Netizens point out that Karoline Leavitt has a smaller age gap with her daughter than she does with her husband, Nicholas Riccio.
'It Is Weird': Karoline Leavitt's 'Gross' Age Gap With Husband Scrutinized Following the Birth of Their Second Child
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s 32-year age gap with her husband, real estate mogul Nicholas Riccio, has been a topic for discussion on the internet on multiple occasions.
The chatter surrounding the same reignited after the birth of Leavitt’s second child -- a daughter named Viviana.
Social media users mocked Leavitt, 28, as they pointed out that the press secretary has a smaller age gap with her daughter than she does with her husband.
Leavitt tied the knot with the Riccio, 60, in January 2025, shortly before the start of President Donald Trump’s second term in office.
The press secretary shared the news of her relationship with Riccio in 2023 while announcing their engagement.
Karoline Leavitt Announces the Birth of Her Second Child on Social Media
Karoline Leavitt announces the birth of her second child -- a daughter named Viviana -- in a post on Instagram.
The couple’s first child -- a son named Nico -- was born in February 2024.
Leavitt announced her second pregnancy in December 2025, stating, "The greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for — a baby girl coming in May 2026. My husband and I are thrilled to grow our family and can’t wait to watch our son become a big brother. My heart is overflowing with gratitude to G-d for the blessing of motherhood, which I truly believe is the closest thing to Heaven on Earth."
"I am also extremely grateful to President Trump and our Chief of Staff Susie Wiles for their support, and for fostering a pro-family environment in the White House. 2026 is going to be a great year and I am so excited to be a girl mom," she added.
Viviana was born on May 1, 2026. Sharing a picture of herself holding her daughter in what looked like a pink-themed baby room, Leavitt wrote in a post on X, “On May 1st, Viviana aka “Vivi” joined our family, and our hearts instantly exploded with love. She is perfect and healthy, and her big brother is joyfully adjusting to life with his new baby sister. We are enjoying every moment in our blissful newborn bubble. Thank you to everyone who reached out with prayers during my pregnancy - I truly felt them throughout the entire experience. G-d is Good.”
'It’s Fine Because She Looks 50'
An X user shares a post on Karoline Leavitt's 32-year age gap with her husband.
The birth of the couple’s daughter prompted renewed discussion on social media regarding the 32-year age difference between Leavitt and Riccio.
One user wrote, “The internet is melting down after realizing that Karoline Leavitt’s age gap with her husband is bigger than with her baby.”
An individual stated, “Karoline Leavitt’s husband is old enough to be this baby’s great grandfather. Gross.”
Another user commented, “I’m sure money and status had nothing to do with this.”
Taking a jibe at the press secretary, one user wrote, “Now you know why she has the job that she has. She has no conscience and can easily lie.”
“It’s fine because she looks 50,” stated an individual. Another chimed in, “It does not particularly seem to be fair on the kids. Plus, it is weird.”
According to The Mirror US, Leavitt and Riccio met through a mutual acquaintance at a political event. However, the timeline of their romance is largely unknown.
Riccio works extensively in the real estate investment and headlines the multi-million dollar company, Riccio Enterprises LLC.