Bill Belichick appeared in good spirits as he joined forces with Jordon Hudson’s father for the first time, both showing their support for the former cheerleader at the Miss Maine USA pageant.

The legendary coach, known for his six Super Bowl victories, made a notable entrance with security, greeting Heath Hudson, 52, warmly with a handshake and a smile before the event commenced.

On the event’s second day, Heath was ushered to front-row seats by the ex-Navy veteran, eagerly anticipating his daughter’s potential victory at age 24. Jordon ultimately received the Style Award, observed proudly by both Bill and Heath.

Hudson was animated and clapping, raising both fists in the air as she was announced as one of the ten semi-finalists, along with transgeder competitor Isabel St Cyr. 

Fan favourites Hannah Trottier-Braun and Mara Carpenter – who was handed the Miss Congeniality award – also made the cut, with insiders claiming they’re Hudson’s toughest competition. 

It comes after fans questions if Hudson’s parents supported the relationship, despite having an age gap themselves.

Bill Belichick sits next Jordon Hudson’s father Heath at the Miss Maine beauty contest 

Hudson pictured on the stage in a gold dress as the final day of the pageant got underway 

Jordon Hudson pictured on the final day of the ‘Miss Maine’ beauty pageant on Sunday

Hudson posed with her bag, with the phrase “Save Maine Fishermen” emblazoned across

But the pair were seen happily chatting ahead of Hudson strutting her stuff on the stage, with sources confirming Bill has visited her childhood home in Hancock previously.

Earlier Sunday, Hudson was all smiles as she proved she really is a ‘believer in the secondhand market’ as she donned her lobster themed SuperBowl outfit for the final day of the Miss Maine contest. 

The 24-year-old beamed as she posed with her customized lobster bag – bedazzled to spell out “Save Maine Fishermen” in black rhinestones.

Hudson, a former cheerleader, thanked fans who told her she looked stunning, and waved as she strutted her stuff ahead of the final rounds of the contest.

She wore the same blue sequin dress with coral reef designs while attending Sports Illustrated’s Super Bowl event in February – with her glam inspired by her ‘nautical family history’.

The brunette bought both the dress and bag from Facebook Marketplace, and looked confident ahead of the final day of the Miss Maine contest in Portland, Maine.

Speaking about her outfit in February, she said: ‘I have a message that pays homage to my family and a message that I’d like to put out there and give a little bit of recognition to the fishermen in Maine.

‘They need help, and hopefully through fashion, we can bring awareness to the fact that fishermen and lobstermen in Maine are struggling.’

Hudson brought the spotlack back onto Maine fisherman, a cause close to her heart 

Bill Belichick, Hudson’s boyfriend, had a front-row seat for her appearance on Saturday 

‘I’d like to use this national platform to bring attention to a small town issue. They need help, and hopefully through fashion, we can bring awareness to the fact that fishermen and lobstermen in Maine are struggling’

‘I really believe in the secondhand market,’ Hudson added, joking that it’s ‘better for the environment’ and for her wallet.

Hudson is preparing to strut her stuff on stage again, after Belichick, 73, swapped the sidelines for the front row to support his girlfriend.

Hudson winked at her older beau from the stage as he watched her stun in a gold minidress as she hit the stage to introduce herself to cheers.

He was welcomed by organizers keen to get a glimpse of the NFL legend, who was sat away from Hudson’s family – close by a side exit for a quick getaway.

The second runner up in 2024 confidently put her long legs on display during the preliminary swimsuit round, representing her hometown of Hancock.

Her confidence comes after DailyMail.com revealed that the brunette came close to dropping out of the contest amid being accused of ‘controlling’ her older lover.

Sources close to the ‘headstrong’ 24-year-old cheerleader revealed that she had been thinking about dropping out after the disastrous CBS interview aired of her interrupting on behalf of 49-years-older beau.

Hudson has been under siege for her role in their relationship for close to two weeks, in the run up to the contest in Portland, Maine.

Those close to the brunette confirmed to DailyMail.com that the backlash did make her consider dropping out, but her appetite to win after narrowly losing in 2024 meant she couldn’t step away.

One source told DailyMail.com: ‘All the girls were so worried about her, they’re all friends and she’s been so quiet all week.

‘It’s not like her to not post on social media or be out of touch with everyone for that long.

At the event in Portland, Maine, the beauty queen was spotted carrying a $3,500 Dior handbag, and she strutted on stage in her bikini to Pink Pony Club by Chappell Roan.

Hudson pictured on Saturday night, where she gave a wink to her 73-year-old boyfriend 

It remains to be seen whether Hudson will go one better than last year and win the competition, with the final results being revealed on Sunday.

She could go on to compete in Miss USA 2025 if she wins the Miss Maine crown, and is no doubt hoping that her second bid will win her the top spot.

It comes after reports that Belichick’s family is ‘digging into’ Hudson, with fears she could tear down ‘everything he’s built,’ despite the pair insisting their relationship is a happy one.

The cringeworthy CBS interview sparked an outpouring of dismay around the relationship, from friends publicly vowing to intervene on Belichick’s behalf to former players he coached questioning his sanity.

Hudson’s appearance comes amid a huge backlash over Belichick’s notorious CBS interview

Earlier Saturday, Hudson had been spotted wearing a green outfit for the Miss Maine pageant

Belichick, DailyMail.com exclusively reported, was not massively concerned by the backlash but it has now emerged that he is resuming his book tour with subtle signs that he might think he is better off without Hudson.

Page Six claims that Belichick was joined by Brandon Faber, the former vice-president of communications at the Chicago Bears, instead of Hudson.

‘Cooler heads may be starting to prevail,’ Page Six quoted a source as saying. ‘Her influence may be waning.’

Belichick hit out at CBS as the backlash at Hudson intensified as a result of their interview. He accused CBS of using ‘selectively edited clips’ that have made Hudson the subject of ongoing ridicule.

‘I repeatedly expressed to the reporter, Tony Dokoupil, and the producers that I preferred to keep the conversation centered on the book,’ Belichick said.

‘After this occurred several times, Jordon, with whom I share both a personal and professional relationship, stepped in to reiterate that point to help focus the discussion.’