The love between former Boston Red Sox star Johnny Damon and his wife, Michelle, has lasted two decades and is still going strong. After his divorce from Angela Vannic in 2002, Damon tied the knot with Michelle Mangan, and the couple marked their 20th anniversary on Monday.
The couple shares six children together, including five daughters and a son.
To mark the occasion, Damon shared several photos capturing glimpses of their 20 years of marriage. In the caption, Johnny expressed his love and appreciation for Michelle, writing:
"20 years, countless memories, and a love that only grows stronger with time. Here’s to forever with my soulmate."
Among the photos, Damon and Michelle can be seen sharing intimate moments while enjoying various adventures.
Michelle Damon celebrates Johnny Damon's birthday with video montage
On Nov. 5, Johnny Damon turned 51, and his wife Michelle paid tribute to her beloved husband and father to their six kids. The video she shared included Damon enjoying time with family during vacations, at home and on adventurous trips.
"Happy Birthday Babe! I hope your birthday wish comes true. 🥳 Thank U to my iPhone which made this video (but I did pick the song) since I am terrible at taking pictures and posting; even tho I am pregnant in a lot of the photos 🤪🎉 I am just going with it 🤷♀️ but I am happy that both your mom & dad along with several friends were here wishing you a happy birthday," Michelle wrote in caption.
Johnny Damon played 18 seasons in Major League Baseball, making his debut on Aug. 12, 1995, with the Kansas City Royals. Throughout his career, Damon played for several notable teams, including the Oakland Athletics, Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, Detroit Tigers, Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Indians, before making his final MLB appearance on Aug. 1, 2012.
Damon finished his career with a .284 batting average, 2,769 hits, 235 home runs, 1,139 RBIs and 408 stolen bases.
A two-time All-Star (2002 and 2005), Damon played a pivotal role in helping the Boston Red Sox break their 86-year championship drought by winning the 2004 World Series. He later secured another World Series title with the New York Yankees in 2009.