Fox News host Ainsley Earhardt has officially split from her second husband, former Clemson quarterback Will Proctor, following shocking allegations that he cheated on her with one of her closest friends.

Sources close to the couple revealed to DailyMail.com that the marriage had been on the rocks for years, but this long-ago affair was the final straw. Earhardt, a devout Christian and a favorite of Donald Trump, has been living separately from Proctor for months, and the two now reside just 12 blocks apart on New York’s Upper East Side.

Bride: Ainsley Earhardt has told DailyMail.com she is separating from Will Proctor, her second husband, a former Clemson starting quarterback. The couple married in 2012

Separated: Ainsley Earhardt tells DailyMail.com she and her second husband Will Proctor have separated and she is now devoted to raising their daughter, Hayden, two

Morning show: Ainsley Earhardt is co-host of Fox & Friends alongside Steve Doocy (left) and Brian Kilmeade (right)

Earhardt Breaks Her Silence on the Split

After weeks of speculation, Earhardt finally addressed the separation in an exclusive statement, confirming:

“After much prayer and careful consideration, Will and I have separated. I am grateful to Fox for their support and allowing me to spend all day, every day after the morning show with my child. I am fully committed to parenting and doing what is always best for my darling little girl and would appreciate privacy and prayers during this difficult time.”

Despite the emotional toll of the breakup, the Fox & Friends host remains focused on her two-year-old daughter, Hayden, whom she has frequently spoken about on-air.

The Affair That Destroyed Her Marriage

According to sources, Earhardt and Proctor had been struggling for years, but the final blow came when she uncovered evidence that he had cheated on her with one of her best friends.

“It was all the more devastating for Ainsley that he cheated with someone she considered one of her closest friends,” an insider shared. “She has evidence that proves the affair.”

While Earhardt has chosen not to disclose details about the proof she has, sources claim that she tried for years to repair the marriage before finally deciding to walk away for good.

Signs of a Broken Marriage

Publicly, Earhardt and Proctor appeared to have a picture-perfect relationship, but subtle signs suggested trouble behind the scenes.

She had stopped mentioning him on-air or in interviews.
When she celebrated her birthday on Fox & Friends, her husband’s name was never mentioned—instead, she credited her sister for helping her raise Hayden.
A recent Elle Magazine profile completely omitted Proctor’s existence, signaling that their marriage was over.

Even in a detailed interview with My Morning Routine, where Earhardt described her daily life in great detail, she never once mentioned Proctor—despite talking about her daughter, her faith, and her career.

A Marriage That Began as a Fairytale

Earhardt’s second marriage seemed like a dream come true at first.

She and Will Proctor met on a blind date and tied the knot in a romantic 2012 ceremony in Winter Park, Florida.

At the time, Earhardt was fresh off her divorce from her first husband, Kevin McKinney, whom she married in 2005. Their marriage ended quietly in 2009, with neither party speaking much about the split.

With Proctor, Earhardt seemed to have found lasting love, but cracks in their relationship began to show over time—and ultimately, his betrayal was too much to overcome.

A New Chapter for Earhardt

Despite the heartbreak, Earhardt has remained strong, leaning on her faith, career, and daughter for support.

Friends say she has devoted herself entirely to raising Hayden, frequently returning to South Carolina on weekends to spend time with her family—especially her mother, who is recovering from a severe stroke.

“Every time I call her, she has to put the phone down to get something for Hayden,” a friend shared.

Professionally, Earhardt remains a rising star at Fox News, co-hosting Fox & Friends and continuing to be one of the network’s most recognizable faces.

She has also become known for her exclusive interviews with President Trump, solidifying her status as a conservative media powerhouse.

Where Does Will Proctor Go From Here?

While Earhardt has been open about the separation, Proctor has remained silent, refusing to respond to multiple inquiries from the press.

The former football player, who once led the Calgary Stampeders to a Canadian Grey Cup victory, later transitioned into finance and currently works as a private credit investment advisor at Neuberger Berman in New York.

Though he and Earhardt still live near each other, it’s clear that their lives are moving in separate directions.

Biggest fan: While at college at the University of South Carolina, she went to the Today Show with a home-made sign saying: ‘Will you marry me, Matt Lauer?’ and shortly after changed her major to journalism

Family: Earhardt has been returning home to Columbia, South Carolina, where her mother Dale is recovering from a severe stroke, with the help of Ainsley’s father Wayne and sister Elise