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Eric Schmidt Sparks Romance Rumors with Bavarian PM's Daughter

2/10/2026

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Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, is linked romantically to Gloria-Sophie Burkandt, 27-year-old daughter of Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder.
They were spotted at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, sparking media attention over their 43-year age difference.
Reports say they have spent time together across US, India, and Europe, with plans to attend the Munich Security Conference.
Schmidt has faced controversy over past allegations from a former partner.

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Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, is linked romantically to Gloria-Sophie Burkandt, 27-year-old daughter of Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder.
They were spotted at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, sparking media attention over their 43-year age difference.
Reports say they have spent time together across US, India, and Europe, with plans to attend the Munich Security Conference.
Schmidt has faced controversy over past allegations from a former partner.