Cheryl Hines Breaks Silence on RFK Jr. Marriage Rumors a Year after His Scandal with Journalist Olivia Nuzzi

A year after allegations linked Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to journalist Olivia Nuzzi, Cheryl Hines is addressing speculation about her marriage. Rather than responding directly to past rumors, the actress is using her upcoming memoir to reclaim the narrative.

Cheryl’s memoir, “Unscripted,” will delve into experiences, relationships, media scrutiny, and rumors. Ultimately, the actress said the memoir would shed light into the state of her marriage to Robert. “One would deduce that we love each other and are still married and whatever we’ve been through is behind us,” she noted.

The events leading to her statement began in September 2024. At the time, allegations surfaced that Robert had engaged in a sexting relationship with Olivia, then a political reporter for New York magazine. A spokesperson had stated that Robert had met Olivia only once, during an interview.

Neither Cheryl nor Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addressed the specifics of the sexting claims, opting not to publicly revisit each rumor or headline. However, Olivia gave a brief statement, saying, “Earlier this year, the nature of some communication between myself and a former reporting subject turned personal. During that time, I did not directly report on the subject nor use them as a source.”

She also acknowledged that the relationship was not physical but should have been disclosed to avoid the appearance of a conflict. “I deeply regret not doing so immediately and apologize to those I’ve disappointed, especially my colleagues at New York,” she expressed.

New York magazine also shared a note, disclosing that Olivia had admitted to its editors that she engaged in a personal relationship with a former subject connected to the 2024 campaign while covering it.

The outlet determined that the relationship breached its conflict-of-interest and disclosure policies. Although a review of her published reporting revealed no factual inaccuracies or signs of bias, the magazine placed her on leave, initiated a third-party review, and later ended their professional relationship.

Now, while Cheryl maintains that her marriage is steady, reports following last year’s scandal suggested otherwise. Accounts at the time indicated ongoing tension between the couple.

A source claimed that their communication had been minimal in the weeks after the magazine placed Olivia on leave over the alleged personal relationship. “She’s embarrassed because he got caught,” the insider added.

Since the couple appears to have emerged stronger from the scandal, Cheryl Hines’ memoir is expected to share her perspective on both her personal life and the challenges of the past year. It will highlight the lasting bond Cheryl and Robert share and the way they have navigated intense public scrutiny.

Cheryl and Robert have come a long way, particularly Robert, who found love with Cheryl after the loss of his wife, Mary Richardson, on May 16, 2012. Mary was discovered dead in a barn behind the family’s Bedford, New York, home. The Westchester County Medical Examiner later determined that her death was caused by asphyxiation due to hanging.

While Robert’s public life remained focused on policy and activism after Richardson’s death, his personal life eventually took a new direction. He found companionship with the actress. Known for her role as Larry David’s wife on HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” Cheryl had built a successful career in television and film.

Cheryl life had been vastly different from Robert’s. Born in 1965 in Miami Beach, Florida, she was raised in Tallahassee in a working-class family. When her parents divorced during her freshman year of high school, her brother took the only spare bedroom in their two-bedroom house.

That left Cheryl to share a room and a bed with her mother. Despite financial struggles, she pursued acting, studying at the Groundlings Theater in Los Angeles. It is in this theater where she learned improvisational comedy under the guidance of Lisa Kudrow.

Her dedication paid off when she landed a breakthrough role on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” leading to a successful Hollywood career. Though they came from vastly different worlds, Robert and Cheryl’s relationship deepened over time.

The pair married on August 2, 2014, at the Kennedy family compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. The ceremony was a private gathering attended by close friends and family, including Robert’s mother, Ethel Kennedy. However, their wedding nearly took place somewhere far less grand.

Cheryl later shared that she and Robert originally planned to have a simple civil ceremony at City Hall. When she told Ethel about their plans, Ethel asked, “Well, don’t you want to get married here so we can all be a part of it?”

After a long conversation, Cheryl agreed to hold the wedding at the family estate, making it a more intimate and meaningful event for their loved ones. Unintentionally Cheryl’s choice of wedding dress also had a connection to the Kennedy family.

She selected a strapless, pearl-beaded Romona Keveza gown. She did not realize Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’ signature style inspired the design. The ceremony itself had its share of memorable moments, including an unexpected interruption when Ethel’s dog ran into the tent and walked down the aisle ahead of Cheryl.

With their wedding, Cheryl officially became part of one of America’s most famous families. As the years passed, she and Robert built a life together, reaching an important milestone a decade later.

In August 2024, Cheryl and Robert celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary. Marking the occasion, Cheryl shared a heartfelt post on social media, reminiscing about their wedding day and the people who were there to witness it.

She went on to describe the moments that made their day special. The actress shared that she danced with her father, her brother Chris, and her niece and nephew, Saoirse and Michael — people she held dear, some of whom had since passed away.

Reflecting on their decade together, Cheryl expressed gratitude for Robert and the life they had built. “You have given me a life I could’ve never imagined, full of love, laughter, joy, and adventure,” she wrote. “In my darkest hours, you bring me light. I love you.”

Beyond her marriage, Cheryl maintains an active presence on social media, where fans often admire her beauty and charm. In a post featuring her photo, followers flooded the comments with praise. “Omg you are so beautiful 😍,” one person wrote, while another added, “You’ve always been a beautiful woman.”

A decade after their wedding, Cheryl and Robert continue to share their lives, balancing their public roles with their private moments. In 2025, Robert’s career took a turn when he was confirmed as the next Secretary of Health and Human Services in a 52-48 vote.

As he steps into a new chapter in public service, Cheryl remains by his side, supporting him as he takes on yet another high-profile role.