Remember those early 2000s days when Ryan Cabrera’s face and catchy tunes were everywhere? Back then, he was one of the biggest pop sensations, adored by teen fans and constantly in the spotlight—partly because of his string of famous girlfriends.
Now 42, Ryan has moved on from his young pop star days and settled into a new chapter of life as a married dad.
The Comeback Moment That Surprised Fans
Recently, Ryan popped back into public view during a chat on The Zach Sang Show, bringing with him a serious dose of nostalgia.
Fans couldn’t believe it was him, especially with that iconic blonde quiff hairstyle making a comeback.
Reactions ranged from compliments about his glowing skin to playful jokes about leaving the hairstyle in the early 2000s.
One fan even said he looked more like a country singer now, comparing him to a member of Rascal Flatts!
The Famous Romances That Kept Him in the Spotlight
If you were following celebrity gossip back in the day, you’d know Ryan’s love life was just as buzzworthy as his music.
He dated Ashlee Simpson for about a year and appeared on her MTV reality show, which helped keep his profile high. After their split, he was linked to The Veronicas’ Jess Origliasso, then model and actress Riley Keough, followed by reality star Audrina Patridge.
His time with Audrina even landed him on season six of MTV’s The Hills.
There were rumors about Avril Lavigne too, but nothing was ever confirmed.
A New Chapter with WWE Star Alexa Bliss
Today, Ryan’s love story has a very different, happy ending. He’s married to WWE superstar Alexa Bliss, whose real name is Alexis Kaufman.
The couple met in 2019 and tied the knot in April 2022 in a lavish, “non-traditional” rockstar-style wedding in Palm Desert, California.
In 2023, they welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Hendrix Rouge Cabrera, bringing even more joy to their lives.
Still Touring and Making Music While Balancing Family Life
Despite the years, Ryan hasn’t left music behind.
He continues to tour as a singer-songwriter, bringing his songs to fans across the country.
Meanwhile, Alexa Bliss recently made her comeback to WWE after taking some time off.
Together, they’re balancing the spotlight and family life in their own unique way.
The Rise and Peak of Ryan Cabrera’s Music Career
Ryan first burst onto the scene in 2004 with his hit single “On The Way Down,” which quickly made him a household name.
His follow-up track, “True,” cracked the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, and his debut album Take It All Away reached the top ten on the Billboard 200 charts.
That album eventually went platinum, selling over a million copies in the US.
He had another minor hit with “Shine On” in 2005 but then gradually slipped out of the mainstream spotlight.
Reality TV and Keeping the Spotlight Alive
After his peak in music, Ryan became better known for his reality TV appearances, showing up in shows like The Hills, Pretty Wild, and Miz & Mrs.
These appearances helped keep his name in the public eye even as his music chart presence waned.