Actress Cheryl Hines Denies Knowledge of Journalist Olivia Nuzzi Amid Husband RFK Jr. Affair Allegations

Cheryl Hines has publicly addressed the allegations of a digital affair between her husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and journalist Olivia Nuzzi, dismissing the claims as part of a chaotic and exhausting period marked by rumors and media frenzy during Kennedy's 2024 presidential campaign. On The Katie Miller Podcast, Hines emphasized her trust in conversations with her husband over public speculation and questioned Nuzzi's motives, stating she does not know Nuzzi or her intentions. She criticized the media environment where attention-grabbing stories often overshadow truth, suggesting that whether such stories are true or false is irrelevant to those seeking publicity. The controversy, which led to Nuzzi being placed on leave and Kennedy denying any inappropriate relationship, remains a contentious topic as Nuzzi prepares to release a memoir that includes her account of the alleged affair. Hines, meanwhile, is set to publish her own book and continues to defend her marriage while downplaying the significance of the scandal. These remarks mark Hines's first direct response to the allegations and a clear repudiation of Nuzzi's claims.