Hollywood actor Joe Manganiello has officially announced his engagement to actress and model Caitlin O’Connor, marking a joyful milestone in their relationship after nearly two years together. The couple shared the happy news on October 17, 2025, with fans and fellow celebrities flooding social media with congratulatory messages.
Manganiello, known for his roles in True Blood and Magic Mike, revealed the engagement during his Career Spotlight Award acceptance speech at the San Diego Film Festival, publicly referring to Caitlin as his fiancée. The heartfelt moment drew cheers from the audience as he thanked her for her unwavering love and support.
Meanwhile, Caitlin confirmed the engagement on Instagram, posting a romantic photo captioned “June 24, 2025.” While the exact details of the proposal remain private, speculation about their engagement had been swirling for months.
A look at their love story
The couple first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, shortly after Joe’s split from Modern Family star Sofia Vergara. They made their public debut in December 2023 at the Children of Armenia Fund Gala in New York City, where they appeared together on the red carpet.
By February 2024, the couple had moved in together and soon made their relationship Instagram official. Friends close to them told TMZ that Joe and Caitlin share a strong bond built on respect, humor, and shared values.
For Caitlin, 36, this will be her first marriage, while Manganiello, 48, is entering matrimony for the second time. He was previously married to Sofia Vergara for nearly eight years before their divorce in 2023.
From rumors to reality
The engagement rumors began intensifying in June 2025, when Caitlin was spotted wearing a stunning diamond ring during a dinner outing in Taormina, Italy. Since then, both have remained private but affectionate in public appearances.
Sources close to the couple revealed that they are thrilled to embark on this new chapter together. Fans are now eagerly waiting for updates about their upcoming wedding, which is expected to be one of the most talked-about celebrity events of 2026.