Cheryl Hines comforts RFK Jr. after Ethel Kennedy’s death amid affair rumours with Olivia Nuzzi

The couple put on a united front at the Kennedy family compound, sparking speculation of reconciliation.

Cheryl Hines was by her husband Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s side at the Kennedy family compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts, following the death of his mother, Ethel Kennedy, at age 96. Despite recent rumors of RFK Jr.'s alleged affair with New York magazine reporter Olivia Nuzzi, Hines rushed to comfort him, signaling a possible reconciliation.

Exclusive photos captured by DailyMail.com show Hines and RFK Jr. walking hand-in-hand at the compound, putting on a united front ahead of Ethel Kennedy’s funeral. The pair were spotted arriving separately, but quickly reunited, even working out together at a nearby gym and making a grocery stop at Trader Joe's.

Hines, 59, was seen wearing her wedding ring, contrasting earlier appearances when she was spotted without it amid the affair rumors. However, RFK Jr., 70, did not have his wedding band on, fueling ongoing speculation about their marriage. Nevertheless, the couple appeared close and supportive of each other during this difficult time.

Rumors of their split emerged when it was reported that RFK Jr. had a sexting relationship with Nuzzi, 31, though he denied the claims, stating the two had only met once for an interview. The alleged affair sparked speculation that Hines was planning to divorce RFK Jr., but the couple’s recent public display suggests they may be mending their relationship.

RFK Jr. took to social media to pay tribute to his late mother, writing, “She wrung joy from every moment, but for 56 years she has spoken with yearning of the day she would reunite with my father... She is with him now.” Hines, too, shared a heartfelt Instagram post in memory of Ethel, highlighting the many fond memories they shared.

As the family prepares for Ethel Kennedy’s funeral, RFK Jr. and Hines continue to navigate the complexities of their relationship under public scrutiny. While the rumors of infidelity and divorce have yet to be fully addressed, the couple’s united appearance hints at a potential path to reconciliation.