Love, scandal, and a whirlwind romance—this story has it all. Former ABC stars T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach are officially engaged, just three years after their explosive affair made headlines and shook the media world. But here's where it gets even more intriguing: the couple has been wearing their engagement rings in public for weeks, yet no one seemed to notice. And this is the part most people miss—how their journey from scandal to engagement has been anything but ordinary.
On a recent episode of their podcast, Amy and TJ, the duo shared the exciting news. 'We are engaged, and we’ve been engaged for just about a month now,' Robach announced with a mix of joy and relief. Holmes added, 'We wanted you all to hear it from us first—we’ve learned our lesson about keeping things private.' The episode, aptly titled 'Robach-Holmes,' celebrated their new chapter together.
Robach revealed she’d been proudly wearing her engagement ring in public, including at three massive football stadiums, yet no one asked about it. 'We haven’t been keeping it a secret, but nobody asked!' Holmes quipped, highlighting the irony of their high-profile lives.
Their love story began in late 2022 when Daily Mail exposed their affair while both were still married to their respective partners. The revelation included exclusive photos of the couple enjoying flirty post-filming sessions at a New York City bar, cozy moments in each other’s apartments, and a romantic weekend getaway to a secluded cottage in Upstate New York. An eyewitness described their chemistry at O'Donoghue's bar in Times Square: 'They were totally into each other… she was giggling and practically fell into his lap.'
But here’s where it gets controversial: Despite the scandal, Holmes insists their divorces were already in motion before their romance began. Still, the fallout was swift—both were fired from ABC and faced intense public scrutiny. Yet, they emerged as a united front, jetting off on lavish vacations and flaunting their love for the world to see. Their joint podcast, launched in November 2023 with the hashtag #SilentNoMore, became their platform to share their side of the story.
On the podcast, they’ve opened up about hitting 'rock bottom' and finding strength in each other. During one episode, Robach reflected on how Rachel Platten’s 2015 hit 'Fight Song' became her anthem during their tumultuous journey. Holmes described letting go as 'weird but freeing,' acknowledging the pain but also the growth.
Here’s the bold question: Is their engagement a triumph of love over adversity, or a reminder of the consequences of their actions? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on this polarizing yet captivating story.
