Christina Haack Shares Poolside Snap in Crochet Bikini After Addressing Engagement Rumors

The 'Flip Off' star dismissed speculation she's ready to walk down the aisle again after wearing a Cartier ring with her kids' initials.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 5:55am

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Christina Haack took to Instagram to share a radiant poolside photo from a tropical getaway, showcasing a cream-colored crochet bikini with delicate floral details. The 42-year-old lifestyle expert addressed recent rumors that she was engaged for a fourth time after being spotted wearing a conspicuous ring at a recent HGTV event, clarifying that the jewelry was actually a Cartier love ring she's owned for nearly a decade that features her children's initials.

Why it matters

Haack's love life has long been a subject of public fascination, with the reality star navigating three previous divorces. This latest social media post and clarification around the engagement rumors provide insight into Haack's current relationship status and her efforts to maintain privacy around her personal life.

The details

In the Instagram photo, Haack is seen holding a glass and a bottle of her own champagne brand, Clé Cachée, while posing on a white towel with a scenic ocean backdrop. She accessorized the relaxed vacation look with a black baseball cap and oversized aviator sunglasses. The photo came after Haack attended an HGTV event where she wore a ring on her wedding finger, sparking engagement rumors. However, Haack took to her Instagram stories to clarify that the ring was actually a Cartier love ring she's owned for nearly a decade that features the initials of her three children.

  • Haack shared the poolside photo on Instagram on March 16, 2026.
  • Haack attended the HGTV 'Bachelor Mansion Takeover' event in Los Angeles on March 12, 2026, where she was spotted wearing the ring that sparked engagement rumors.
  • Haack addressed the engagement rumors in her Instagram stories on March 15, 2026.

The players

Christina Haack

A 42-year-old lifestyle expert and reality TV star known for her shows 'Flip or Flop' and 'The Flip Off'.

Tarek El Moussa

Haack's first husband, with whom she shares two children and co-stars on 'The Flip Off'.

Ant Anstead

Haack's second husband, a British TV personality.

Josh Hall

Haack's third husband, a real estate agent.

Christopher Larocca

Haack's current boyfriend, whom she gushed about in a recent interview.

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What they’re saying

“Um, everything's going good, going strong and, like, just nice, easy, great partner.”

— Christina Haack

“That ring (that I've worn for almost 10 years) is a Cartier love ring (a gift to myself) with my kids initials.”

— Christina Haack

“And 'Marriage is just not on my radar right now,' was my exact quote.”

— Christina Haack

The takeaway

Despite the public interest in her love life, Christina Haack continues to navigate her relationships and personal life with transparency, addressing rumors head-on and focusing on her children and her thriving career as a lifestyle expert and reality TV personality.