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Cheryl Hines and Tig Notaro's Friendship Fractures Over Politics

11/25/2025

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Hines Distances Notaro

Cheryl Hines, the actress and wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has seen her friendship with comedian Tig Notaro deteriorate after Kennedy Jr. announced his presidential run.
Notaro says Hines distanced herself initially, despite their past close relationship.
Notaro notes that Hines has shifted toward right-wing politics, which she finds troubling.
Hines has been vocal about new friendships with prominent Republican figures, which further highlights the divide with Tig Notaro.

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Hines Reassesses Marriage

Cheryl Hines says her marriage to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has taken a toll on her mental and physical health, especially after her nephew's death.
She notes RFK Jr.'s presidential announcement increased safety concerns for her family and highlighted a lack of Secret Service protection.
She loves him and is reassessing politics after a stressful meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump that caused a health scare.

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Hines Distances Notaro

Cheryl Hines, the actress and wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has seen her friendship with comedian Tig Notaro deteriorate after Kennedy Jr. announced his presidential run.
Notaro says Hines distanced herself initially, despite their past close relationship.
Notaro notes that Hines has shifted toward right-wing politics, which she finds troubling.
Hines has been vocal about new friendships with prominent Republican figures, which further highlights the divide with Tig Notaro.

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