Scandal-Ridden 'Today' Show Hosts Engaged
Amy Robach co-hosting 'The Today Show' in Rockefeller Plaza in New York City, 2008. Photo courtesy of Gradient drift. Public domain.
Three years after their workplace romance at "GMA3" ignited a scandal that cost them both their ABC News jobs, Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have quietly taken a major step forward. The former co-anchors, whose relationship once dominated headlines for all the wrong reasons, reportedly announced on their podcast in October 2025 that they are engaged. This is not just a love story. It is a tale of redemption, resilience, and rebuilding a life together under the unforgiving glare of the public eye.
From Scandal to Spotlight
Amy Robach, 52, and T.J. Holmes, 48, first sparked dating rumors in late 2022 while co-hosting the third hour of "Good Morning America," then known as "GMA3: What You Need to Know." Their chemistry was undeniable on screen, but behind the scenes, their relationship was far more complicated. Both were married at the time — Robach, married to actor Andrew Shue, and Holmes, married to attorney Marilee Fiebig. The revelation of their affair sent shockwaves through the media and led to their abrupt departure from ABC News in early 2023.
Despite the public fallout, sources close to the couple told PEOPLE there was no overlap between their affair and their marriages, emphasizing that Robach and Holmes began dating openly only after separating from their spouses. The scandal, however, was relentless, and the two found themselves navigating a "year of hell," as they later described on their podcast, as reported by The Dallas Morning News.
Quiet Engagement Amid Public Scrutiny
The engagement announcement came as a surprise to many, not because the couple had kept their relationship private — they had been open about their romance since 2023 — but because they had waited nearly a month to share the news publicly. According to PEOPLE, on the October 14 episode of their "Amy & T.J." podcast, Robach revealed they had been engaged for "about a month" but chose to tell their listeners first before the news leaked elsewhere.
Holmes joked about Robach wearing her engagement ring "very proudly" at three massive football stadiums over consecutive weekends, yet no one had noticed or asked about it, as reported by PEOPLE. The couple attributed this to people being polite or simply not wanting to pry, especially given the intense media scrutiny they had endured.
Rebuilding Together
Since leaving ABC News, Robach and Holmes have been building a new life together, both personally and professionally. They launched their podcast, which has become a platform for candid conversations about their relationship, mental health, and the challenges of living in the spotlight. Their openness has won them a loyal following, eager to see how the couple moves forward from their past.
Robach has described their relationship as the most beautiful she has ever had, highlighting the support they have given each other through difficult times. The couple has been celebrating their engagement privately with close friends and family, savoring the moment away from the relentless public gaze.
A Wedding Vision Rooted in Intimacy
Robach has shared her vision for their wedding, which contrasts sharply with the public spectacle that once surrounded their lives. She envisions a small, intimate ceremony, possibly a quick elopement in Las Vegas or a far-flung destination like Fiji, as reported by PEOPLE. The idea of a justice of the peace officiating the ceremony appeals to her, reflecting a desire for simplicity and privacy after years of public drama.
The Exes' New Chapters
Meanwhile, their former spouses have also moved on, reportedly finding solace in each other's company. Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig have been linked romantically, adding another layer of complexity to the intertwined lives of these four individuals, as reported by Entertainment Weekly.
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