Who Is White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt's Husband?

Now that Karoline Leavitt has taken over duties as White House press secretary for President Donald Trump, people are wondering all about her personal life—including who her husband is.

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Keep reading for everything to know about Leavitt's husband, who stays mostly out of the spotlight:

Who is Karoline Leavitt's husband?

Leavitt's husband is Nicholas Riccio. The pair wed in a private ceremony after Riccio proposed to Leavitt in December 2023.

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"The best Christmas of my life. ♥️💍," she captioned a photo of her diamond ring via Instagram at the time. "I get to marry the man of my dreams. I feel SO overwhelmingly BLESSED. Thank you God."

What does Karoline Leavitt's husband do for a living?

Riccio is a real estate developer who owns Riccio Enterprises LLC.

What is the age gap between Karoline Leavitt and her husband?

There is a 32-year age gap between Leavitt and her husband. Leavitt was born in August 1997, while Riccio appears to be born in 1965.

How did Karoline Leavitt meet her husband?

According to some reports, Leavitt met her husband through mutual friends at a political event.

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"He doesn't have social media and he's an introvert (complete opposite of me)," she reportedly explained via social media at the time. "I respect his privacy on here—but he's my number one fan, the best dad, and just the best man I've ever met."

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Does Karoline Leavitt have a kid?

Yes, Leavitt has one son, Niko, whom she shares with Riccio. After announcing their pregnancy in April 2024, the couple welcomed their first baby together in July that year.

"The moment our son was born. The moment I officially became a mom. The best moment of my life," Leavitt captioned a black-and-white photo of their newborn. "It’s true when they say there’s nothing comparable to the love you feel for your child. My heart has grown bigger than I ever imagined possible. Babies are the ultimate blessing and I’m bursting with gratitude for our beautiful, happy, healthy boy."

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