He would often call Rhodes up to solicit story ideas.

As for Rhodes, feelings developed after Hannity invited her to a 1992 mayoral debate he had planned.

Rhodes' colleagues weren’t as convinced, though.

Sean Hannity smiling

In fact, even their pastor told her marrying Hannity was a mistake.

And I think she left that meeting in tears," Hannity said.

“Sean and Jill are committed to working together for the best interests of their children.

Sean Hannity posing

Amicable agreements were entered into over four years ago between Sean and Jill.

They maintain a close relationship as parents to their children,” they said in a statement.

And the exes have reportedly stayed true to their word.

One source toldPage Sixthat the split “is very amicable.

Sean is still close with members of Jill’s family.”