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A dancer who was romantically linked with Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis has ended speculation that he is the father of her child after announcing she's expecting a baby.
Hayden Hopkins, 26, shared her pregnancy news on Instagram last month. She posted a stunning black-and-white beach photo of herself cradling her bump, simply captioning it 'baby'.
While Hayden didn't reveal the identity of the baby's father, the timing of her post sparked speculation about her alleged relationship with Davis. Amid the rumours, she has revealed he is not the father. On Monday, she took to Instagram to post: "Reports of Mark Davis being the father of my child are wildly untrue.
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"I was pictured sitting next to him at a game in 2022 and have endured false rumors of a romantic relationship since. I was just a guest sitting in the owner's box with other friends. These continued media stories are negatively affecting what should be my happiest days. Joey and I are excited to welcome our baby in the fall."
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Hayden and Davis made headlines in 2022 when she was seen in his suite at Allegiant Stadium. Adding fuel to the rumours, Hayden shared a snap from her premium seats at the game, captioning it 'Fun game'. When quizzed by a fan about her experience in the owner's box, she responded: "Haha MD [Mark Davis] is a legend! He's my neighbour/friend."
Perhaps the pair have a shared entrepreneurial interest, as along with her dancing career Hopkins founded the 'HHxx' dancewear label at just 18 years old as part of a larger personal brand. Hayden is a renowned dancer in Las Vegas, winning numerous awards and performing with top artists like Jason Derulo.
Hopkins' journey from Seattle to the glitz of Las Vegas is a tale of sheer determination and talent, starting with dance championships in her teens and eventually landing magazine covers. Recently, she dazzled audiences as "La Belle" in Cirque du Soleil's "Mystere" in the heart of Sin City.
Davis and Hopkins were spotted together watching the Raiders in his suite at Allegiant StadiumWith over 216k followers on Instagram, Hopkins not only captivates on stage but also online, frequently sharing snaps from scenic beaches that flaunt her impressive physique. Before settling in Vegas, she toured the United States Canada, and Australia, teaching and performing her crafted dance routines.
Davis has remained mum about his personal life. Since taking over the Raiders following his father Al's death in 2011, the 69-year-old has largely kept his private affairs from the public eye.
Davis, the mastermind behind the Raiders' bold move from Oakland to Las Vegas, is chasing their first Super Bowl win since coach Tom Flores' era and owns the twice-crowned WNBA champs, the Las Vegas Aces.