'Ugliest House in America' on HGTV: Here is the truth behind host Retta's infamous dating rumors

Retta once talked of her fake relationship, saying, 'It is with a heavy heart that I learn of Joe Manganiello aka my wolfy Twitter boo is seeing one'
PUBLISHED JAN 1, 2023
'Ugliest House in America' star Retta hasn't opened up much about her dating life (Instagram/@unforettable)
'Ugliest House in America' star Retta hasn't opened up much about her dating life (Instagram/@unforettable)

Marietta Sangai Sirleaf aka Retta has made the show 'Ugliest House in America' an absolute hit. Her comedy and vibrant personality have added a spark to HGTV's show. Being the host, Retta got famous from her role as Donna Meagle in NBC's 'Parks and Recreation' and Ruby Hill in 'Good Girls'.

From gaudy designs to botched renovations, Retta excels in traveling and flipping the ugliest houses around. Receiving rave reviews in the past seasons, 'Ugliest House in America' has now been renewed for Season 3. With the new season coming up there will be new stories. More interesting flipping houses will be addressed by Retta. With the show almost on the verge of release, it has sparked fans' interest in knowing whether Retta is married in real life or not. Keep reading to know.

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Is Retta married?

Retta is currently not married to anyone. She has not even been reported to be dating any person in real. Even if Retta is, she must be very good at hiding it. However, in 2012, she revealed on Twitter that she had a crush on Joe Manganiello. As soon as Manganiello began dating Sofia Vergara in real life, Retta sarcastically revealed on social media that she has ended her fake relationship. 

Back then, US Magazine reported Retta claiming, "It is with a heavy heart that I learn of Joe Manganiello aka my wolfy Twitter boo is seeing one, Ms. Sofia Vergara. As with any (pretend) conscious uncoupling, there is still much love and my Mellow Nello (that was what I called my boo in my head) will always hold a special place in my Twitter heart." 

Furthermore, Retta was also rumored to be dating Rhino Wilson while filming 'Good Girls'. There was talk in the town that Retta dated her on-screen husband in real life as well. Retta is a comedian and has a great sense of humor and is a perfect match for a boyfriend or husband. However, as per the reports, she is still to find the perfect one in her life.



 

"Just when we thought the houses couldn’t get worse, America did not disappoint. In the new season, we’ll get back on the road and give fans more of what they love most about this series – especially ugly and fantastically funny home tours with Retta," reads the official synopsis of the show. Retta will be returning to HGTV's screen with 'Ugliest House in America' Season 3 on January 1. Episodes will air at 8 pm ET on Sunday, January 1 through Thursday, January 5 and at 9 pm ET on Friday, January 6.

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