Moby Reveals He Hasn't Been on a Date in Over 10 Years

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In a new interview, musician Moby revealed that he hasn't been on a date in over a decade. The 60-year-old, who became sober in 2008, said his life is currently "unbelievably, tediously monastic" as he dedicates himself to work, sobriety, and meditation. Moby also discussed his past relationship with actress Natalie Portman, which she has previously denied.

Why it matters

Moby's comments provide a rare glimpse into the personal life of the reclusive musician, who has largely stepped out of the spotlight in recent years. His decision to abstain from dating for over a decade reflects a significant shift in his priorities as he has focused on his sobriety and creative pursuits.

The details

Moby told The Times that he works "seven days a week, 365 days a year" because "almost nothing brings me more joy than working." He described his current lifestyle as "so unbelievably, tediously monastic" and said he hasn't been on a date "in over 10 years." Moby also spoke about his past relationship with Natalie Portman, which the actress has denied. Portman previously said Moby's account of their relationship was inaccurate, describing him as "a much older man being creepy" when she was just out of high school.

• Moby became sober in 2008.
• Moby last went on a date over 10 years ago.
• Moby's memoir "Then It Fell Apart," which discussed his relationship with Natalie Portman, was published in 2019.

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