14 Women Derek Jeter Dated Before He Realized He's Ready to Settle Down (PHOTOS)
So it seems after the 2014 baseball season, Yankees star Derek Jeter is retiring. Not entirely surprising, and it seems he's going out the way that he wants to. And he actually has a Facebook page and wrote:
"Really, it was months ago when I realized that this season would likely be my last. As I came to this conclusion and shared it with my friends and family, they all told me to hold off saying anything until I was absolutely 100% sure. And the thing is, I could not be more sure."
Pretty crazy, right? He could have created an entire media circus surrounding the announcement of his retirement, yet he opted to do so on Facebook. Gotta give kudos to the guy for that. He's retiring after an illustrious career on his terms.
Another thing we have to give him kudos for? The CRAZY AMOUNT OF WOMEN he has been rumored/confirmed to hook up with/date/swoon/whatever. There are SO MANY. And they are all gorgeous. So, in honor of his retirement, instead of boring you with stats and numbers and actual baseball stuff, let's take a look at some of the women that Jeter has once, for most likely a fleeting amount of time, called his own.
And you can't help but think: After playing the field for all these years, with all these women, is Jeter finally ready to settle down with the right one and start a family in light of this news? If he turns a new domesticated leaf, more power to him. Can't wait to see where he ends up and what his life is like in the next couple years.
Are you surprised by Jeter's retirement announcement? Did you have a favorite Jeter girl?
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Mariah Carey
Derek Jeter dated hottie Mariah Carey from 1996-1998, which represents his first tryst with the stars.
Lara Dutta
Shortly after Lara Dutta won the Miss Universe pageant back in 2000, she was seen in the stands of a Yankees game. Reportedly they lasted a little over a year.
Joy Enriquez
In 2001, Jeter dated singer and 7th Heaven star Joy Enriquez. Maybe he had a thing for 7th Heaven stars?
Jordana Brewster
Jeter was dating actress Jordana Brewster in 2002-2003. She is best known for her roles in the Fast and Furious franchise.
Tyra Banks
There are only so many ways to say Jeter dated a hot supermodel. Seems that it was just a fling, but still, Tyra Banks? Damn, Jeter.
Vanessa Minnillo
Jeter and Vanessa Minnillo, who is currently married to Nick Lachey, dated in 2003.
Jessica Alba
Jeter was rumored to be dating Jessica Alba in 2004. Their brief romance took over headlines a few years ago when it was reported that Jeter gave Alba herpes. Yup.
Scarlett Johansson
In 2004, rumors were swirling that Jeter and Scarlett Johansson were hooking up.
Vida Guerra
Yet another model in Jeter's belt: He was rumored to be dating Vida Guerra in 2005. The Cuban knockout was named FHM's 'Model of the Year' for 2004.
Adriana Lima
Kudos to Jeter for dating Adriana Lima, the VS supermodel, back in 2006. Even that couldn't last, as Jeter had a lot more playboying left to do.
Jessica Biel
Reportedly Jeter dated Mrs. Timberlake, Jessica Biel, in late 2006/early 2007. Wonder what Justin's thoughts are about that?
Rachel Uchitel
Apparently Jeter was dating Tiger Woods' #1 mistress, Rachel Uchitel, in 2008. You may think it's just a big rumor, but Rachel's own mom felt compelled to come out and say that, yes, she did indeed date Jeter.
Minka Kelly
Minka Kelly was able to hold on to Jeter for a long time; they first started dating in 2008. They broke up in 2011 but got back together, then proceeded to break up again. But who knows what's in the future for them now that Jeter is retiring?
Hannah Davis
Jeter's most recent girlfriend, Hannah Davis, is yet again another gorgeous woman. But it seems they recently broke up, as he is getting worried over her growing fame. Ok then.