Mackenzie Phillips recently shared insights about her life changes on Valerie Bertinelli’s podcast, “Getting Naked.” At 66, Phillips remarked that her once outgoing lifestyle differs vastly from her current, more reserved state. She explained that after a long day, she often feels drained and needs solitude to recharge. “I get home and, honestly, I have no words left. To be ready for another day, I have to be alone for a while,” she confessed. This private time explains her 15 years of celibacy, which she mentioned with a hint of hesitation.
Bertinelli supported this choice, stating that there’s nothing wrong with being celibate. Phillips added, “I’ve had enough sexual experiences to fill several lifetimes for a lot of people,” indicating her focus on personal healing rather than dating. She humorously noted she had a “little friend” in her bedside drawer, a clear sign of her independence. Interestingly, Bertinelli also revealed that she’s navigated her own stretches of celibacy and hasn’t been intimate in nearly two years.
Phillips has been married three times, first to music manager Jeff Sessler, then to guitarist Shane Fontayne, and finally to Keith Levenson, with each union ending in divorce. There’s been a notable trend in Hollywood recently regarding celibacy. For instance, Sharon Stone, during a podcast episode, shared her own experience of being single, aiming for deeper connections rather than casual relationships. “I’m looking for someone who can be my companion,” she expressed, moving away from the notion of mere physicality in relationships.
Meanwhile, Teri Hatcher recently opened up about her own dating life—or lack thereof. She candidly admitted to being single for seven years, feeling quite content with her close-knit group of friends yet remaining open to new possibilities. She humorously reflected on her dating experiences, stating that now she often wonders, “When am I going to have to change this guy’s diapers?” rather than focusing on romantic prospects.
Hatcher’s dating attempts have recently hit a bit of a snag; she was kicked off a dating app because her profile was flagged as fake, which seems to add to her disinterest in modern dating methods. Nevertheless, she remains hopeful, believing that if a new connection is meant to happen, it will be through more organic means rather than online platforms.
With Hollywood stars like Phillips, Stone, and Hatcher reflecting on their lives and choices regarding relationships, it appears that many are prioritizing personal fulfillment over societal expectations of romance. It’s a shift—one that embraces independence and self-care, perhaps indicating a broader cultural moment where celibacy is not just accepted but celebrated.
