Vanna White has quietly entered a new chapter in her life, revealing that she has married longtime partner John Donaldson after more than a decade together.
The Wheel of Fortune icon shared the surprise news herself, announcing the private nuptials with a happy Instagram post that immediately caught the attention of fans.
“Surprise! We got married!” White wrote alongside a photo that captured a sweet moment from the ceremony.
In the snap, she smiles as Donaldson carries her, clearly both relaxed and happy.
White followed up by explaining the significance behind this big decision, writing, “John and I have been in love for over a decade and a little bit back, we wanted to make it official in a private ceremony.”
She added, “We are excited to share this new happy chapter in our lives with all of you,” signing off simply, “Love, Vanna and John.”
For the occasion, White wore a beaded white dress paired with silver heels, while Donaldson opted for a classic suit with a casual undone shirt that matched the low-key and personal feel of the day.
The 68-year-old TV star also marked the moment by sharing throwback photos from throughout their relationship, giving fans a glimpse into their journey together.
Warm messages poured in quickly.
The civil servant Wheel of Fortune account commented: “Congratulations!!”, while TV producer Bellamie Blackstone added: “Congratulations! So excited for you and John.”
White and Donaldson first met in 2012 at a barbecue, a meeting she once described fondly.
In a 2019 interview, she recalled thinking he was “really cute” and said they ended up talking for a long time that first night.
Over the years she has been open about feeling secure and fulfilled without rushing into marriage, even in 2023 she said she already felt they were married.
Prior to her relationship with Donaldson, White was married to George Santo Pietro from 1990 to 2002.
They share two children, Nicholas “Nikko” and Giovanna “Gigi”. Now, after nearly 12 years of partnership, White and Donaldson have officially made it permanent, choosing to do so quietly on their own terms.
