White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has never been one to shy away from tough conversations, but her latest revelation has left the internet buzzing. After months of speculation, the 27-year-old political rising star has finally opened up about her unconventional romance with 59-year-old real estate mogul Nicholas Riccio—and her candid admission might just confirm what everyone has been whispering about.

A Love Story Unlike Any Other

In a heartfelt interview with Megyn Kelly, Leavitt pulled back the curtain on how she met the man who would become her husband. The New Hampshire native recalled a fateful evening during her Congressional campaign when a mutual friend introduced them at a restaurant Riccio owned. What started as a simple acquaintance quickly turned into something deeper, defying all expectations.

“When we first met, we were just friends,” she explained. “But then, we fell in love.”

Of course, their 32-year age difference wasn’t something she ignored. When Kelly asked if the significant gap ever gave her pause, Leavitt admitted, “Yes, of course. It’s not the typical love story. But he’s incredible—my greatest supporter, my best friend, and my rock.”

An Unwavering Partnership

Leavitt and Riccio tied the knot at the start of 2025, just months after welcoming their son, Nicholas Robert—affectionately known as Niko—in July 2024. Despite juggling the demands of being a new mother and a high-profile political career, Leavitt says her husband has been the steady force behind it all.

“He’s built a successful business and now he’s fully behind me as I build my own success,” she said. “He’s the father of my child, the best dad I could ever ask for, and he’s been my rock through the chaos.”

She even joked about how much their lives have changed since she entered the national spotlight. “I walked into his life, and it’s been a circus ever since,” she laughed. “But God bless him—he’s all in.”

The Internet Erupts—And So Do the Theories

As expected, social media had a lot to say about Leavitt’s candid remarks. Fans were divided, with some praising the couple’s love story while others remained skeptical.

One X user wrote, “If it works for them, who are we to judge?” while another skeptically commented, “This just confirms what we’ve all been thinking.”

Some speculated that Riccio’s reserved nature explains why he’s rarely seen in Leavitt’s social media posts. The press secretary confirmed this herself, telling followers, “He doesn’t have social media, and he’s an introvert—the complete opposite of me. I respect his privacy, but he’s my number one fan.”

A Power Couple With No Plans to Slow Down

Despite the whispers and online chatter, Leavitt and Riccio are focused on their future. Riccio, a self-made millionaire who built his real estate empire from the ground up, continues to run his business while Leavitt takes on the high-stakes world of Washington politics.

Their wedding in January 2025, just days before President Donald Trump’s second inauguration, was an intimate yet elegant affair. On Monday, Leavitt finally shared photos from the ceremony, writing, “Finally found some time to post a few of my favorite pictures from one of my favorite days!”

Whether you love them or question them, one thing is certain—Karoline Leavitt and Nicholas Riccio are writing their own rules. And judging by the way they support each other, they wouldn’t have it any other way.