> At a Glance
> – Chrissy Teigen posted an Instagram video of herself and John Legend riding a mechanical bull on Jan. 4
> – The couple laughed as Legend fell off, leaving Teigen still on the bull
> – The clip was part of their New Year’s family vacation with their four children
> – Why it matters: The light-hearted moment offers fans a glimpse into the family’s holiday fun and Teigen’s signature humor
Chrissy Teigen kicked off 2026 with a wild ride-literally. On Jan. 4, the 40-year-old model and cookbook author shared a funny Instagram video of herself and husband John Legend, 47, trying to stay on a mechanical bull together during their New Year’s vacation.
The Bull Ride That Had Everyone Laughing
In the clip, Teigen and Legend sit tightly wrapped around each other as the bull bucks beneath them. Their laughter quickly turns into a losing battle as Legend tumbles off, leaving Teigen victorious-or at least still upright.
Teigen captioned the post with a playful, “Giddy up!!!“
Family Moments from the Holiday Break
The carousel post didn’t stop at the bull ride. Teigen also shared:
- A beach walk with 2-year-old daughter Esti
- A boat photo featuring Teigen in a plunging black swimsuit with Luna, 9, and Miles, 7, in life jackets behind her
- A romantic shot of Teigen and Legend kissing under a blanket beneath the stars
Birthday in NYC Before the Vacation
The family getaway followed a festive birthday celebration for Legend in New York City. On Dec. 28, Teigen posted photos from a visit to the Sloomoo Institute, a slime experience, with their kids.
Legend later shared a heartfelt recap on Dec. 29:
> “We had a beautiful family Christmas week in New York. Chrissy and I spent most of our early relationship there and it was great to bring all the babies to enjoy the city with us during the most festive time. And it snowed on our last day!! We ❤️ you, New York!!”
His post included:
- Snowy steps outside a brownstone with Esti and Luna
- A family photo by the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
- Esti and Luna on a Central Park horse ride
Key Takeaways
- Chrissy Teigen and John Legend rang in 2026 with a fun-filled family vacation
- A mechanical bull ride became a memorable highlight, shared with fans on Instagram
- The couple also celebrated Legend’s 47th birthday in NYC with their four children
From slime to snow to mechanical bulls, the Legend-Teigen household sure knows how to keep the holidays entertaining.
