Julie Banderas has always been known for speaking her mind, and when it came to sharing personal updates, she didn’t disappoint. In true Banderas fashion, she broke the news of her divorce live on national TV — unscripted, unfiltered, and with a heavy dose of sarcasm.
Valentine’s Day, With a Twist
In February 2023, while appearing on Gutfeld! during a Valentine’s Day segment, the longtime Fox News anchor dropped the unexpected announcement:
“I’m getting a divorce. I’ll just say it right here for the first time,” she said casually, adding with biting humor, “Thanks, everyone. Congratulations are in order. That’s breaking news!”
But she wasn’t finished. Banderas took the holiday to task on air:
“F*** Valentine’s Day. It’s ridiculous — even when I was married, I never got anything!”
Her blunt delivery made waves online. Viewers applauded her honesty, with one joking:
“You’re not an adult until you’ve been divorced at least once.”
Banderas snapped back: “Yeah, like 13 years ago.”
Behind the Divorce Headlines
Julie Banderas married Andrew Sansone, a businessman and financial advisor, in 2009. Together, they raised three children: Addison, Melissa, and Avery. For years, they appeared to maintain a picture-perfect life — until signs of strain surfaced in 2022.
In December of that year, Banderas referred to Sansone as her “soon-to-be ex” in a tweet, and he all but vanished from her social media. Around the same time, he was arrested following allegations that he threatened her with a steak knife — though the case was dismissed, and the judge questioned the credibility of her claims.
Despite the drama, Banderas came out the other side lighter and more outspoken than ever. “Basically, I’m a full-time cleaning lady who goes to my TV job to relax,” she once joked in her bio.
She’s made it clear: the end of her marriage wasn’t a tragedy — it was overdue.
After her viral on-air reveal, a friend texted: “Not sure what I got you for your wedding, but I want it back.” Banderas tweeted the exchange with a laugh: “I love my friends lol.”
Post-Divorce and Unapologetically Herself
Now, in mid-2025, Banderas is embracing single life with zero regrets. She hasn’t gone public with any new relationships, instead doubling down on her work and time with her kids.
She’s still a regular presence on Fox News and keeps her social media lively with her signature blend of sharp commentary and real-life mom moments.
When a fan recently complimented her post-divorce glow-up, she responded with typical sass:
“Thanks for noticing! It’s called, divorce.”
From News Anchor to Children’s Author
But Banderas’ story doesn’t end on the anchor desk. Before her divorce, she had already begun exploring new creative ground. In 2022, she published Fiona’s Fantastical Fort, a children’s book about perseverance through life’s tough moments — a message that would later mirror her own journey.
By 2024, she had released a second book, A Monumental Mistake, part of the Freedom Island series from BRAVE Books. This time, she tackled themes of respecting history and authority — all while aiming to empower young readers with thoughtful life lessons.
Her books represent more than just a career expansion; they show Banderas evolving into a voice of resilience, strength, and unshakable confidence — both for adults and the next generation.
Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Whether she’s delivering headlines, cracking jokes online, or inspiring kids through storytelling, Julie Banderas proves that reinvention isn’t just possible — it’s powerful. She’s not just moving on; she’s moving up, on her own terms.
