In a surprising turn of events, Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes, the scandalous couple, faced a major setback on the premiere of their new podcast. Just as they were gearing up to make a splash, news broke that their respective exes, Marilee Fiebig and Andrew Shue, had started dating each other. This revelation left Robach furious, particularly with her ex-husband and Page Six, the source who first reported the relationship. Robach felt as if Shue was deliberately trying to steal her thunder, becoming increasingly convinced that he strategically timed the news to coincide with the podcast’s debut. However, some sources argued that Shue, known for his privacy, was unlikely to orchestrate such a move.
The news of their exes dating cast a dark cloud over Robach and Holmes’ highly anticipated podcast debut. Industry insiders who are familiar with the couple expressed sympathy for the anger and disappointment that they must have felt. After all, the revelation stole the limelight from their first episode, released on the anniversary of their departure from ABC News’ “Good Morning America.”
Besides the unfortunate timing of their exes dating, there were already rumblings of discontent among Robach’s friends regarding her podcast and alleged narcissistic behavior. According to sources, some of Robach’s close associates were put off by her perceived self-importance and fascination with herself. They believed that she operated under the assumption that everyone was rooting for her, which came across as tone-deaf. However, Robach did mention that Sara Haines, a former colleague from ABC’s “The View,” constantly supported her during the fallout from her affair. Haines remained in contact even when Robach didn’t respond, providing much-needed solace during a difficult time.
T.J. Holmes, on the other hand, revealed an unconventional coping mechanism for dealing with the scandal. He disclosed that he turned to vodka and edibles to navigate the challenging period. Although this behavior may raise eyebrows, insiders claim that it aligns with Holmes’ usual actions. Nevertheless, it remains to be seen how this revelation will impact Holmes’ public image, especially given the heightened scrutiny surrounding celebrity behavior.
In response to their exes’ newfound relationship and the subsequent overshadowing, Holmes posted a photo of himself and Robach with lyrics from gospel artist Fred Hammond. The post seemed to invoke a higher power as Holmes expressed his determination not to let any weapon formed against him prosper. However, it is unclear whether Holmes’ post was directly addressing the relationship between their exes or if it was simply a general message of resilience.
With their podcast debut initially marred by the unexpected news of their exes dating, Robach and Holmes face the challenge of regaining control of their narrative. They will need to address the situation head-on to maintain their presence in the media. Meanwhile, Sara Haines, who supported Robach throughout the ordeal, has no reason to worry about her job security. Sources within the network assure that Haines’ concern for her longtime friend will not jeopardize her position. As for Fiebig and Shue, they have chosen to remain silent amidst the frenzy caused by their relationship.