Key Takeaways:
– Emmy nominated actress Karen Pittman is engaged to filmmaker Ade Richardson
– The engagement was revealed on “The Today Show” with a diamond ring
– Pittman, known for Hallmark’s Mahogany movie brand, also announced her new Netflix project
– The actress shared her journey of learning to love herself before finding true love
– Karen Pittman’s co-star in “Unthinkably Good Things,” Erica Ash, passed away due to breast cancer
Karen Pittman’s Big News
On August 14, 2024, a gleaming diamond on the hand of Emmy-nominated actress Karen Pittman caused a stir on “The Today Show”. Excitement filled the studio as she revealed her plans to marry her filmmaker beau, Ade Richardson. News about her personal life is making waves alongside her professional progression, as Pittman has also been nominated for a Supporting Actress Emmy for her role on Apple TV’s “The Morning Show.”
Meet Cute on a Dating App
The actress, known for kickstarting Hallmark’s Mahogany movie line with the award-winning “Unthinkably Good Things,” surprised hosts Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager with the news that she met Richardson on a dating app. She encouraged listeners to keep their faith in these platforms, stating, “An app is good, they are still doing good out there.”
Love is in the Air, and on the Bed
Pittman delighted the hosts with details of the unusual proposal. “It happened in bed,” she said, her laughter sparking curiosity. The actress has been in relationships and has two children, but this will be her first marriage.
A Journey of Self-Love
In an emotional exchange, Pittman opened up about her prior struggles with loneliness as a single parent and her quest to find a lasting partner. However, it was when she learned to love herself that she attracted the love she desired. Ade kept her grounded amidst the entertainment industry’s chaos and flux. In Pittman’s words, he is “sweet, kind, earthy and grounded”.
Life Echoes Art
Interestingly, her experience of self-love before a romantic relationship parallels the storyline of her film “Unthinkably Good Things,” a feel-good movie focusing on enhancing love for life itself rather than focusing solely on romance.
In Memory of Co-star Erica Ash
The tragic passing of her co-star, Erica Ash, to metastatic breast cancer cast a shadow over the otherwise happy news. In her tribute to Ash, Pittman reminisces about their time filming in Tuscany and recognizes Ash’s wit, intelligence, and beauty.
New Roles and Upcoming Plans
On the professional front, Pittman has joined the cast of a forthcoming Netflix series based on Judy Blume’s novel “Forever”. While this means she won’t return for the new season of “Sex and the City” spinoff “And Just Like That,” fans are eagerly awaiting her new performance. Meanwhile, the actress remains coy about the potential wedding date.
Pittman’s ability to love herself first and find a partner who shares and supports her passions is a positive and empowering message to all. As she steps into the next chapter, both romantically and professionally, her fans eagerly anticipate the future from this star of Hallmark’s Mahogany line.