The key factor which could make TJ Holmes ‘resentful’ of Amy Robach now the honeymoon phase is over, expert says
AMY Robach and TJ Holmes have been joined at the hip ever since their affair was exposed.
As the next stage in their relationship approaches, a psychologist has warned they must now start getting in some “me time” or “resentments” will build.
Over seven months Amy, 50, and TJ, 45, have been photographed together on vacation, lunch dates, or strolling around New York City.
Usually the ousted Good Morning America stars wear color-coordinating outfits and walk hand in hand.
They even work out together – with the keen marathon runners hitting the streets of Manhattan as a pair.
Prior to their affair becoming an official relationship, TJ and Amy worked together for two years as co-hosts on GMA3, meaning they’re used to spending lots of time together.
In an exclusive interview, psychologist Jo Hemmings told The U.S. Sun: “There are not many couples who would spend all their working lives with their partner.
“But more importantly, all their downtime too.
“It can begin to feel stifling and even lonely for both parties, especially when the honeymoon phase of the relationship is over.
“At this point, while there has been no right or wrong way, Amy and TJ must recognize that they might need some space from each other.
“There do not seem to be any other running friends around, or any separate hobbies.
“There is the possibility that they may have lost their other hobbies, interests, and friends.
“When they want these things back, which they will, it may not be so easy and can lead to resentment.
Amy and TJ seem to be totally wrapped up in each other’s worlds. They are operating as one person
Jo Hemmings
“It was probably the running that brought them closer together at the start, but this was Amy’s hobby.
“Now TJ has replaced her girls’ running group and become Amy’s running partner.
“TJ may feel controlled moving forward, because running is and was Amy’s hobby and her thing.
“It is so important that TJ maintains some sort of independence,
“Resentment will start creeping in down the line and they could end up lost.”
In 2022, Amy and TJ launched their marathon training efforts together while working at ABC.
The former daytime TV presenters documented it all online. Running together appeared to make them closer.
Back then Amy was married to former Melrose Place star Andrew Shue, 56. TJ was the husband of lawyer Marilee Fiebig, 45.
Previously, on the GMA website, Amy wrote about enjoying running with her girlfriends.
“We have a true workout girl squad and we do some type of exercise four to five days a week,” she said in 2019.
Amy added: “Instead of ladies who lunch, we’re ladies who run, lift, kick, and punch.”
After Amy and TJ’s affair hit the headlines in November, the couple did not waste time making their relationship public.
They also began running together through their separations, job losses, and TJ’s divorce.
By then, Amy’s girl running squad was long gone.
Our expert said the couple must reassess and find separate avenues of pleasure.
“It definitely seems like running was Amy’s hobby and that she drew TJ into it,” added Jo.
“Maybe it was because she always said how good she feels about running.
“Maybe Amy wanted TJ to have the whole endorphin experience.
“In the end Amy, swapped the girl squad and Andrew for TJ as a running partner.
“The other issue is that because of their ages, Amy and TJ’s constant loved-up displays are unique.
“Younger people are probably cringing at how intense their chemistry is.
“Sometimes they can barely keep their hands off each other.
“I suspect they are pretty public with their love to ensure that their fans and followers know how significant their relationship is.
“While they would appear to have it right for them, it is not sustainable right now in the long-term.”
While little is known about which family members, Amy and TJ spend time with TJ’s daughter Sabine, 10.
Amy shares daughters Ava, 19, and Annie, 16, with Tom McIntosh who she divorced in 2010.
“It is crucial for Amy and TJ to maintain a healthy balance,” added Jo.
“This means spending time together and having personal time or me time.
“At the moment Amy and TJ seem to be totally wrapped up in each other’s worlds.
“They are operating as one person in effect.
“This is not allowing each of them to pursue their individual hobbies and interests, or maintain their own sense of identity.
“They need to see their family and friends.
“They could encourage and support each other in pursuing personal goals and activities and new experiences.
“These two probably need to recognize that this is healthy in their relationship when the crazy honeymoon period is over.
“Supporting each other’s growth in different areas helps to keep the relationship dynamic.
“It also helps prevents complacency.”