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Whoopi Goldberg: I'm Not Built for Relationships
5 Feb
Summary
- Goldberg feels relationships require too much consideration of others.
- She prefers solitude, stating loneliness and being alone are different.
- Her book explores why many people are not suited for partnerships.
Whoopi Goldberg, 70, has shared that she is not well-suited for romantic relationships due to the demands of considering other people, in addition to her family and professional life. She has come to recognize that not everyone is built for sustained partnerships, expressing a preference for solitude over cohabitation.
Goldberg distinguishes between loneliness and being alone, noting that while she has ample social connections, she does not experience loneliness. She observes that society often frames being single negatively, which she finds untrue. Her personal experiences have taught her valuable lessons about herself and her needs.
The Sister Act star's views on relationships are detailed in her 2015 book, 'Whoopi's Big Book of Relationships: If Someone Says 'You Complete Me,' RUN!'. In it, she discusses how societal narratives from love songs and movies create unrealistic expectations about finding a perfect partner.
Despite her preference for living solo, Goldberg maintains amicable relationships with her ex-partners. She stated in October 2024 that she remains in contact with all her former flames, emphasizing respect and friendship over romantic involvement.
