When Fox News host Jesse Watters’ workplace romance came to light, it caused a media firestorm and dramatically changed two families’ lives forever.

In 2017, Watters was revealed to have been involved with Emma DiGiovine, a 25-year-old associate producer at Fox News. At the time, Watters was still married to Noelle Watters, his wife of a decade and mother to their twin daughters. The revelation of the affair deeply shocked viewers and colleagues alike, prompting Noelle, then 41, to swiftly file for divorce. The marriage officially ended in 2019, leaving Noelle to quietly step out of the public eye.

Following the controversy, DiGiovine was quickly reassigned to another show within the network to mitigate further scandal. But despite these efforts, Watters didn’t wait long before openly embracing his new relationship. In the very same year his divorce was finalized, Jesse married Emma, making it clear he was eager to move forward, despite public scrutiny.

Since then, Jesse Watters has frequently shared glimpses of his new family life on social media, proudly posting images of his wife Emma and their two children, Jesse Jr. and Georgina. While his followers often offer support, many still find the 20-year age gap and the origins of their relationship controversial. Watters even joked on Fox News’ The Five about courting Emma, saying, “When I was trying to get [my wife Emma] to date me, the first thing I did, uh, I let the air out of her tires.” Given his past, viewers quickly caught the irony—though his co-hosts responded only with laughter.

But what about Noelle Watters, Jesse’s former spouse who chose to walk away quietly? Since the divorce, Noelle has maintained her dignity by consciously avoiding the spotlight and steering clear of controversy. Although little is publicly confirmed about her life today, according to sources like Nicki Swift, Noelle is thought to be dedicating herself to philanthropic activities, living a life focused on personal growth and privacy.

While Jesse’s new marriage remains a point of fascination for media and fans alike, Noelle Watters has quietly emerged as an example of grace and resilience, choosing privacy over publicity and dignity over scandal—a choice many admirers find deeply commendable.