Amy Robach Opens Up About Not Receiving an Engagement Ring From Former Partner Andrew Shue

Amy Robach T J Holmes Get Candid About Dealing With Money as a Couple

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During a discussion about couples and money on their podcast "Amy & T.J.", Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes touched on the topic of who should pay for an engagement ring in the case of a joint account. This conversation led Robach to share that her ex-husband Andrew Shue never proposed with a diamond ring.

When the topic of the average cost of an engagement ring came up, with some guesses suggesting around $5,500, Robach, who is 51 years old, disclosed on the episode aired on Monday, May 20, that her first ring cost $3,000, while her second ring didn't exist. It's worth noting that Robach was previously married to Tim MacIntosh from 1996 to 2009 and then to Shue from 2010 to 2023.

The conversation started when Robach and Holmes discussed a woman who asked Reddit if she was wrong for feeling upset that her husband used money from their joint account to buy her $8,000 engagement ring. The woman discovered the payments after they were married, while they were saving for a house. On the other hand, the man believed the ring was part of their wedding expenses.

Robach mentioned that the woman was surprised to find out that her husband used their joint account to pay for the ring without discussing it beforehand. She could understand why the woman felt that way, not knowing about it or agreeing to it in advance.

She expressed her initial reaction to the situation, mentioning that she might feel a bit put off if her partner proposed with a ring that they couldn't afford. She found the idea silly and it would likely annoy her at first, but she believed she could eventually move past it and understand the situation.

Holmes raised the point that if a couple shared a joint account for years and the man wanted to buy a ring, it could be challenging to figure out where the money should come from. He questioned how he was supposed to separate finances and pay for the ring if all the money was going into the joint account. The dilemma of whether to use a secret credit card or find another way to finance the ring was something he pondered.

Amy Robach T J Holmes Get Candid About Dealing With Money as a Couple

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The duo have discussed the topic of engagements before. In March 2023, a source shared exclusively with We that Holmes and Robach have thought about the "next steps" in their relationship. They have conversed about the possibility of moving in together and getting engaged.

According to a source, the couple, who have been friends for a long time before becoming a couple, are considering getting engaged soon. They share a strong bond.

During a recent episode of their podcast in April, the couple revealed that they have discussed the idea of marriage but have not made a decision yet on whether they want to get married in the near future.

"I want to be with you for the rest of my life," Robach told Holmes, expressing their mutual desire to live together in the future. They both value having a life partner and enjoy spending time together, whether it's overnight or waking up together.

In November 2022, eyebrows were raised when the former GMA3 co-anchors were seen getting cozy outside of the office. At the time, Holmes was married to Marilee Fiebig, while Robach was married to Shue. Both have since finalized their divorces.

Editor's P/S:

The article discusses the topic of engagement rings and how couples should navigate the issue of who should pay for them, particularly in the case of joint accounts. Amy Robach shared her experience of not receiving a diamond ring from her ex-husband, Andrew Shue, while T.J. Holmes pondered the challenges of financing an engagement ring with shared finances.

Robach's perspective, as someone who did not receive a diamond ring, highlights the evolving societal norms around engagement rings. While the tradition of men proposing with expensive diamond rings has been prevalent, there seems to be a shift towards more practical and meaningful ways of expressing commitment. The focus on the emotional value and shared experiences may outweigh the monetary value of the ring. Holmes' comments also raise practical concerns about using joint funds for personal expenses, emphasizing the need for open communication and financial planning within a relationship.