HGTV personality Leslie Davis has opened up about her recent family holiday with fiancé Don Reidy, following her confirmation of a previously private divorce from her first husband. The Unsellable Houses star, aged 42, whisked her family away to California for what she described as a 'weekend of fun' with her soon-to-be husband and two of her three sons from her prior marriage.
A Sun-Soaked Californian Adventure
Davis shared a series of cheerful snaps from the trip, revealing the family checked off numerous classic tourist attractions. Their itinerary included visits to Universal Studios, the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the bustling Santa Monica Pier. 'Spent last weekend in the California sun, soaking up time with my boys and laughing our way through amusement parks,' she captioned one of her social media posts.
The photos showcased a beaming Davis looking loved-up with her new partner, carpenter and fellow HGTV star Don Reidy. Other images featured her sons, Cash and Cole, joining in for joyful group shots, painting a picture of a blended family enjoying quality time together.
Overwhelming Fan Support and Shared Interests
The post garnered an outpouring of support from fans and followers. 'Congratulations,' one commenter wrote, while another echoed, 'So happy for you and the family.' This positive reception comes after Davis recently elaborated on her relationship with Reidy in a blog update, noting their shared passion for travel.
'Along our travels, we have been trying new things, and I am even starting to understand his love for the theater and musicals, something I never thought I would be into,' she added, highlighting how their bond continues to grow through new experiences.
From Colleagues to Life Partners
The engagement itself came as a surprise to many fans when it was announced earlier this month. Davis took to Instagram on January 14th to share the news, describing Reidy—her colleague from the show Rock the Block—as her 'person'. She posted a carousel of photos chronicling their relationship.
She revealed the romantic proposal took place during a snowy snowmobile ride in Leavenworth, Washington State, with her three sons present as witnesses. 'Turns out Rock the Block gave me a win in more than one way,' she wrote in her caption. 'Somewhere between sunup-to-sundown chaos and lots of laughs, I found my person. Don, you are my safe place, my teammate, and my favorite adventure buddy.'
Prioritising Privacy and Family Stability
This new chapter follows Davis's confirmation that she and her first husband, Jacob, separated in 2022. She explained that they chose to keep their divorce private at the time. 'Jacob and I will always share love for each other, just now in a new way, we have learned to become the best teammates, to lean on each other, to support each other's new adventures, and always put our boys first,' she stated.
Her priority was to maintain a stable and loving environment for their three sons. 'With lots of changes, our priority was to always protect our family, which is why I have kept this part of my life private,' Davis continued, adding with characteristic humour, 'And seriously, who even announces a divorce anyway LOL!'
The California getaway marks a joyful public milestone for Davis as she embraces life with her fiancé and focuses on creating new family memories, all while navigating the public eye with grace and a focus on her children's wellbeing.
