In a candid interview on comedian Heather McMahan's podcast, Absolutely Not, 85-year-old actress Jane Fonda made headlines with her unfiltered take on dating in her 80s. When probed about her dating preferences, Fonda shocked listeners by stating that if she were to take a lover, he would have to be 20, explaining, "Because I don't like old skin."
Despite laughter from the podcast host and producers, Fonda remained serious about her unconventional choice. The interview quickly went viral, sparking a range of reactions from applauding fans to eyebrow-raised critics.
Fonda, known for her openness about her personal life, previously vowed not to return to the dating scene in 2018 and reiterated her lack of desire for a romantic relationship in 2021.
Embracing a life without traditional relationships, Fonda challenges societal norms on aging and love, expressing that she feels "younger now [at age 84] than I was in my 20s" after a 70-year pursuit of staying youthful. In 2020, Fonda announced she had "closed up shop" and was done dating after three marriages
