Joe Manganiello is reportedly engaged to his longtime girlfriend Caitlin O’Connor, as confirmed by TMZ. The 48-year-old star of “Magic Mike” introduced the 36-year-old E! News correspondent as his “fiancée” to friends during an outing at the San Diego Film Festival, where he was honored with a Career Spotlight award.
The couple first sparked romance rumors in September 2023, shortly after Manganiello’s separation from actress Sofia Vergara became public. Caitlin, who is 18 years younger than Sofia, is an actress known for her role as Dyan Cannon in HBO’s “Winning Time” and made a guest appearance in the series finale of “Two And A Half Men.” Their initial meeting reportedly took place at an unofficial afterparty for “Winning Time,” where they hit it off immediately.
By December, the couple made a notable appearance together on the red carpet at the 20th anniversary gala for the Children Of Armenia Fund in Manhattan, where Manganiello received an award. Sources have described the two as easygoing, with Caitlin being a refreshing, low-maintenance partner who shares Manganiello’s passion for fitness and healthy living.
Manganiello’s past relationship with Vergara has drawn attention, particularly due to conflicting accounts of why they separated. Sofia stated that their differing views on having children contributed to their split, whereas Joe disputed this notion, emphasizing that their divorce stemmed from simply growing apart over time. “Sometimes that happens,” he explained, aiming to set the record straight regarding the nature of their relationship.
As for Caitlin, she’s committed to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, utilizing a meal program tailored to her nutritional needs. She regularly shares her fitness routine, which includes a mix of Pilates, weight training, and cardio, often working out with Manganiello at Gold’s Gym in Venice, California.
This engagement marks a hopeful new chapter for the couple as they navigate their relationship in the public eye. Fans will undoubtedly be eager to follow their journey together in the future.