Fox News hosts Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt are engaged, marking the next big step in their romance after years of private dating. Hannity, 62, proposed to Earhardt, 48, over the Christmas holiday at their home church, demonstrating the couple’s devotion to their shared faith.
Joyously announcing their engagement, the couple shared, "We are overjoyed and so thankful to our families for all of their love and support during this wonderful time in our lives," as reported by Fox News. The venue for the proposal was particularly meaningful to the couple, who emphasized their strong religious beliefs, noting the church was the “perfect place” for such an important moment.
While specific details about their wedding plans remain under wraps, the couple hinted at their close ties to President-elect Donald Trump, raising speculation whether Mar-a-Lago could be the venue where they tie the knot. Over the years, Hannity and Earhardt have developed their careers as influential conservative commentators on Fox News, frequently welcoming Trump as a guest on their respective shows and openly supporting him during his presidence and 2024 bid.
Despite their visible support for Trump on air, Hannity and Earhardt have also maintained separate paths when it came to personal life. They both have children from previous marriages—Hannity with his ex-wife Jill Rhodes shares two children, and Earhardt shares her daughter Hayden with her ex-husband Will Proctor. The couple noted with joy, “Our children couldn’t be happier” about the engagement, reflecting their commitment to fostering supportive relationships with their ex-spouses.
"We actually made them aware this was happening ahead of time," the couple stated, highlighting their desire for unity as their families transition with this new chapter. The couple began dating several years ago, around 2020, though they kept their relationship largely under the radar for much of this period. Sources suggest they have been spotted together at numerous events since 2019, and their relationship has become somewhat of an open secret among their colleagues.
Earhardt, who joined Fox News as overnight anchor before becoming the co-host of “Fox & Friends,” has been open about her strong faith and values. She previously mentioned, "The first thing I would grab during a house fire is my black leather Bible embossed with my name," highlighting the integral role her beliefs play in her life.
Meanwhile, Hannity has been with Fox News since its inception, starting his own show, “Hannity,” which has become one of the most-watched programs on cable news. The couple's schedules have posed challenges for their relationship, as Earhardt’s responsibilities at Fox & Friends are based in New York, and Hannity's show is broadcast from Florida.
Yet, the pair have successfully navigated these hurdles through regular visits and dedicated communication. They expressed gratitude for the unwavering support from their families and friends, allowing them to keep the romance vibrant amid their respective commitments.
Speculation about their engagement also brings attention to their respective histories with past relationships. Hannity’s more than 20-year marriage to Jill Rhodes ended with their divorce in 2019, the same year Earhardt divorced Will Proctor. Hannity’s career at Fox has been marred by controversies, including his testimony during the Dominion Voting Systems defamation case, where he stated under oath he had broken from claims about the 2020 election being stolen.
While they have both embraced their roles as public figures, they have managed to keep their relationship largely private, rejecting earlier rumors and speculation about their relationship dynamics. Hannity and Earhardt have shown commitment to one another, building their lives on trust and shared values.
What lies next for this newly engaged couple? Though neither has specified when and where they will wed, their engagement has sparked excitement among their fans and colleagues alike. The news has been warmly received, and Trump even offered his congratulations, stating, "Great news about Sean and Ainsley. There are no finer people than these, and there will be no finer couple.”
The couple’s relationship continues to serve as both inspiration and intrigue, capturing their joint journeys of love, faith, and professional success as they prepare for their next chapter together.
