When the New England Patriots take the field at Levi’s Stadium for Super Bowl 60, all eyes are not just on the team’s storied legacy or the latest gridiron drama. There’s another headline-grabber in the owner’s box: Robert Kraft, the 84-year-old Patriots owner, is once again front and center, this time accompanied by his wife, Dr. Dana Blumberg. Their relationship, marked by a notable 32-year age difference and a blend of sports, medicine, and philanthropy, has drawn attention both on and off the field.
Kraft’s journey to this moment has been anything but ordinary. The man who holds the record for most Super Bowl wins by an NFL team owner has weathered professional triumphs and deep personal loss. His first wife, Myra Hyatt Kraft, was his partner for nearly five decades before her passing from ovarian cancer in 2011 at age 68. The loss left Kraft devastated, and he later confessed, “I sort of feel robbed,” reflecting on her death. “I try to stay very busy, I basically work seven days a week. I try to do new things, to meet new people.” According to The Sporting News, Kraft never imagined remarrying after Myra’s death, but life had other plans.
Enter Dana Blumberg, a distinguished ophthalmologist based in New York. The couple’s relationship began quietly in 2017, even as Kraft was navigating the aftermath of his first marriage and a brief, high-profile romance with actress Ricki Noel Lander. Blumberg, 52, is a board-certified specialist in glaucoma treatment, an associate professor at Columbia University, and an adjunct associate professor at Weill Cornell Medical College. Her academic journey started with an undergraduate degree from Brown University, followed by a medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2000, and a residency at University Hospitals of Cleveland.
Despite their high-profile lives, Kraft and Blumberg kept their relationship under wraps for several years. Their first public appearance as a couple came in 2017 at an Elton John AIDS Foundation benefit event. The following year, they were seen together at the French Open, and by 2019, they’d become a familiar duo at major sporting and charity events. Friends and fans alike began to take notice, but the couple maintained a relatively private profile until 2022.
Their engagement was announced with a flourish at the inaugural amfAR Gala Palm Beach event in early 2022, courtesy of fashion icon Tommy Hilfiger. But the real surprise came on October 14, 2022. Kraft invited friends, family, and a host of sports legends—including Tom Brady, Roger Goodell, Adam Silver, Randy Moss, Vince Wilfork, and Jon Bon Jovi—to the Hall des Lumières in lower Manhattan. What guests thought was a lavish party turned out to be the couple’s wedding reception. The festivities were nothing short of spectacular, with performances by Elton John, Ed Sheeran, and Meek Mill lighting up the night. Elton John himself introduced Kraft and Blumberg as “husband and wife,” suggesting the ceremony had already taken place before the celebration.
Blumberg’s professional accomplishments are as impressive as the guest list at her wedding. She’s recognized for her expertise in glaucoma, the leading cause of adult blindness, and her commitment to teaching the next generation of physicians. Beyond medicine, she’s also made her mark in the world of philanthropy. In 2025, Blumberg helped found "Pawtriots," a dog-rescue organization, according to the Boston Herald. Her dedication to charitable causes extends further: in February 2025, she was appointed to the board of trustees for the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a prestigious role that cements her influence beyond the medical field.
While Blumberg’s career has soared, she’s managed to keep her personal life relatively low-key. Her exact age was a closely guarded secret until Kraft threw her a surprise 50th birthday party in January 2024, confirming her birthdate as January 1974. The age gap between the couple—Kraft born June 5, 1941—has been a frequent topic of conversation. But for those who know them, it’s clear that their partnership is built on mutual respect, shared interests, and a deep commitment to giving back.
Kraft’s family life is equally storied. From his first marriage to Myra, he has four sons: Jonathan, Daniel, Joshua, and David. Jonathan Kraft, born in 1964, is now the president of The Kraft Group and the Patriots, continuing the family’s business legacy. Daniel is also involved in the family enterprise, while Joshua has dedicated much of his career to philanthropy, founding the Boys & Girls Club of Chelsea and serving as its executive director for 15 years. Joshua’s own health battle—diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2018 and declared cancer-free in 2023—has added another layer of resilience to the family’s story. David Kraft, the most private of the four, left the family business in 2012 and has kept a lower profile since.
Despite the demands of running an NFL dynasty, Kraft has always found ways to weave family, business, and philanthropy together. The couple’s recent appearances—most notably at the Fanatics pre-Super Bowl party on February 7, 2026—have shown them to be a united front, blending sports, medicine, and charity into a unique partnership. Blumberg’s appointment to the Kennedy Center board in 2025, shortly after a controversial leadership change, highlights her growing influence in arts and culture circles, though she’s kept her political affiliations largely private.
Their relationship hasn’t been without its share of public scrutiny, especially given the age gap and Kraft’s high-profile status. Yet, the couple seems unfazed. They continue to attend major events together, support each other’s endeavors, and remain active in the causes they care about. Whether it’s supporting the Patriots from the owner’s box or championing new medical research, Kraft and Blumberg have found a rhythm that works for them.
As Super Bowl 60 unfolds, Robert Kraft’s presence alongside Dana Blumberg is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the enduring power of partnership. While the outcome of the game remains to be seen, one thing is certain: the Kraft legacy, both on and off the field, is alive and well, with new chapters still being written.