Actor Josh Lucas is set to embark on a new chapter in his life, as he recently got engaged to his girlfriend, meteorologist Brianna Ruffalo. The couple’s engagement took place during a romantic trip to Italy, a country that holds special significance for Ruffalo due to her ancestral roots.
Sources close to the couple revealed that Lucas proposed to Ruffalo while they were exploring the picturesque locales of Positano and Naples. The proposal was a heartfelt moment, and Ruffalo joyfully accepted. Upon their return to Los Angeles, the couple shared the exciting news with their families, who were overjoyed by the announcement.
Ruffalo, who works for ABC7, added a playful twist to the engagement reveal. She posted a video on social media from the back of a Vespa, and eagle-eyed fans noticed the engagement ring’s reflection in the side mirror. This subtle hint delighted her followers and added an element of surprise to the announcement.
The couple’s love story began a year and a half ago when they met at a restaurant while Lucas was filming his new show “Palm Royale.” The series, which features an impressive cast including Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, and Carol Burnett, provided the backdrop for their initial meeting. Their relationship blossomed from there, leading to this joyous engagement.
This will be Lucas’s second marriage. He was previously married to Jessica Ciencin Henriquez from 2012 to 2014. The actor, known for his roles in films like “Sweet Home Alabama” and the TV series “Yellowstone,” seems to have found happiness again with Ruffalo.
Interestingly, Ruffalo has a unique perspective on Lucas’s work. Despite being in a relationship with the actor, she has openly admitted to being a fan of Patrick Dempsey’s character in “Sweet Home Alabama.” In the 2002 romantic comedy, Lucas’s character, Jake, competes with Dempsey’s character, Andrew, for the affection of Reese Witherspoon’s character, Melanie. Ruffalo has humorously confessed that she was always “Team Patrick Dempsey,” a sentiment that has become a light-hearted point of contention between her and Lucas.
Lucas has taken Ruffalo’s preference in stride, even joking about it in interviews. He shared that they once tried to watch “Sweet Home Alabama” together, but Ruffalo fell asleep shortly after the movie started, reaffirming her allegiance to Dempsey’s character. Despite this, Ruffalo remains Lucas’s biggest supporter in real life.
At the premiere of “Palm Royale,” Ruffalo expressed her pride in Lucas’s work. She posted pictures from the event on Instagram, praising Lucas and the show’s stellar cast. Her heartfelt caption highlighted her excitement for the series and her admiration for Lucas’s talent.
Lucas, on the other hand, has expressed interest in a potential sequel to “Sweet Home Alabama.” In various interviews, he has mentioned that he would love to revisit the story and see where the characters are now. Reese Witherspoon, who starred alongside Lucas in the film, has also shown interest in the idea, suggesting that a sequel could be a fun project.
As Lucas and Ruffalo prepare for their future together, fans are eagerly anticipating their wedding. The couple’s engagement has been met with widespread excitement, and many are looking forward to seeing them tie the knot. With their shared love for adventure and each other, Lucas and Ruffalo’s journey ahead looks bright and promising.
Source: TMZ, E! News, People
