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Worlds Fastest Couple! Noah Lyles & Junelle Shimmer Hit Red Carpet!

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Noah Lyles & New Wife Junelle Shimmer At Time 100 Gala… But Did Noah Outshine The Bride?!

Media Take Out has the ultimate “Sprint to the Red Carpet” update! The world’s fastest man, Noah Lyles, and his stunning new bride, Junelle Bromfield-Lyles, made their first major high-fashion appearance since tying the knot, and honey, they did not come to play!

The newlyweds stepped out in New York City on Thursday night, April 23, 2026, for the TIME 100 Gala, celebrating Noah’s spot on the list of the world’s most influential people. While the couple is still basking in that “just married” glow, it was their accessories that had the internet doing a double-take!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 23: Junelle Lyles and Noah Lyles attend the 2026 Time100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 23, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)

The Battle Of The Bling: Noah’s Ring Wins Gold?

Fans with eagle eyes were quick to zoom in on the couple’s wedding bands. While both Noah and Junelle wore matching sets, insiders noted that Noah—ever the showman—sported a band that seemed to have significantly more “ice” than his wife’s.

“Noah is known for his ‘Icon’ nails and his diamond-encrusted pearls, so it’s no surprise his wedding ring is a literal disco ball,” a source whispered to Media Take Out. “He’s a gold medalist, so he clearly feels he needs the extra carats to maintain his status!”

Junelle, for her part, didn’t seem to mind. The Jamaican Olympic medalist looked breathtaking in a form-fitting, sparkly silver gown (though some fans at the event mistook the shimmer for gold under the lights). The dress perfectly showcased her incredible muscular frame and “sculpted pixie cut,” making her the epitome of athletic elegance.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 23: (L-R) Junelle Lyles and Noah Lyles attend the 2026 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 23, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for TIME)

The “Smoker’s Jacket” Swag

Noah didn’t let his wife have all the fashion glory. The 28-year-old sprint king wore a loud, black-and-white floral smoker’s jacket layered over a crisp white shirt. He looked dapper, daring, and exactly like the “billionaire jewelry” aficionado he’s claimed to be.


Wedding Bells & “Princess Dress” Drama

This high-profile appearance comes just weeks after the couple’s “magical” wedding in Trenton, Georgia on April 4, 2026.

  • The Theme: “All Shades of Melanin,” featuring brown and gold tones.
  • The Viral Moment: A TikTok video of their “first look” recently went viral after critics claimed Noah’s reaction to Junelle’s dress was “underwhelming.”
  • The Truth: Junelle recently clapped back at the haters, explaining that Noah was actually trying to make her laugh because she was “overstimulated” and heartbroken that her sisters were denied visas to attend the ceremony.

A Global Power Couple

From getting baptized together in October 2025 to conquering the 2024 Paris Olympics, Noah and Junelle are officially the new “Face of Track & Field.” Whether they’re at the starting block or a New York Gala, they’re proving that they can handle the heat—and the diamonds!

Is it “extra” for the groom to have more diamonds on his wedding ring than the bride, or is Noah Lyles just living his best “Icon” life? Let us know in the comments!

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