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JFK Jr. & Daryl Hannah: True Cost of Love?
13 Feb
Summary
- Jacqueline Kennedy was reportedly concerned about her son's relationship.
- A dog's death strained JFK Jr. and Daryl Hannah's relationship.
- JFK Jr. felt Daryl punished him by forcing him to attend her dog's funeral.
John F. Kennedy Jr.'s relationship with actress Daryl Hannah, which began in 1988, reportedly faced significant challenges, leading to their separation in 1994. Allegations suggest Jacqueline Kennedy harbored concerns about her son's involvement with Hannah. These claims, though unconfirmed by the couple, were noted in a 2025 documentary. Hannah's stepmother, Sue Wexler, has refuted these rumors, stating Jacqueline was "very warm and affectionate."
Further insights from a 2024 book, "JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography," detail disputes between the couple. One account suggests a fight stemmed from Hannah's alleged difficulty in getting along with Jacqueline Kennedy. The book also contains friend's recollections describing Daryl as "needy" and noting a lack of "love" in their interactions.
The death of Daryl Hannah's dog in 1994, after being hit by a car in Central Park, became a significant point of contention. John F. Kennedy Jr. was reportedly blamed for the incident. During this difficult period, Jacqueline Kennedy's health also declined, leading to her death in late 1994. JFK Jr. allegedly felt punished by Hannah for bringing him to Los Angeles to handle her dog's ashes, especially when he was grieving his mother's passing.
