Former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was fired from his role in December 2025 after an internal investigation found “credible evidence” that he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The situation has remained in the headlines in 2026 following legal developments and new interviews that have brought additional attention to his personal life, including his marriage.
“U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately,” Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel announced in December 2025. “Following a University investigation, credible evidence was found that Coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior.”
During a Good Morning Interviewthe former staffer, Paige Shivershared new details about their relationship, including that she became pregnant and had planned to keep the baby before doctors advised her to terminate the pregnancy due to serious health risks.
Moore has not publicly addressed many of the recent claims, including questions about his relationship with his wife and where their marriage stands now. Learn about Sherrone’s marriage, his wife and their marital status below.
Who Is Sherrone Moore’s Wife? Meet Kelli
Sherrone’s wife is Kelly Moore. Per her private X account, Kelli is a self-described “Jesus follower, Coach Moore’s wife, mom, and 🏳️🌈 [LGBTQ+] ally.” The two got engaged in 2014 and married in July 2015.
Sherrone has spoken highly about his wife throughout their marriage. While celebrating their third wedding anniversary, he gushed over his “life partner and best friend” in a July 2018 Instagram post.
“Happy three-year anniversary to my life partner and best friend. So proud of you and all your accomplishments,” Sherrone captioned his post. “I am so happy and blessed beyond measure to call you my wife as the man upstairs leads us to live through him. Love you soo much and excited about what the future holds for us! #skforevermoore #bestfriends #Lifegoalsmeet.”
When Sherrone joined the University of Michigan as its football coach in 2024, the team welcomed him and Kelli with open arms.
“We are thrilled to have Sherrone and his wife, Kelli, and the entire Moore family step into this new role for our football program and university community,” a press release from the school read at the time.
Is Sherrone Moore Still Married to His Wife Kelli?
At the time of publication, Sherrone and Kelli are still legally married. Per her private X and Instagram accounts, Kelli has a picture of her and her husband on her profiles.
Sherrone & Kelli Moore Share Children Together
Sherrone and Kelli are parents to three children: daughters Shiloh, Solei and Sadie.
