Jesse Watters is one of Fox News’ most recognizable faces—a sharp-tongued political commentator and television host known for his roles on The O’Reilly Factor and The Five.
While his media presence keeps him in the public eye, his personal life has sparked just as much attention. Watters is now married to Emma DiGiovine, his former associate producer from Watters’ World, after a string of controversies that ended his long-standing marriage to Noelle Inguagiato.
Here’s everything to know about both of Watters’ wives—how things fell apart with his first wife, how his second marriage blossomed. And don’t forget, he’s also a father of four, including twin daughters from that first marriage.
Who Is Jesse Watters’ Wife, Emma DiGiovine?
DiGiovine is a former TV producer and journalist who previously worked at Fox News. She is best known for producing Watters’ World and The Five before leaving television in 2018.
Her career at Fox News began in February 2015. In 2017, she was promoted to Associate Producer on Jesse Watters’ show, Watters’ World. After her relationship with Watters became public, Fox reassigned her to The Ingraham Angle. She left the network the following year.
Since stepping away from TV, DiGiovine has focused on health and fitness. During the pandemic, she began sharing workouts, diet advice, and wellness tips on Instagram. She is also reported to be running her own business.
She Was Active in Sports and Dance in School
Emma showed a strong interest in both athletics and the arts long before her career in journalism. In high school, she played soccer, field hockey, and softball, while also dedicating time to dance.
At just 15, she made her debut as a ballerina with the American Ballet Theatre and later performed at the Metropolitan Opera House on Broadway.
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She graduated from the Academy of Saint Elizabeth in 2010 and then enrolled at Fairfield University, where she majored in journalism. During college, she served as Marketing Director for the Student Association and joined the university’s Dance Ensemble. She also interned with Showtime Networks’ Public Relations Department during her sophomore summer.
Jesse and Emma Got Involved While Working at Fox News
The couple began dating in 2017 while both were working on Watters’ World. She was an associate producer on the show, and he was still married to his first wife, Noelle Inguagiato.
Once the relationship turned serious, Watters informed Fox News that he was in a consensual relationship with a staff member. Within 24 hours, the company moved DiGiovine to another show, The Ingraham Angle, to maintain workplace boundaries.
They Got Engaged in 2019 and Married That December
Watters proposed to his partner, Emma, on August 25, 2019. She shared the moment on Instagram, showing off her engagement ring, while Watters posted the news on X, writing, “Emma and I would like to announce our engagement! Thanks to all of our family and friends who’ve shown us so much love. We are so grateful ❤️”
Just a few months later, on December 30, 2019, they got married in a private ceremony at The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida. Guests included Donald Trump Jr., Kimberly Guilfoyle, and Eric and Lara Trump.
There’s a 14-year age difference between them—Watters is now 47, and Emma is 33.
Jesse Says Emma Voting for Kamala Would Be Like Cheating
Back in October 2023, the political commentator stirred controversy during a segment on The Five when he joked that if his wife, Emma DiGiovine, secretly voted for Kamala Harris, it would be “the same thing as having an affair.”
“If I found out Emma was going into the voting booth and pulling the lever for Harris,” he said, “that’s the same thing as having an affair.”
He added, “It violates the sanctity of our marriage. What else is she keeping from me? What else has she been lying about?”
The moment quickly ignited debate online about just how much political alignment should matter in a marriage, especially considering Watters’ own past.
They Share Two Kids Together
Jesse and his better half, Emma, are parents to two children. Their first child, Jesse Bailey Watters Jr., was born on April 1, 2021. Watters announced the birth on Instagram with a series of hospital photos, writing, “Emma and I are thrilled to welcome Jesse Bailey Watters, Jr. into our world. He clocked in on April Fools Day, weighing 7lbs 3oz.”
Two years later, their daughter, Georgina “Gigi” Post Watters, arrived on April 17, 2023. Sharing the moment online once again, Watters posted a photo of Gigi with her mom and himself, writing, “Georgina (‘Gigi’) Post Watters born 6lbs 3oz… welcome to the world!”
First Wife, Noelle Watters: Who Is She?
Before Jesse married Emma DiGiovine, he spent over a decade with his first wife, Noelle Inguagiato. A multifaceted media professional, Noelle describes herself as a lifestyle video producer, writer, editor, and on-air talent on her LinkedIn profile.
She’s now the founder of NKW.Inc., working as an independent home design consultant, helping clients with a variety of styles and budgets.
Earlier in her career, she spent more than 11 years at Fox News Channel, where she held several roles—from senior wardrobe coordinator to web host, eventually becoming a senior editor and producer for FNC iMag, Fox’s digital lifestyle vertical. Her work covered a range of topics, including beauty, home, food, wellness, and travel.
After leaving Fox, she briefly freelanced as managing editor of the EKB Interiors blog.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in English Writing with minors in Art History and International Studies from Fairfield University, followed by a master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University, completed in 2022.
She also had a brief stint in the modeling world, working as a fit model with MSA Models between 2012 and 2014.
Their Marriage and Divorce
Watters met his future spouse, Noelle, in 2002, and after several years together, they married in 2009. The couple settled down in Manhasset, New York, where they raised their twin daughters.
Their marriage took a dramatic turn in 2017 when Noelle discovered Jesse was involved in an extramarital relationship with his now-second wife, Emma, a 25-year-old associate producer on his show. Shortly after, Noelle filed for divorce. The divorce was finalized in March 2019.
As part of the settlement, Noelle reverted to her maiden name (Inguagiato) and was granted primary custody of their twin daughters.
Jesse and Noelle Have Two Kids
The former couple welcomed twin daughters—Sophie and Elle—on November 4, 2011.
The girls made a sweet appearance as flower girls at their father’s wedding to Emma DiGiovine, with photos from the ceremony shared on Jesse’s Instagram in February 2020.
Later that year, in December 2020, Jesse also gave them a shoutout on The Five in celebration of National Twins Day.
