Hollywood actor Joe Manganiello has officially announced his engagement to his longtime girlfriend Caitlin O’Connor, marking a new chapter in their two-year relationship. The couple shared the happy news on October 17, 2025, capturing the hearts of fans across the globe.
The engagement was revealed during Joe’s acceptance speech for the Career Spotlight Award at the San Diego Film Festival, where the actor took a moment to thank Caitlin publicly for her love and support. Shortly after, Caitlin confirmed the news on Instagram, posting a heartfelt photo captioned “June 24, 2025”, hinting at the special date when Joe popped the question.
According to reports, the proposal details remain private, but speculation about their engagement had been swirling for months after Caitlin was spotted wearing a diamond ring in Italy earlier this year.
A Look Back at Their Relationship
The couple’s romance began in September 2023, shortly after Joe finalized his divorce from Modern Family star Sofia Vergara. Their first public appearance together was at the Children of Armenia Fund Gala in New York City that December, where they instantly caught media attention.
By February 2024, the duo had reportedly moved in together, later making their relationship Instagram official. Insiders close to the pair say their bond has only grown stronger with time.
For Caitlin O’Connor, 36, this will be her first marriage, while for Joe Manganiello, 48, it marks his second. Despite his previous marriage to Sofia Vergara ending in 2023, sources reveal that Joe and Sofia have remained on good terms.
Fans have flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the couple’s engagement and looking forward to their wedding plans. With their chemistry, shared goals, and strong connection, Joe and Caitlin’s love story has become one of Hollywood’s most heartwarming moments of the year.
