“Had to say goodbye”: Nick Saban’s daughter Kristen Saban bids emotional farewell to furry friend Gunner

Kristen Saban, daughter of former Alabama coach Nick Saban, shared a heartfelt tribute to her beloved dog, Gunner, who died. The 33-year-old shared an emotional Instagram post grieving the loss of Gunner whom she referred to as her “baby” and “best friend.” The farewell post read:

“Had to say goodbye to my best friend of 14 years. You were my baby, Gunner. I love you forever.”

Screenshot via IG [@kristennsaban]

The Saban family is well-known for its commitment to the Alabama Crimson Tide. However, despite the exciting college football season, the loss has cast a somber shadow on Kristen, who has been a loyal supporter of the Tide.

Kristen’s tribute to Gunner, who had been a constant in her life for over a decade, struck a chord with many followers who joined in mourning.

Kristen Saban cherishes her journey as a mother

Kristen Saban shared an adorable moment with her young son, James, on Instagram on November 19, giving her fans a sneak peek of her journey as a mother.

In the post, Kristen shared a clip showing her and James in matching red outfits, with her son sitting on her lap, surrounded by a cozy setting and a sentimental soundtrack in the background. Her caption had a "red heart" smiley, which spoke volumes of her love for young James.

Fans filled her comments with messages celebrating her dedication and love as a mother.

Kristen Saban grew into her role as a mom since James was born during the early days of the pandemic in 2020. Through late nights, she balanced her personal life and the unique demands of motherhood, embracing every challenge head-on.

Kristen often shares about her life as a mother and her altered priorities since James entered her life four years ago. She tied the knot with her now ex-husband Adam Setas in May 2015.

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