Jake Paul hasn’t stopped bragging about the fact that he basically hit the jackpot with his fiancée, Dutch Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam. Since getting together, fans have noticed a softer side of the YouTuber-turned-boxer. And much of that growth seems to come from the presence of Jutta – graceful, focused, and everything Jake’s chaotic brand never used to be. He’s gone all-in on their relationship, treating her like royalty, and she’s been soaking it in… until now.
When someone else is the real MVP
With the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics on the horizon, Jutta has shifted into full athlete mode. She’s back in the Netherlands, immersed in grueling training sessions, determined to add more medals to her already impressive collection. Meanwhile, Jake has remained stateside, keeping busy with his own grind. But after nearly three months apart, Jake decided to make the long trip to surprise her in Europe – and brought a little furry backup for the big reunion.
In what was supposed to be a heartwarming lovers’ reunion, things took a hilarious detour the moment Jutta saw them – or, more accurately, saw him. Not Jake. Thor, their golden retriever. The video of the encounter went viral almost instantly. As Jake walks through the door with a smile, expecting a warm embrace, Jutta practically bolts past him and straight to Thor, who’s wagging his tail like he just won the lottery. Her face lights up, arms wide open – all for the dog and Jake, barely an afterthought. But fans loved every second of it.
Comments flooded in across social media: “She had her priorities straight,” “I’d do the same,” and “That dog is the real MVP.” The moment felt wholesome, funny, and way too real for anyone who’s ever felt second to a beloved pet – which, let’s be honest, is basically all of us.
Fans relate – and worry
As lighthearted as the clip was, eagle-eyed fans didn’t just focus on the puppy love. Many noticed Jake limping slightly and wearing a knee brace, sparking speculation about a possible injury. So far, no official word has been given, but the buzz is growing – especially with Jake’s next boxing match expected in the near future. For someone who rarely slows down, any sign of weakness is enough to get fans on high alert.
Still, despite being snubbed in favor of the dog, Jake laughed it off – probably because deep down, he knows he’d lose that matchup every time. Dogs don’t judge, they don’t talk back, and they always greet you like a rockstar. Who wouldn’t pick that over their significant other, at least in the first five seconds?
Even Jake Paul can’t compete with puppy energy
In the end, the internet’s verdict was unanimous: Jutta didn’t turn her back on Jake – she just ran straight toward what makes her happiest in the moment. And honestly? That moment says a lot about where the couple stands. It’s love, it’s laughs, and it’s life with a golden retriever in the middle.
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