Actor Dylan Sprouse once again captured hearts with his unwavering support for his wife, supermodel Barbara Palvin, at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. This year, his gesture moved beyond playful cutouts to a powerful statement for endometriosis awareness, a cause close to their hearts following Palvin’s recent surgery, all while she bravely walked the runway with a broken foot.
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025 in New York City was not just a spectacle of glamour and style; it was also a poignant moment for celebrity couple Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin. While Palvin captivated audiences on the runway, her husband, Sprouse, used the spotlight to champion a deeply personal cause: endometriosis awareness. This gesture underscores a consistent theme in their public relationship: profound mutual support that evolves with their journey together.
A History of Heartfelt Support: Dylan’s Unconventional Gifts
Dylan Sprouse has a charming tradition of bringing unique tokens of support for Barbara Palvin to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. These gestures highlight his dedication and playful spirit, often becoming viral moments that fans adore.
- 2018: The Shake Shack Savior
During her runway appearance in 2018, Sprouse famously waited backstage with a bag of Shake Shack burgers for Palvin, a thoughtful treat for her after the demanding show. As Palvin shared with People, “He is bringing Shake Shack burgers for me.” - 2024: The Pet Parade
Last year, at the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Sprouse elevated his support by holding up cardboard cutouts of their beloved pets. This visually striking display showcased his affectionate nature and commitment to cheering on his wife, a moment he recalled as less “subtle” than his recent one.
Beyond the Runway: Championing Endometriosis Awareness in 2025
The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show marked a significant shift in Sprouse’s tradition, as his “subtle gift” carried a profound message. On the red carpet, the actor revealed he was distributing endometriosis awareness pins, a direct show of support for Barbara Palvin who recently underwent surgery for the condition.
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Sprouse explained, “This is an endometriosis awareness pin, trying to raise some awareness for that. Barbara had just gone through a surgery for endo, and as we were talking about it and as she discovered with her own research, there’s sadly a lack of research.” He emphasized the importance of this initiative, noting how many women reached out to Palvin after she spoke about her experience, some realizing their own symptoms after seeing her post.
This initiative highlights the couple’s dedication to using their platform for good, transforming a personal challenge into an opportunity for broader public education and support for a condition that affects countless individuals globally.
Barbara Palvin: Strength in Every Stride
Palvin’s appearance on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2025 runway was particularly remarkable given her recent health challenges and a new injury. She walked in a stunning brown lingerie set, styled with a flowy slip dress, and later appeared in a dazzling silver chainmail skirt and corset top, complete with wings.
However, behind her enchanting presence was immense personal resilience. Palvin bravely disclosed to Us Weekly that she was “very nervous” because she was “walking on a broken foot.” Sprouse echoed this sentiment, revealing to Elle that watching her was “super nerve-wracking as her husband” because “She broke her foot four weeks ago and she’s also walking on kind of like a three-quarter heel today, so I’m going to be sweating bullets.” This testament to her strength only deepened Sprouse’s admiration, as he proudly stated in an Instagram post, “Very proud of my angel tonight, the hard work you’ve put in, the diligence, the fact you had a broken foot. Very proud husband. You’re the hardest worker I know.”
A Love Story for the Ages: The Sprouse-Palvin Journey
The relationship between Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin has unfolded like a modern fairytale, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. Their journey began in 2017 with an Instagram DM from Sprouse, after Palvin followed him. Palvin, taking her time, waited six months to reply, acknowledging she needed to be in a better mindset for what she instinctively knew could be “something more.”
Their first official date happened in China, where Palvin unexpectedly traveled to meet Sprouse while he was filming. The connection was immediate and effortless, leading to their relationship becoming public in 2018. They moved into a Brooklyn apartment in January 2019, deepening their bond.
The couple quietly got engaged in September 2022 in Big Sur, California, a place chosen for their shared love of sea otters, as Sprouse shared with People. They confirmed their engagement in a V Magazine interview conducted by Dylan’s brother, Cole Sprouse, explaining their desire to share the news on their own terms.
In July 2023, they married in Hungary, Palvin’s home country, in the same church where her parents exchanged vows. The “intimate event” grew to 115 guests, reflecting their desire to share their special day with everyone they cared about, as Palvin told Vogue. Their marriage, built on strong foundations, even thrived through quarantine, with Sprouse telling Entertainment Tonight that it made them “stronger than ever.”
The 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show once again showcased the depth of their connection, with Dylan Sprouse’s thoughtful and meaningful support for Barbara Palvin shining as brightly as the runway lights. His advocacy for endometriosis awareness marks a new chapter in their public displays of affection, proving that true love is not just about grand gestures but also about standing by each other through life’s most challenging moments.
