Comedian Tig Notaro Discusses Friendship with Cheryl Hines Amid Political Tensions
Comedian Tig Notaro opened up about his friendship with actress Cheryl Hines, noting a significant change after Hines’ husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., entered the political scene. In a podcast episode, Notaro mentioned that he “never heard from her again” after he left his old podcast, stating, “We never ended our friendship, but once he ran for president… it just changed.” He recalled only reaching out to her out of concern, but received little response in return.
Notaro and Hines used to co-host a podcast called “Tig and Sheryl: The True Story,” where they shared thoughts on various documentaries. Notaro once described Hines as one of her “favorite friends to do silly things with,” but acknowledged that their friendship became strained due to Kennedy’s political views.
Hines expressed her frustrations recently, saying that Hollywood has been hypocritical in its reactions to her husband’s political stance. In an interview, Hines reflected on how hard it is to face criticism while feeling pressured to align with certain moral viewpoints in the entertainment industry.
Notaro further elaborated on his need to distance himself from Hines. He confessed that things became complicated after Kennedy supported Donald Trump during his 2024 campaign. She indicated that she did not feel comfortable being a part of the political “world” Kennedy represents, saying, “This is not my world. This is not my world… but I have to get out.” She seemed to show concern over the unclear path this could lead to.
While there was an initial close bond, the shift in political involvement seems to have altered their connection irreparably. Notaro reflected on their lengthy conversation, where Hines invited him to meet Kennedy. He thought about it but ultimately decided against it. “Oh, no, thank you,” he recalled thinking after deliberating on the offer.
As they navigate their separate paths, it appears that the political landscape has created a wedge between the two friends, accentuating the complexities of personal relationships in such a charged environment.
