Robert F. Kennedy Jr. finds himself in the midst of a sexting scandal that brings embarrassment not only to him but also to Olivia Nuzzi, the New York Magazine journalist with whom he allegedly exchanged intimate messages. While this revelation is a personal setback for both parties, it appears some observers are secretly relishing the drama, hoping it leads to the end of his marriage to the “hated” Cheryl Hines.
Recent reports confirm that Nuzzi, a political reporter, has been suspended by New York Magazine after her personal involvement with Kennedy came to light. Although Kennedy claims he and Nuzzi only met once during her work on a story about him, the situation has raised eyebrows.
Cheryl Hines, an actress known for her role on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” has publicly disagreed with her husband’s political opinions. Married to Kennedy since 2014, Hines has been spotted recently without her wedding ring, sparking speculation about their relationship status amid this scandal.
Sources indicate that within the circles of both RFK Jr. and Donald Trump, there are individuals who harbor negative feelings towards Hines and would welcome an end to her marriage to Kennedy. This follows Kennedy’s endorsement of Trump after stepping back from his own presidential campaign. Those close to Kennedy believe that Hines’s liberal values clash with his new political alignment, creating potential complications if Kennedy is offered a position in a Trump administration.
Kennedy’s comments reflect the tension in their marriage, particularly regarding the endorsement, which Hines reportedly opposed. He has acknowledged her discomfort, emphasizing that she only supported him out of love.
The couple’s relationship has come under scrutiny, given that Kennedy is now Hines’s third husband. Nuzzi, 31, reportedly exchanged suggestive messages with Kennedy, but the nature of their relationship remained non-physical. Nuzzi’s recent split from fellow political reporter Ryan Lizza adds another layer to her personal life during this tumultuous time.
Recently, Hines’s absence of her wedding ring at a fashion event in Milan has raised eyebrows. Insiders suggest she is not one to accept infidelity lightly, noting her successful career and independence. Some reports claim that the entire Kennedy family has distanced themselves from Robert, emphasizing his declining stature.
While Hines initially supported Kennedy’s political aspirations, her responses to the fallout from his controversial remarks—particularly his infamous comparison of vaccine mandates to the plight of Anne Frank during the Holocaust—have drawn public ridicule. Hines has publicly stated that her husband’s views do not represent her own, reaffirming her personal beliefs amidst the chaos of their marriage.
