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Leslie Davis Announces Engagement Amid Divorce Revelation
1/17/2026, 4:10:58 AM
Engagement Announcement and Background
Leslie Davis, a star of HGTV's "Unsellable Houses," recently surprised fans with her engagement to Don Reidy, a carpenter she met while filming the fifth season of "Rock the Block." The engagement took place during a snowmobile ride in Leavenworth, Washington, on January 14, 2023, and was celebrated with her three sons present. In her Instagram announcement, Davis expressed her joy, stating, "Turns out Rock the Block gave me a win in more than one way," and described Reidy as her "safe place, my teammate, and my favorite adventure buddy."
Confirmation of Divorce
In a blog post dated January 16, 2023, Davis confirmed that she had been divorced from her ex-husband, Jacob Davis, since 2022. She addressed the confusion among fans regarding her marital status, noting, "Well, 1,000+ social media comments later, you all have a lot of questions." Davis emphasized her desire to keep her personal life private, stating, "With lots of changes, our priority was to always protect our family." She described Jacob as a "rockstar of a dad" and mentioned that they have learned to co-parent effectively while supporting each other's new paths.
Relationship Development with Don Reidy
Davis and Reidy's relationship blossomed during their time on "Rock the Block," where he worked on her home. After filming, they maintained a long-distance relationship for about a year, with Reidy relocating from Colorado to Washington to be closer to Davis. She shared that their friendship evolved into a romantic relationship, culminating in the recent engagement.
Fan Reactions and Confusion
The announcement of Davis's engagement sparked a mix of excitement and confusion among her followers. Many fans expressed surprise at the news of her divorce, with comments such as, "I thought you both were married already. When did you get divorced?" and "Did I miss something? I thought you were married for many years." Despite the confusion, numerous fans and fellow HGTV stars congratulated her on the engagement, with sentiments of happiness for her new chapter.
Official Statements & Responses
In her blog post, Davis reiterated her commitment to co-parenting with Jacob and highlighted their mutual respect. She stated, "Jacob and I will always share love for each other, just now in a new way," and emphasized the importance of prioritizing their children amidst personal changes.
Criticism & Opposition
While the majority of responses were supportive, some fans expressed disappointment over the lack of prior communication regarding her divorce. This sentiment reflects a broader expectation for public figures to share personal life changes, particularly in the context of reality television.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Turns out Rock the Block gave me a win in more than one way,” — Leslie Davis
- “With lots of changes, our priority was to always protect our family, which is why I have kept this part of my life private,” — Leslie Davis
- “I have chosen to keep this part of my personal life private, a hard thing to do as someone with a show on HGTV," Davis wrote towards the end of the blog post.” — Leslie Davis
- “Jacob and I will always share love for each other, just now in a new way, we have learned to become the best teammates, to lean on each other, to support each other’s new adventures, and always put our boys first.” — Leslie Davis
Leslie Davis's engagement marks a significant transition in her personal life, highlighting both the joys of new beginnings and the complexities of navigating public perception amid private changes.
