Chris Pinesparkedbacklashafter he was spotted strolling throughNew York City, USA, on Tuesday (December 10) with his 29-year-old girlfriend,Keana Sky Wenger. The couple, first linked in August 2023, have maintained a low profile but have been seen together on romantic trips. People have been pointing to their15-year age gapand potential power dynamics, as Keana is a former restaurant worker.
HighlightsChris Pine faces backlash for dating 29-year-old Keana due to 15-year age gap.Netizens criticize perceived power dynamics in Chris and Keana’s relationship.Keana, a former restaurant worker, linked with Chris since August 2023.
The 44-year-old actor was spotted with Keana in the Big Apple. Chris embraced winter fashion in a trench coat and cuffed jeans.
Meanwhile, Keana wore a navy coat, graphic T-shirt, and dark jeans,The Daily Mailreported on Wednesday (December 11).
Photographs of the couple’s date ignited ruthless reactions.
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AReddituser wrote: “Less about her and mostly about him.
“I could almost ignore the age gap until seeing that she’s always with him now and doesn’t seem to have a job afterquitting[…] her [hostess] job.
“Thepower imbalanceis uncomfortable to think about. If he’s not planning on settling down with her then he’s being irresponsible towards her.”
AnotherRedditorcommented: “Listen, it truly doesn’t matter how cool someone seems. They all go for the young Insta models if given the chance.”
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A netizen questioned: “What in theLeonardo DiCaprio?”
Someone else penned: “Rich Hollywood men really are the same huh.”
A separate individual chimed in: “He looks like he could be her dad.”
He was spotted strolling through New York City, USA, on Tuesday (December 10) with his 29-year-old girlfriend, Keana Sky Wenger
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Keana has beenreportedlylinked to Chris since August 2023. TheStar Trekalumnus and his brunette beauty were recently spotted enjoying a romantic getaway to Portofino, Italy, in September,The Mailreported.
Chris and Keana reportedly have a 15-year age gap and met after Keana caught the actor’s eye while working as a host at a restaurant, according to celebrity gossip pageDeuxMoi.
Chris Pine bundles up in a trench coat as he goes for a walk with his girlfriend, Keana Sky Wenger, in New York City on Dec. 10.pic.twitter.com/yD3L8onFsC
— Shadow🐺 (@AbhishekRa66746)December 11, 2024
The lovebirds were also recently spotted leaving the prestigious Château Marmont in Los Angeles after attending an exclusive, star-studded dinner,Hello Magazinereported on Thursday (December 12).
The Princess Diaries 2star was previously in a relationship with South African model Dominique Piek from late 2011 to early 2013.
Chris recently shared his thoughts on the recently announcedPrincess Diaries 3
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Chris Pine and mystery girlfriend still going strong as they hold hands on date night in Italy View:https://t.co/ewHbcfh99wpic.twitter.com/5ysaRtctbZ
— RONDON👑 (@MenorRondon)September 20, 2024
He subsequently dated British actress Annabelle Wallis from 2018 to early 2022.
In other Chris Pine news, the actor shared his thoughts on the recently announcedPrincess Diaries 3during an interview onTodaywith Hoda & Jenna.
Chris, who played Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 sequel, called the project “fantastic” but admitted he had no knowledge of his involvement, leaving fans eager for his return to the beloved franchise,The Independentreported in October.
Chris, who played Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 sequel, called the project “fantastic”
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Chris Pine at Chateau Marmont with girlfriend Keana Sky Wenger 📸 @backgrid_usapic.twitter.com/LOfU9t7K2f
— deuxmoi (@deuxmoiworld)December 8, 2024
Chris isn’t the only actor who has been recently criticized for dating someone younger. 64-year-old Sean Penn recently ignited heated debates on social media after making a red-carpet debut with his girlfriend, 30-year-old Valeria Nicov.
The couple attended the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 30 where Sean was being honored for his successful career in showbiz,Bored Pandapreviously reported.
“How predictable,” a reader commented
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