Celebrity Bride-to-Be on the Hunt for the Perfect Gown
Caitlin O'Connor, the fiancée of Hollywood star Joe Manganiello, was seen enjoying a special outing in New York City this past Saturday. The television personality and actress was on a mission, visiting exclusive showrooms and boutiques in Manhattan to find her ideal wedding dress for her upcoming marriage to the True Blood and Magic Mike actor.
O'Connor confirmed the purpose of her trip to the Daily Mail, stating, 'I was in New York City visiting some showrooms and boutiques looking for the perfect wedding dress.' She described the experience of perusing the various designs as 'fun', clearly relishing this key step in her wedding preparations. It has since been revealed that the couple's nuptials are scheduled to take place next year.
A Stylish Outfit for a Special Day
While embarking on her bridal shopping spree, the E! News correspondent showcased her impeccable off-duty style. Her chic ensemble featured a nude crop top that revealed her toned midsection, paired with blue patchwork denim jeans. She elegantly draped a camel-coloured coat over her shoulders and completed the look with strappy beige heels. O'Connor wore her highlighted hair down, creating a effortlessly glamorous appearance as she navigated the city sidewalks.
A Look Back at the Couple's Journey
The path to this wedding began when Manganiello, 48, publicly confirmed his engagement to O'Connor, 36, in mid-October. He marked the occasion by posting a photo on social media of the couple holding their Chihuahua, Bubbles. In the picture, O'Connor proudly displayed her sparkling diamond engagement ring. Interestingly, the actor's caption, 'June 24th, 2025' accompanied by ring emojis, indicated that he had actually proposed nearly four months prior.
Their romance first sparked in September 2023, just months after news emerged that Manganiello's marriage to Modern Family star Sofia Vergara was ending. The pair were reportedly introduced at a hot tub during an unofficial afterparty for the HBO series Winning Time, where a source noted they were 'talking the whole time!'
By December 2023, they made their official red carpet debut at a charity gala in Manhattan. Sources close to the couple have described their relationship as easygoing, with one noting that O'Connor is 'not high-maintenance' and 'not a big drinker or a party girl.'
The topic of children was a significant point in Manganiello's previous marriage. While Vergara publicly stated their split was due to differing desires about starting a family, Manganiello firmly disputed this characterisation. He told Men's Journal that the subject 'wasn’t inevitably why everything ended', attributing the divorce to two people growing apart. However, a source has since revealed that Joe is 'very eager to become a father' and that he and O'Connor have aligned on their future goals, including starting a family after their wedding.
Beyond wedding plans, O'Connor has shared insights into the couple's healthy lifestyle. She follows a personalised nutrition programme from Precision Food Works, which creates meals based on individual blood work. 'I eat meals from Precision Food Works based on my blood work designed specifically for my health,' she explained, noting that Manganiello also follows the diet. Her fitness regime includes Pilates, weight training, and cardio, and she emphasises hydration by drinking 2.5 litres of water a day. The couple often work out together at Gold's Gym in Venice, California, with O'Connor calling Joe a 'great workout buddy.'
