Two beloved stars of the Food Network have sent shockwaves through the culinary entertainment world by announcing their surprise engagement. John Henson, the host, and Stephanie Boswell, a judge, on the popular series Halloween Baking Championship, revealed they are set to marry, news that has left their fanbase utterly stunned.
A Sweet Surprise on Social Media
The television personalities made their relationship public on January 14, taking to Instagram to share their joyful news. Both Henson, 58, and Boswell, 42, posted a photograph featuring the acclaimed pastry chef's hand resting on her fiancé's, prominently displaying a substantial engagement ring.
Comedian Henson captioned his upload warmly, writing, "My love, Stephanie Boswell, and I are making it official." He then couldn't resist adding his signature humour, quipping, "Can anyone recommend a good pastry chef? We're going to need a wedding cake…"
Boswell responded in the comments with equal affection, stating, "My perfect love! You make every day brighter and I can't wait for all our beautiful days to come! (and yes, I can recommend a pastry chef for the cake)." She also hinted at future content for her followers, encouraging them to "stay tuned" for her bargain wedding dress hunt.
Fans React to the Unforeseen Romance
The announcement was met with a wave of astonishment and delight from fans of the show, who had no prior indication the co-stars were romantically involved. The comment sections on social media were flooded with messages of happy surprise.
Key fan reactions included:
- "Omg I had no idea you are a couple. Congratulations! This makes my heart happy!"
- "Omg didn't know they were dating! Now I love the shows even more!"
- "How did I miss this coupling? I love everything about this!"
- "Who would have thought the Halloween Baking Championships would be so romantic?"
- "What the WHAT?!? Did you meet on Halloween Baking Championship? Either way, Congratulations!"
Wedding Plans and Professional Partnership
In her posts, Boswell offered a glimpse into their wedding plans, revealing the couple will opt for a backyard wedding that will even include chickens. The pair have worked closely together on Halloween Baking Championship since 2021, where Henson serves as the host and Boswell is a judge alongside Carla Hall and Zac Young.
It is not currently known how long Henson and Boswell have been in a relationship. Henson was previously married to Corie Hirschtick from 2000 until their divorce in 2006, and later to actress and comedian Jill Benjamin for 14 years, with that marriage ending in 2024. He has two children from his previous relationships.
This engagement continues a trend of television personalities finding love on set, proving that for some, the kitchen isn't just for baking—it's also a place where romance can rise.
