Gayle King's Bold Move: Embracing Younger Dating Partners a Year After Denying Rumors
GAYLE KING DROPS MAJOR BOMBSHELL: THE 70-YEAR-OLD TV PERSONALITY IS READY TO TAKE ON THE DATING WORLD WITH A VENGEANCE!
After boldly venturing into space, Gayle King has set her sights on an even more thrilling adventure - love. The 70-year-old television icon, best known for being Oprah Winfrey's trusty sidekick, recently dished out juicy details about her dating life to Entertainment Tonight.
In a tell-all interview, King expressed her readiness to take the plunge into romance, affirming that she is indeed interested in finding love with someone younger. The bombshell revelation has left fans and critics alike buzzing with excitement and curiosity.
GAYLE'S DATING DESIRES EXPOSED
At a swanky launch party for Hoda Kotb's new venture, Joy 101, King was asked about her stance on finding love. With her signature charm and wit, she shot back, "Why, you got somebody for me?" ET reporter, seemingly taken aback by the question, replied that she could indeed find someone special for King.
Without hesitation, King chimed in with a cheeky remark: "I am alert and available!" The room erupted in laughter as the two women playfully teased about finding love.
When asked what she was looking for in a partner, King replied with a sly smile, "The same thing you want... the same thing you got!" This enigmatic response has sparked endless speculation among fans, leaving everyone wondering who might be on her radar.
THE YOUNGER MEN DILEMMA
King also addressed the long-standing rumor about her preference for younger men. Without beating around the bush, she candidly stated, "I've always said that." When pressed further about her age preferences, King clarified, "I just don't want someone young enough I could've given birth to."
In a bold move, King declared herself open to all possibilities, but quickly shut down any speculation about a romantic connection with her longtime best friend and cohost Oprah Winfrey. The two women addressed the years-long rumors in an interview with Melinda Gates last July.
"We were up against that for forever," Oprah shared, candidly discussing how the public's perception affected their personal lives. "For years people used to say we were gay." King echoed Oprah's sentiments, confessing that it indeed impacted her dating life.
GAYLE'S BLUNT ASSESSMENT OF HER DATING LIFE
King has been open about her experiences in love before, but this latest interview has shed even more light on her desires and preferences. In a previous conversation with Tamron Hall, King confessed to wanting a younger man, sparking another frenzy of speculation.
With unflinching honesty, King shared her dating criteria: "I'd like it to start with a five, and I don't wanna be a nurse or a purse." This tongue-in-cheek remark has left fans in stitches, but also highlights King's refreshing candor about what she's looking for in a partner.
"I don't want someone too young," she emphasized. "I want someone who has all of their teeth." The room erupted in laughter as the interviewer attempted to clarify the criteria.
King went on to emphasize that it's not about material wealth or external validation; rather, she seeks a partner with confidence and self-assurance. "You know, I remember once being told by my ex, 'I'll be tired when this Gayle King s**t is over.'"
With a laugh and a wink, King shared her desire for someone who celebrates her as an individual, someone who is excited about her success and feels comfortable in their own skin.
GAYLE'S PAST RELATIONSHIPS UNDER THE MICROSCOPE
As the spotlight shines brighter on King's love life, it's hard not to wonder what sparked her interest in dating younger men. Her previous marriage to William Bumpus ended in 1993 after 11 years of wedded bliss.
Since then, there have been whispers about potential romances with prominent figures, including a rumored link to Senator Cory Booker in 2006. However, nothing was ever confirmed, leaving fans with more questions than answers.
With this latest interview, King has undoubtedly piqued everyone's interest and reignited the conversation around her love life. Will she find what she's looking for? Only time will tell.