Tig Notaro Reveals Political Rift with Cheryl Hines Over Robert Kennedy Jr.
EXCLUSIVE: Tig Notaro Spills Tea on Friendship Fallout with Cheryl Hines Amid Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Trump Support
In a juicy revelation, comedian Tig Notaro has finally broken her silence about the politics-driven rift between her and actress Cheryl Hines. The 54-year-old stand-up star opened up about the friendship fallout during an appearance on the popular podcast, Breaking Bread With Tom Papa, this week.
Tig reflected fondly on her time with Cheryl: "Cheryl was one of my favorite friends to be ridiculous with. We made each other laugh so hard – we'd often find ourselves in fits of giggles just being silly together." The Morning Show star's affection for Hines is palpable, and it's clear that their friendship was more than just a professional partnership.
However, things took a turn when Cheryl's husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., began to make headlines as a supporter of Donald Trump. Tig confessed: "When Bobby announced his run for office, I felt like I needed to step away from our friendship." She continued, "Cheryl's marriage to him was a turning point for me – it made me realize that their shared values were no longer aligned with mine."
Tig explained that her initial reservations about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s views stemmed from his involvement in environmental law, but as the years went by, she began to feel uneasy about his growing influence and endorsements. "It started to grow on my skin like a gnat," she compared it. "Cheryl would invite me to discuss their ideas with them, but I'd decline – I just didn't trust it."
The situation came to a head when Robert F. Kennedy Jr. publicly endorsed Trump, leading Tig to reevaluate her friendship with Cheryl: "It was hard for me to reconcile my love and respect for Cheryl with my distaste for Bobby's politics." The comedian acknowledged that their friendship had been fun – they even co-hosted a popular podcast called True Story, where they'd watch documentaries together and playfully critique the characters.
Tig fondly remembered: "We'd ask each other ridiculous questions like, 'Who are you attracted to in this documentary?' It was such a joy to share that experience with Cheryl." However, as their friendship continued, Tig realized it was time to prioritize relationships that brought her more joy and aligned with her values.
In related news, The View hosted a heated debate between Sunny Hostin and Cheryl Hines this week. The Curb Your Enthusiasm actress faced intense questioning about her husband's qualifications for Health Secretary – or rather, the lack thereof. When asked if Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s medical background was sufficient to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Cheryl passionately defended his credentials: "He has dedicated his career to suing big corporations because of toxins that have been affecting people's health."
However, Sunny countered: "But the problem, respectfully, is that your husband is the least qualified Department of Health and Human Services head that we've had in history." The exchange was tense, with Sunny pointing out Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s lack of medical training and his history of spreading misinformation about vaccines.
Cheryl remained unapologetic: "He has spent his career studying toxins, studying people's health, fighting for one guy who was using Roundup for his job." Despite the controversy surrounding her husband's views, Cheryl showed no signs of backing down. As the debate raged on, it became clear that Tig Notaro's decision to distance herself from their friendship may have been a wise choice after all.
In light of these developments, it's clear that politics can indeed be a divider – even among close friends and allies. Only time will tell if Cheryl Hines and Tig Notaro will be able to mend their friendship or if the rift between them has become too wide to bridge.
