Vanna White, the beloved host of Wheel of Fortune, has surprised fans by announcing her marriage to longtime partner John Donaldson. The news broke on social media when White shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, stating, “Surprise! We got married!”
The announcement revealed that the couple, who have been together for over a decade, opted for a private ceremony to celebrate their commitment. In her post, White expressed her excitement, saying, “John and I have been in love for more than a decade and a little while back, we wanted to make it official in a private ceremony. We’re excited to share this new joyful chapter in our lives with all of you!”
The post featured a touching photograph of Donaldson carrying White, who donned a sparkling white dress. Additionally, it included a collection of photos showcasing moments from their 14-year relationship.
Past Conversations about Marriage
Interestingly, just last month, White addressed the topic of marriage during an interview with E! News. At that time, she downplayed the need for a formal wedding, stating, “Maybe people want to see us get married. When you’ve been with someone for so long, you kind of feel like you’re already married. You don’t have to have that piece of paper.”
This sentiment was echoed in a previous interview with People magazine two years earlier. White remarked on the strength of their bond, suggesting that a marriage certificate was not necessary to validate their relationship. “Do we have to get married? No, because we feel comfortable in our relationship,” she noted. “I know that he’s the one. He knows I’m the one.”
About John Donaldson
Donaldson, who operates a construction and development company in California, is White’s second husband. The television personality was previously married to restaurant owner George Santo Pietro from 1990 to 2002. Together, they share two children: son Nikko Santo Pietro, aged 31, and daughter Gigi Santo Pietro, aged 28.
The unexpected announcement has delighted fans and followers, who have been supportive of the couple’s journey together. White’s ability to keep the wedding a secret until now adds an element of surprise to their love story, which has captured the hearts of many over the years.
As they embark on this new chapter, it’s clear that Vanna White and John Donaldson are ready to embrace their future together.
