The internet was abuzz with rumors earlier this year claiming Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy were heading for divorce. But were these rumors true? The answer, according to both Wahlberg and McCarthy, is a resounding no. This article delves into the source of the speculation and the couple’s firm denial.
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Jenny McCarthy addressed the divorce rumors head-on during a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live. She explained that the speculation stemmed from her inability to visit Wahlberg during his New Kids on the Block tour due to her filming commitments for The Masked Singer. This absence, misinterpreted by some fans, fueled the online gossip, further amplified by celebrity gossip outlets.
The Truth Behind the Headlines: Scheduling Conflicts, Not Marital Problems
McCarthy clarified that her absence from Wahlberg’s tour was purely logistical. Her schedule as a judge on The Masked Singer prevented her from joining him on the road. This is a common scenario for celebrity couples, and McCarthy expressed surprise at the rumors, stating that even family members had reached out to confirm the split.
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Host Andy Cohen echoed the sentiment, questioning the expectation for spouses to attend every single show of a tour. McCarthy humorously responded that while she would love to support her husband at every concert, she also “likes to make a living.”
Donnie and Jenny: An Unbreakable Bond
McCarthy emphatically denied any possibility of divorce, stating that their marriage is “till death do us part.” The couple, married for a decade, is accustomed to navigating long-distance challenges. Wahlberg has previously shared that they maintain constant communication even when separated by work commitments, with McCarthy filming in Los Angeles and Wahlberg working on Blue Bloods in New York.
Wahlberg, present in the Watch What Happens Live audience, publicly supported his wife’s statement, reinforcing their unwavering commitment to each other and assuring Cohen that they would “never break his heart.” This public display of affection further solidified their denial of the divorce rumors.
Conclusion: Don’t Believe Everything You Read
The story of Donnie and Jenny’s supposed divorce serves as a reminder to approach online gossip with skepticism. Scheduling conflicts and misinterpreted social media posts can easily be twisted into false narratives. In this case, the couple’s strong relationship and open communication debunked the rumors, highlighting the importance of seeking reliable sources before accepting online gossip as fact. The couple remains happily married, proving that their bond is stronger than internet speculation.
