They met when she was 19, according toE!
Thompson would even appear on De Laurentiis' show to test out what she was making in the kitchen.
Unfortunately, the pair, whohad daughter Jade in 2008,divorcedin 2014, after over a decade together.
There are a few different theories about what caused the separation between De Laurentiis and Thompson.
If you’re curious, read on to find out the truth about De Laurentiis' divorce.
Fortunately, cooking helped.
Page Sixnoted the pair seemed at ease during dinner, with De Laurentiis talking to other friends as well.
De Laurentiis had a few drinks and reportedly even stumbled out of the restaurant as she left.
So, what was the real reason for the dinner?
De Laurentiis' reps didn’t make a statement.
In a statement reported byE!
In fact, the opposite has happened.
Was Giada De Laurentiis expected to balance a traditional housewife role with her career?
ToRedbook, she elaborated on this feeling.
“I have no problem going back to those traditional roles.
Did Giada De Laurentiis' empire affect her relationship with Todd Thompson?
Giada De Laurentiis likely dealt with stress as she balanced a career while also being a wife and mother.
Taking things slow doesn’t come easy to De Laurentiis.
Did her strong work ethic contribute to the end of her marriage?
Thompson also seemed more low-key.
The first of these allegations reportedly started with Matt Lauer, a now-disgraced previous host of theTodayshow.
A couple of sightings of the two got the press talking.
The first sighting was in Barbados in 2011, when images were taken of the two hugging and laughing.
De Laurentiis has denied any romance (viaPage Six).
She was also with her husband that same weekend.
Could certain headlines have caused strain in Giada De Laurentiis' marriage?
Another theory was that an assistant would step in for De Laurentiis during close-ups.
“We had been together since I was 19; I’m now 45.
That’s a lifetime with someone,” De Laurentiis told Dr. Oz forThe Good Life(viaPeople).
The two had never actually planned to have a child either.
“Todd and I talked about kids and decided we were okay not having them.
I don’t have the answers; I’m figuring them out as I go.
Luckily, things worked out in the end.
De Laurentiis even learned some new skills while being single.
I can do those things now,” she said.
Thompson has foundloveagain too.
The fashion designer is reportedly dating Heather Lacombe, an artist, according toPeople.
We’re supportive of each other and, in turn, supportive of Jade.”
Being a single mom can be tricky.
Fortunately, De Laurentiis has learned over the years when it’s time to call for reinforcements.
Celebrating my 57th with Heather and kiddos."
De Laurentiis' boyfriend Shane Farley must get along pretty well with Jade too.
