Andy Cohen Reveals He Dates Much Younger People

The 'WWHL' host made a rare personal confession about his dating preferences.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:39pm

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During a recent episode of his late-night talk show 'Watch What Happens Live,' host Andy Cohen made a rare personal confession, revealing that he often dates people who are much younger than him. The 57-year-old TV personality made the admission while playing a game with his guests, where he jokingly told a guest that there's nothing wrong with 'age-gap friendships' since he dates people half his age 'all the time.'

Why it matters

Cohen is known for keeping his personal life private, so his candid comments about his dating preferences are a rare glimpse into his romantic life. The revelation also touches on the broader societal discussion around age-gap relationships and the double standards that often exist.

The details

The confession came during a 'DinOH No You Didn't' segment on 'WWHL,' where Cohen was questioning guest Liz McGraw about her friendship with a much younger man. When McGraw's husband pointed out the age gap, Cohen fired back, 'So what? I date people half my age all of the time. Don't shame age-gap friendships!' Cohen, who is 57 years old, has previously shared details about past relationships, including a 'mad passionate love affair' with Broadway actor Sydney James Harcourt, whom he met on Craigslist years ago.

  • The confession occurred during the April 12, 2026 episode of 'Watch What Happens Live.'

The players

Andy Cohen

The 57-year-old host of the late-night talk show 'Watch What Happens Live,' who is known for keeping his personal life private but made a rare confession about his dating preferences.

Liz McGraw

A guest on 'Watch What Happens Live' who was being questioned by Cohen about her friendship with a much younger man.

Sydney James Harcourt

A Broadway actor who Cohen previously revealed he had a 'mad passionate love affair' with, after meeting him on Craigslist years earlier.

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What they’re saying

“'I date people half my age all of the time. Don't shame age-gap friendships!'”

— Andy Cohen, Host, 'Watch What Happens Live'

The takeaway

Cohen's candid admission about his dating preferences challenges societal norms and double standards around age-gap relationships, while also providing a rare glimpse into the personal life of the usually private TV personality.