Reese Witherspoon is happy her new boyfriend is not actor
Los Angeles, June 28
Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon is enjoying the fact that her boyfriend is not a part of the entertainment industry.
The 'Legally Blonde' actress was previously married to her Cruel Intentions co-star Ryan Phillippe and former talent agent Jim Toth, and also dated Jake Gyllenhaal for over two years after meeting on the set of the 2007 political thriller 'Rendition', reports 'Female First UK'.
The actress has been quietly dating Searchlight Capital founding partner Oliver Haarmann since 2024. And, Reese, 50, is said to be relieved that her boyfriend is not a fellow celebrity.
A source told 'People' magazine, "She likes that he's outside of the entertainment world. He's very driven in his own career and that really works for Reese, who loves being busy and focused. They have a lot of fun together and things between them are going really well".
Reese is still based in Nashville and enjoys travelling "back and forth to New York" to see Haarmann, 58.
While the pair have been dating since 2024, they only made their first public appearance at the premiere of Elle, the Legally Blonde prequel series focusing on her character in high school, in New York City on June 23.
As per 'Female First UK', their romance is going from strength to strength, Reese is also "in a really exciting place" career-wise.
The insider said, "She loves the kind of focus that comes with having a lot going on. She really enjoyed working behind the scenes on the show, including the casting process, and feels proud to be bringing something she cares so much about to a new audience".
Reese has son Deacon, 22, and daughter Ava, 26, with her actor-ex-husband Ryan Phillippe and son Tennessee, 13, with second husband Jim Toth. Haarmann has two children from a previous marriage.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Sounds like a mature decision. In our culture, we often say 'log kya kahenge' but at least she's prioritizing her own happiness. Being with someone outside the industry can bring fresh perspective. All the best to her!
Honestly, I think this is smart. Celebrity relationships often create too much noise. Here in India, we see similar patterns with star kids dating within the industry - it rarely works out. A normal partner can ground you better. 👌
It's wonderful that she's found someone who shares her drive but isn't in the same fishbowl. In India, we have so many celebrities who married outside the film industry and seemed happier for it. Hope this lasts! 😊
While I'm happy for her, I wonder if she's overcorrecting. Past relationships with actors and agents didn't work out, so now she's dating a finance guy. Relationships shouldn't be about avoiding categories, but about genuine connection. Just my two paise. 🤔
Every celebrity in India should take notes. Our film industry folks keep dating within the circle and look what happens - messy divorces, public spats. Sometimes the best match is someone who doesn't care about your star status. Hope Reese gets her happily ever after. 🇮🇳
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