Caroline Leavitt, the youngest White House spokesperson at 28, has offered candid insights into her marriage with 60-year-old real estate entrepreneur Nicholas Riccio. The couple's significant 32-year age difference has been a notable aspect of her personal life, which she discussed during a recent interview on the 'Pod Has Spoken' podcast.
Leavitt, who met Riccio in 2022 and officially married him in January 2024 after welcoming their son Nico last July, acknowledged the unconventional nature of their union. When asked if she couldn't find a man her age as mature as Riccio, she admitted, "Honestly, that’s true."
The age difference presented initial challenges, particularly with her family. Leavitt revealed that bringing up the subject with her parents was "really difficult at first," especially as her mother is younger than her husband. However, she noted that acceptance came much easier once her parents got to know him. "I think once they got to know him, his character, and how much he truly cares for me, it became much easier to accept," she stated. Leavitt emphasized that her family is now close with Riccio, who shows great respect for her parents and the way they raised her.
Leavitt painted a picture of Riccio as a successful, self-made man whose established career now allows him to fully support hers. She described him as "a truly wonderful person and my number one fan," adding that he never misses her interviews or briefings.
In contrast to her high-profile public career, Riccio is described as "very introverted," preferring to remain quietly in the background, avoiding social media, and prioritizing his privacy. Despite his reserved nature, Leavitt shared that he is a highly engaged father, stating that "he and my son are the best of friends."
The spokesperson also touched upon the challenges of being a working parent in a high-demand role. She stressed the importance of time management and shared her strict rule of returning home to put her child to bed unless absolutely unavoidable. Furthermore, Leavitt credited her family life with helping her manage the inevitable criticism that comes with being a spokesperson. "I have a husband and a child at home who want to play with me, so I hardly pay attention," she said. She concluded that having her family waiting for her provides a necessary anchor, allowing her to focus less on public scrutiny and more on her home life.
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