A New Chapter for the Businesswoman
Catie O'Neill, the former girlfriend of Australian Rules Football icon Wayne Carey, has joyfully announced her engagement. The 30-year-old businesswoman shared the happy news on social media this past Sunday, marking a significant new beginning two years after her split from the sporting legend.
In a clip that has since delighted her followers, O'Neill is seen passionately kissing her new fiancé, whose identity she has chosen to keep private for now. The video prominently featured her sparkling engagement ring, a clear symbol of her commitment. She captioned the heartfelt footage simply with the word 'yes' and a diamond ring emoji.
Celebrity Well-Wishes and a Thriving Career
The announcement was quickly met with an outpouring of support from O'Neill's circle of friends in the public eye. Neighbours star Bonnie Anderson gushed, 'The best ever!!!!! Love you legends,' while influencer Emma Spiliopoulous added her congratulations.
O'Neill has firmly established herself as a successful entrepreneur away from the spotlight of her previous relationship. She is the director and co-founder of the skincare brands My Glow 2 and Huxden, a venture she runs alongside Olivia Burrows. Her business acumen is matched by her social media influence, where she boasts an impressive following of more than 115,700 on TikTok and over 10,400 on Instagram.
The Past Relationship with an AFL Legend
O'Neill's previous relationship with Wayne Carey became public knowledge in March of 2022, following rumours that had circulated since January of that year. The couple reportedly first met at a local tavern where Carey was hosting a meet-and-greet event on January 25. Attendees at the time noted the pair looked 'happy and smitten' with one another.
However, by August 2023, it was confirmed that the couple had parted ways, bringing their romance to an end. Carey, a figure often in the headlines for his personal life, has had several high-profile relationships.
He was previously married to Sally McMahon, with whom he shares a daughter, Ella. His engagement to model Kate Neilson in 2009 ended amid allegations of infidelity. Carey also has a daughter, Charlotte, with former fiancée Stephanie Edwards. Most recently, he was linked to Victorian model Jessica Paulke, with whom he shares a son, Carter, born in February 2019.
For Catie O'Neill, this engagement represents a exciting and public step into a new future, firmly closing the chapter on her past with the AFL legend.
