India, July 4 -- Joey Chestnut, the 16-time Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest champion, is making a comeback this year after being sidelined in 2024 because of a brand deal. The 41-year-old, from Westfield, Indiana, is coming off several contests this year and hopes to take home his 17th Nathan's title.

Joey Chestnut is not married and has never been married. He was previously engaged to Neslie Ricasa, but the couple split before their planned wedding in 2015.

Chestnut and Neslie Ricasa, a fellow competitive eater, began dating in 2011 after meeting at a competitive eating event. On July 4, 2014, Chestnut proposed to Ricasa on stage before Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island. However, the couple ended their engagement i...