Age Gap Shock: Jerry Seinfeld's Controversial Past Relationship Resurfaces
Jerry Seinfeld's Scandalous Past Revealed: The Shocking Truth About His Teenage Girlfriend
It's been over three decades since Jerry Seinfeld's iconic sitcom, Seinfeld, took the world by storm. But little did fans know that behind the curtain of laughter and good times, Seinfeld had a secret life that would leave many questioning his morality.
As we take a trip down memory lane, it becomes evident that Seinfeld's 28-year-old past is not as spotless as we thought. A viral old picture of the comedian, then 38, walking hand-in-hand with his then-18-year-old girlfriend, Shoshanna Lonstein (now Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss), has left fans and critics alike reeling.
The story begins in 1993 when Seinfeld met Lonstein at Central Park. She was a high school student attending the all-girls Nightingale-Bamford School in Manhattan. The two started dating, with Lonstein transferring from George Washington University to UCLA to be with her older beau. Their whirlwind romance lasted four years before they parted ways in 1997.
But here's where things get messy: Seinfeld was a whopping 20 years older than his girlfriend. While this might not have been a major issue back then, it's become increasingly disturbing in the present day. The internet has had its say, with Redditors calling out Seinfeld for his predatory behavior.
"Jerry Seinfeld is therefore a predatory a**hole," wrote one user on the popular online forum. "He knows damn well he was in a position of great influence and power and was using a child for his sexual interests. Pathetic loser."
Others tried to provide context, saying that times were different back then. But many disagreed, pointing out that consent is still crucial, regardless of age.
"I'm sorry but what's wrong with these men? Is it only the law that stops them from going lower?" questioned another user.
Seinfeld has never publicly commented on his relationship with Lonstein since their breakup. When asked about it by Howard Stern in a previous interview, he claimed he didn't realize her age and that they were just friends who went out to dinner. However, once it was confirmed that they were in a serious relationship, Seinfeld said, "Shoshanna is a person, not an age."
The Scholarly Note has reached out to Seinfeld's team for fresh comment, but as of yet, we have received none.
While this shocking revelation might tarnish Seinfeld's legacy, it serves as a reminder that even the most seemingly spotless stars can have skeletons in their closet.