Nikko Santo Pietro, Vanna White’s son, became the internet’s latest heartthrob after a viral cooking video with his mom during Wheel of Fortune’s Fabulous Food Week. But just as quickly as he captured the spotlight, Nikko set the record straight—he’s been in a happy, one-year relationship with his girlfriend, Easae, a talented singer-songwriter. While fans flooded the comments with admiration, Nikko’s charm remains firmly in the hands of his “amazing” girlfriend. Will we see more of him on Wheel of Fortune? Click to find out what’s next for the rising star!

Vanna White’s Son Nikko Reveals He Has an ‘Amazing Girlfriend’ Days After Becoming the Internet’s New ‘Heartthrob’

Vanna White’s son, Nikko Santo Pietro, has captured the internet’s attention in a big way—though it seems he’s off the market! Following a flurry of attention after his mother posted a sweet cooking video of the two during Wheel of Fortune’s Fabulous Food Week, Nikko has revealed that he’s been in a happy relationship for a year with his girlfriend, Easae, a singer-songwriter.

A Rising Star on the Internet

Nikko, 27, quickly became a sensation online after his mother, the iconic Wheel of Fortune hostess Vanna White, posted a clip of them cooking together in her kitchen. The video, which was meant to celebrate Wheel of Fortune’s Fabulous Food Week, sparked widespread interest, with viewers flooding the comments to express admiration for Nikko’s looks, calling him “gorgeous” and even dubbing him a “heartthrob.”

“It’s flattering,” Nikko said in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, commenting on the overwhelming attention from his mother’s fans. “She turned to me and said, ‘Is this what viral means?’ And yeah, this is what viral means,” he added with a smile, clearly amused by the viral nature of the post.

While he enjoyed the attention, Nikko is not single, and he was quick to set the record straight when he revealed that he has a girlfriend. “I have an amazing girlfriend, she’s an absolute sweetheart, she’s a singer-songwriter, and we’ve been together for a year,” he shared. His mother, Vanna White, also gave her full approval, calling Easae “so sweet.”

Love and Family Support

Fans who had been hoping to get a chance with the charming Nikko were quick to express their disappointment, with one fan even offering to set Nikko up with her daughter, writing in a comment, “They can cook together.” However, Nikko was gracious about the situation, even as his newfound “heartthrob” status took off.

The couple’s relationship has clearly garnered Vanna’s seal of approval, as the family seems to be enjoying the extra attention brought by the viral cooking video. Easae, Nikko’s girlfriend, was also proud of her boyfriend’s comments during the interview. She posted a clip of Nikko’s interview on her Instagram Stories, captioning it with, “My boyfriend shouting out our love on @entertainmenttonight with his mama ❤️ 😍.”

More Public Appearances?

While Nikko might not be available to the many fans who are now swooning over him, his mother Vanna White has teased the possibility of him appearing on Wheel of Fortune more frequently in the future. Vanna said, “He’s been on the show many times but maybe now you can come on and do a little more.” Nikko, not one to shy away from the spotlight, expressed his willingness to be involved, saying, “I mean, I don’t know how well I’d play the game but I’d love to participate at some level.”

Fans are excited about the prospect of seeing more of Nikko on the show, especially as he continues to grow in popularity. While he might not have officially joined the ranks of Wheel of Fortune’s contestants just yet, it’s clear that he has a bright future ahead, both personally and professionally.

Looking Ahead: Nikko’s Future

As Nikko continues to balance his personal life with his newfound public attention, it’s clear that his charm, charisma, and family ties will keep him in the public eye. Whether he’s making more appearances on Wheel of Fortune, continuing to support his career, or simply living life with his girlfriend, fans are eager to follow his journey.

For now, it looks like Vanna White’s son is focusing on his relationships, his career, and spending time with the people who matter most—his girlfriend, family, and, of course, his ever-supportive mother, who couldn’t be prouder of her son’s success. As for Nikko’s heartthrob status, it’s safe to say the internet’s interest in him is far from fading anytime soon.