Joe Manganiello Celebrates 48th Birthday with Girlfriend Caitlin O’Connor
Joe Manganiello recently celebrated his 48th birthday in style, surrounded by love from his girlfriend, Caitlin O’Connor. The Magic Mike star turned 48 on December 28, and O’Connor, 35, took the lead in planning a special birthday celebration. A source revealed to PEOPLE that O’Connor hosted a dinner for Manganiello, inviting his close friends and family to the renowned Lebanese-Armenian restaurant Carousel in Los Angeles.
O’Connor went the extra mile, organizing custom Steelers-themed cakes, one lemon-flavored and the other mocha, to make the occasion even more memorable. As a thoughtful birthday gift, she gave Manganiello a custom-made solid gold crocodile pendant, inspired by his character, Mr. 0, from One Piece.
After spending Christmas in the Bahamas, the couple continued their celebrations with a trip to Las Vegas for New Year’s Eve. They attended a performance by the band Incubus and rang in the new year with a kiss on the rooftop of the Cosmopolitan Hotel.
Manganiello and O’Connor, who sparked dating rumors in September 2023, made their relationship public in December when they debuted on the red carpet at the Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) Gala in New York City. The couple has since shared their growing connection, with O’Connor, an actress and host, revealing a shared interest in open communication about their future.
O’Connor is known for her work with ArsenicTV and Maxim Magazine, where she has interviewed high-profile celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Post Malone. She has also appeared on shows such as Two and a Half Men, Key & Peele, Southpaw, and HBO’s Winning Time.
Amid their blossoming relationship, Manganiello and O’Connor have also discussed the topic of children, a subject Manganiello had previously expressed interest in during his marriage to ex-wife Sofía Vergara. Manganiello’s new partnership with O’Connor seems to offer a fresh perspective on building a future together.
Fans can also catch Manganiello in the premiere of Deal or No Deal Island Season 2, airing on NBC on January 7, 2024.
