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Bale's Surprise: Father Married Gloria Steinem!
3 Sep
Summary
- Christian Bale learned about his father's marriage to Gloria Steinem later.
- Steinem was married to Bale's father from 2000 until his death.
- Gloria Steinem passed away peacefully at her New York City home.
Christian Bale revealed his surprise at discovering his father, David Bale, had married feminist icon Gloria Steinem. The marriage took place between 2000 and 2003, the year David Bale passed away from brain lymphoma. Bale, who was in Germany at the time, learned about the wedding afterward, stating it was news to him.
In 2001, Bale expressed his anticipation to see his father with a partner, having previously known him as alone. He and his wife planned to spend time with the couple. Steinem, who had advocated for marriage equality, also noted her surprise at entering into marriage herself. She later continued her work for equality until her passing.
Gloria Steinem passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at her home in New York City. Her statement noted her nearly century of life was well-lived, and she remained dedicated to equality throughout her years.
