Pete Hegseth Admits to Having Five Affairs During His First Marriage

In a revealing admission, Fox News personality Pete Hegseth has publicly acknowledged engaging in five extramarital affairs during his first marriage to Samantha Hegseth. The candid acknowledgment came during a podcast interview on the “The Megyn Kelly Show,” where he discussed his tumultuous personal life. Hegseth stated, “I was just a f***ed up individual then,” reflecting on his past behavior. His transgressions reportedly contributed to the, at times, strained relationship, leading to their eventual divorce in 2017. Samantha Hegseth expressed her feelings of betrayal and heartbreak but emphasized her journey towards healing. The couple shares three children, including a son and two daughters. Following his divorce, Pete Hegseth eventually married his current wife, Jennifer, whom he had met in 2016. Since then, the couple has welcomed two additional children together. Pete’s admission has sparked conversations around infidelity, accountability, and personal growth, with many urging individuals to openly seek help in addressing personal issues. His comments have also led to discussions about the responsibilities of public figures in acknowledging their past mistakes and how those mistakes can affect loved ones.