photos, with them. Future Zahir was also ecstatic about being able to watch Djokovic practice for his game. Russell shared the pics on Instagram, noting that their 11-year-old son 'will remember this moment forever.' Besides the heartwarming moment, the Wilson family appreciated Russell sharing unknown information about them with the fans.

Ciara legally changed her eldest son's surname to Wilson

Russell Wilson shared a family picture from their US Open visit on Instagram, captioning it as 'Mrs. @ciara Wilson Future Wilson & Sienna Wilson.' Russell, referring to Ciara's son with her previous partner, rapper Future, as 'Future Wilson', fueled a viral conversation. It was an official confirmation that Future Zahir Wilburn now officially carries the last name of his stepfather, Russell Wilson. The change, which took place several years ago, came to public attention through Russell's viral post.

Does Russell Wilson have custody of Ciara's eldest son?

While news reports initially prompted speculation that Russell Wilson had formally adopted his stepson, Future Zahir Wilburn, it was later confirmed that this was not the case. It was simply a name change to provide a sense of familial unity and belonging without any adoption involvement. The child's full legal name now includes both Wilburn, from his biological father, rapper Future, and Wilson, from his stepfather, Russell.

Ciara has full custody of her son, and thereby, she was entitled to handle the legal proceedings regarding adding 'Wilson' to his surname. Back in 2019, Ciara had filed a petition to change her son's name to Russell Wilson Jr., but it was denied. However, she didn't leave the issue hanging and finally secured Future Zahir's legal rights to his new dad's surname.

Know about Ciara and Russell Wilson's love story

Ciara and Russell began dating after a chance meeting at a basketball game in March 2015. Russell asked her out for dinner, and their first date immediately confirmed for both of them that they had a deep connection. The two were so engrossed in conversation that they forgot to eat. At the time, Ciara was a new mother to her son, Future Zahir. Soon after their first date, Russell met Ciara's son and her father. She was impressed by how he completely embraced her and her son.

Ciara and Russell Wilson tied the knot after a year of dating

Ciara and Russell got married in July 2016 and are now parents to four children, including Ciara's son, Future Zahir. They became a married couple a year after their first official appearance together at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 28, 2015. In July 2015, Russell shared in an interview with Pastor Miles McPherson that he and Ciara had decided to be celibate until marriage, a decision that made headlines.

What are your thoughts on Ciara legally changing her son's surname to Wilson? Let us know.

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