Jenna Bush Hager, daughter of former U.S. President George W. Bush, has always been open about her personal life on her hit morning show, Today with Jenna & Friends. Over the years, she has shared several insights about her marriage to Henry Hager, and their love story continues to capture the hearts of fans.

How Jenna and Henry First Met

Their romance began in 2004, during George W. Bush’s re-election campaign. Henry was working on the campaign team, and that’s when he first crossed paths with Jenna. They met at the White House, where Henry had come to watch a football game. At the time, Jenna was a teacher in Washington, D.C., and while she found Henry attractive, he was dating someone else.

However, fate had different plans. By 2005, after Bush secured re-election, Jenna and Henry officially started dating. Their relationship quickly became serious, and they were seen together at major events, including inaugural parties and White House dinners.

A Presidential Courtship and a Hilarious Proposal

In 2007, Henry proposed to Jenna in Maine, marking the beginning of their journey toward marriage. However, Jenna later revealed a surprising twist—she had actually proposed to Henry first after a few cocktails! He didn’t outright say no, but as Jenna hilariously recalled, Henry responded with, “Uh uh uh.”

Eventually, they tied the knot in a private ceremony in 2008, and have since built a beautiful life together, co-parenting their three children: Mila, Poppy, and Hal.

Henry’s Secretive Side on ‘Today’

Recently, Jenna invited Henry to co-host an episode of Today, where their chemistry was undeniable. Jenna tried to get Henry to open up about their first date and first kiss, but he playfully refused to share too many details, stating, “I don’t like to kiss and tell.”

Despite this, Henry shared a memorable story about their second date. He picked Jenna up from the White House, but his old Ford Bronco ran out of gas right in front of the Secret Service convoy! He barely managed to roll into a gas station before his car stopped completely. Jenna jokingly assured viewers, “Don’t worry, American people, your tax dollars weren’t used to fix it.”

A Love Story That Stands the Test of Time

From a political meet-cute to hilarious first-date mishaps, Jenna and Henry’s love story is a perfect blend of romance, humor, and deep connection. While Henry may prefer to keep some details private, their journey continues to inspire fans.

With Jenna thriving as a TV host and Henry succeeding in business, their love story is a true testament to finding the right balance between public life and personal happiness.