In a candid article for The Cut, comedian Kathy Griffin shared her experiences dating after her recent divorce. Griffin, who is 65, discussed her unexpected relationship with a 23-year-old man, providing insights into the age difference and its impact on her perspective on love.
Griffin embarked on her dating journey following her divorce from marketing executive Randy Bick in December 2023. Encouraged by her friend, singer Sia, she began using dating apps, going on three dates with “very nice guys.” Despite not feeling a romantic spark, she found the experience worthwhile. However, everything shifted when she “accidentally fell in love” with a younger man.
“I was surprised to find someone who didn’t carry the usual sexism and biases that men my age tend to exhibit,” Griffin explained. She described feeling genuinely seen and comfortable during their time together. “I felt very content just hanging out,” she added, reflecting on the emotional connection they shared.
While Griffin was aware from the start that their relationship might not withstand the test of time due to their age gap, she valued the feelings it rekindled. “It was nice to know that my heart could still feel like that in my 60s,” she remarked. This relationship, though brief, provided a sense of hope and joy that had been elusive for her in the past.
Griffin’s previous marriages include her union with Matt Moline from 2001 to 2006 and her later marriage to Bick. She acknowledged the challenges of her younger partner’s statements about not wanting children, noting, “You don’t know that. You’re 23. You have no idea.” Griffin recognized that her own life experiences could complicate their relationship.
Reflecting on the connection they shared, she noted that he made her feel “sexy and special and smart and funny.” She appreciated that he had not been “banged around that much” and lacked the emotional baggage that often complicates adult relationships. “I just knew that my baggage was gonna get in the way,” she concluded.
Griffin’s openness about dating in her 60s resonates with a broader conversation about love and relationships at different life stages. She emphasized the importance of feeling valued and cherished, regardless of age.
Her recent reflections come in a period where she has been vocal about her personal growth and self-acceptance. In a separate discussion, Griffin went viral for revealing her cosmetic surgery experiences, humorously detailing the costs involved and the significance of her choices in relation to her career.
As Griffin navigates her post-divorce life, her experiences serve as a reminder that love can emerge at any age, and that emotional connections can flourish in unexpected places.
