Hannity and Earhardt Wed in Palm Beach Before Trump-Led Guest List

Palm Beach hosted a spectacle on Saturday as Fox News anchors Sean Hannity and Ainsley Earhardt tied the knot at Bethesda-by-the-Sea church. The 64-year-old broadcaster and his 50-year-old bride looked radiant in photos first secured by the Daily Mail, their smiles wide and genuine. It was a day packed with high-profile guests, though one specific detail regarding a sexagenarian attendee’s digital retouching has since become a source of public amusement.

The pre-ceremony festivities kicked off at Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s private country club. Trump himself attended the rehearsal dinner, standing beside his son Eric in images that captured him flashing a grin and his trademark thumbs-up. The event quickly transformed into a gathering of conservative power players. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was present, as was country music legend Lee Greenwood. High-ranking administration figures also made the trip; White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and former Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt were on the guest list.

Senator Tim Scott, representing South Carolina, played a pivotal role in the ceremony itself, capturing the moment the couple walked down the aisle after exchanging vows. The atmosphere inside the historic church was electric, filled with colleagues and allies. Steve Doocy, another Fox host, was spotted in the background, smiling as he photographed the newlyweds. Fox News confirmed the attendance of Brian Kilmeade, Laura Ingraham, Mark Levin, and Dana Perino. Harris Faulkner took to social media to share pictures of herself in a glamorous outfit, preparing to celebrate with her network peers.

The couple’s attire set a classic tone for the occasion. Earhardt wore an Oscar de la Renta gown that drew immediate attention, while Hannity opted for a white tuxedo jacket paired with black pants and a dickie bow. The combination was sharp, formal, and distinctly traditional.

Then there was Newt Gingrich. The former Speaker of the House attended the wedding with his wife, Callista. The pair posed for a photograph over the weekend, but it was the visual contrast between them that sparked conversation. Callista, 60, has cultivated a distinct online persona centered on heavy photo editing to appear significantly younger. Her recent posts often feature a smoothed-out visage devoid of natural lines. This wedding snapshot followed that pattern. Her face and arms appeared flawlessly unlined in the image.

Beside her stood her 83-year-old husband. Newt appeared in the photo without any digital intervention, his age visible and unaltered. The juxtaposition was stark. Callista posted the image on Instagram, writing, "Newt and I were delighted to attend Sean and Ainsley's beautiful wedding in Palm Beach." The caption was gracious, but the visual evidence of her editing habits provided a comical counterpoint to the solemnity of the day. It raises questions about how public figures curate their images in moments of genuine celebration. For many observers, the sheer disparity between the edited bride-to-be and her unedited spouse became the most memorable part of the weekend’s social media feed.

The nuptials wrapped up with a lavish reception Saturday evening at the Everglades Club, a nearby sanctuary for West Palm Beach’s wealthy and well-connected. It is an elite, members-only spot that guards its exclusivity so fiercely patrons are barred from bringing cell phones onto the premises. The historic venue sits tucked away behind Worth Avenue, a ritzy shopping enclave lined with designer boutiques, art galleries, and grand mansions. Its grandeur and privacy made it the perfect backdrop for the couple.

Inside the church, the atmosphere was intimate. "Congratulations and best wishes for a lifetime of love and happiness!" echoed through the air. Guests included journalist Nancy Grace, Rascal Flatts frontman Gary LeVox, and fitness trainer Jillian Michaels along with her wife. Senator Tim Scott and his wife Mindy posed outside the building over the weekend. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and his wife Callista also stopped for a photo.

The ceremony took place at the Episcopal Church of Bethesda-By-The-Sea in West Palm Beach. This century-old Gothic-style structure is the oldest existing congregation in Palm Beach. Hannity and Earhardt chose this specific spot for their vows because it was where he proposed. He popped the question at his home church over Christmas in 2024, calling it the "perfect place" to ask.

Their relationship started quietly. According to a network insider, Hannity and Earhardt were Fox colleagues and best friends until the romance blossomed. Hannity tried to keep the budding relationship off the front pages. That changed in 2023 when the Daily Mail broke the news with an exclusive, publishing photos of the pair cuddling up in a Waffle House.

The couple has a complex family history. Hannity split from his first wife, Jill Rhodes, 64, in 2015. They share two children: Patrick, 27, and Merri, 25. Earhardt has a ten-year-old daughter, Hayden, from a previous marriage. Merri invited a family friend to the wedding, where the commander-in-chief flashed a grin and his signature thumbs up.

Both hosts are pillars of Fox News. Hannity joined the network when it launched in 1996. His eponymous nightly show has made him one of the most influential figures in conservative media and the longest-running primetime cable news host in history. Earhardt is one of the network's most recognizable presenters on Fox & Friends, its top-rated morning program.

Fellow Fox star Harris Faulkner shared a picture of the happy couple inside the church after the ceremony. She was seen celebrating the big day on Saturday. Trump was also present at the dinner on Friday night alongside his son Eric and musician Gary Levox.

In a joint statement, the newlyweds expressed their joy. "Our hearts are overflowing with love and gratitude as we begin this new chapter together as husband and wife," they said. They noted that exchanging vows in their home church, surrounded by children, families, and dearest friends, was more meaningful than they could have ever imagined.

"Our faith has always been at the center of our relationship, and we truly believe God brought us together," the statement continued. They felt blessed by the outpouring of love and support from the wonderful people in their lives. "Above all, we are grateful to God for bringing us to this moment and for the beautiful life we will continue to build together.