Sophia Bush Praises Girlfriend Ashlyn Harris as the “Sun in Human Form” in Birthday Message

Six months after Sophia Bush confirmed her relationship with soccer star Ashlyn Harris, the One Tree Hill alum gave her a swoon-worthy birthday tribute. 

By Olivia Evans Oct 21, 2024 1:01 PMTags
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Sophia Bush is ready to celebrate Ashlyn Harris.

The One Tree Hill alum—who confirmed her relationship with the soccer player in April—shared a sweet social media tribute in honor of Ashlyn’s Oct. 19 birthday. 

“You are the sun, in human form,” Sophia wrote in a Oct. 20 Instagram post alongside a photo of the pair going in for a kiss. “You light up the world and warm each and every person you touch. There is no one like you, and everyone who knows you knows it’s true.”

And Sophia—who also reshared Ashlyn’s Instagram Story to her own, revealing the couple were spending the 39-year-old’s birthday on vacation—emphasized how lucky she feels to be Ashlyn’s partner. 

“We are all so lucky,” she continued. “And I am the absolute luckiest. First of many together (You better live forever, woman, we have adventures to go on!) Happy Birthday baby. I love you with my whole soul.”

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Of course, Sophia’s latest declaration of affection comes after Ashlyn—who shares kids Sloane, 3, and Ocean, 2, with ex Ali Krieger—shared an equally loving celebration for the 42-year-old’s birthday in July. 

“I hope today feels special and full knowing how much we love you,” Ashlyn wrote to Instagram at the time. “You are such a gift in this world. To see you shine and happy fills us all up. I love your heart Soph—I love everything about you.”

Throughout their six months in the public eye, Sophia and Ashlyn have detailed their affections for each other. And the Chicago P.D. star previously explained why she feels like sharing how much she loves Ashlyn at every opportunity. 

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“Falling in love with her has sutured some of my own childhood wounds, and made me so much closer to my own mother,” Sophia previously wrote in a Glamour essay, where she detailed her relationship with Ashlyn. “Seeing Ashlyn choose to not simply survive, but thrive, for her babies has been the most beautiful thing I've ever witnessed a friend do. And now I get to love her. How lucky am I?”

Keep reading for more sweet moments between Ashlyn and Sophia. 

Pride Month Selfie

The two marked the end of their first Pride Month as a couple in June 2024 with this adorable selfie shared by the soccer star.

Cannes Selfie

While attending the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, the soccer star posted this selfie with the One Tree Hill alum and basketball player Sue Bird.

Summer Celebration

In July 2023, the pair attended a watch party in Los Angeles for the FIFA Women's World Cup. 

Cheers

The duo was photographed cheering alongside Michelle Akers and Linda Gancitano.

Art Basel Beauties

While attending Art Basel in December 2023, Michelle Tillou shared this Instagram photo with Ashlyn and Sophia.

Award Season Style

The duo struck a pose with Eric McCormack at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's 32nd Annual Academy Awards Viewing Party in March 2024.

Group Shot

The pair also spent time with Stephanie Nguyen and Bobby Berk at the star-studded gathering.

Red Carpet Debut

Ashlyn and Sophia made their red carpet debut at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in April 2024.

Late Night

Following the dinner, the couple cozied up at an after-party at the Swiss ambassador's residence.

City of Love

Sophia and Ashlyn enjoyed a romantic trip to Paris in May 2024.

Say Oui

The Chicago P.D. actress captioned this cozy-looking snapshot from a May 2024 Paris trip, "Happiness looks goo on you, baby."

J'Adore Paris

Sophia also shared this group pic from their trip to Paris in May 2024.

Holiday Travels

In fact, Ashlyn and Sophia love Paris so much they said bonjour to the city once again in December 2024.

Celebrating the Oscars

The athlete and the actress watched the 2025 Oscars at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's 2025 Academy Awards viewing party.

Romantic Getaway

The couple enjoyed a trip to the mountains in May 2025.

A Night at the Gala

Dance on over to see this photo Ashlyn and Sophia took at the American Ballet Theatre Spring Gala in May 2025.

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