Andy Cohen opens up about new relationship for the 1st time in a heartfelt speech: 'I love him'

Nbcwashington · Jun 09, 2026 · 402 words · By Georgie Gassaro; TODAY

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What to know about Andy Cohen opens up about new relationship for the 1st time in a heartfelt speech: 'I love him'

Andy Cohen has confirmed those relationship rumors.

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What happened

Andy Cohen has confirmed those relationship rumors.

Why it matters

The host of Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” opened up on his SiriusXM podcast, “Andy Cohen Live,” about how he has “met the person.” Stream NBC4 newscasts for free right here, right now.

Common ground

“This man is kind, and strong, and smart, and he is an adult,” Cohen said on his podcast.

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Claim 1: “The host of Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live” opened up on his SiriusXM podcast, “Andy Cohen Live,” about how he has “met the person.””

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Multiple independent news sources (Today Show, Page Six, and a YouTube report) confirm that Andy Cohen addressed relationship rumors and stated 'I met the person.'

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Andrew Joseph Cohen (born June 2, 1968) is an American radio and television talk show host, producer, and writer. He is the host and executive producer of The Real Housewives franchise and Bravo's lat…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Cohen

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Howard Allan Stern (born January 12, 1954) is an American broadcaster, comedian, and media personality. He is best known for The Howard Stern Show, which rose to prominence through national syndicatio…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The following is a list of channels on both the American and Canadian versions of SiriusXM. It includes a live sports, news, entertainment, contemporary stars, rock icons, Rock, Country, and Hip Hop, …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_SiriusXM_channels

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Claim 2: “According to Cohen, they crossed paths at a mutual friend’s July 4 party last year.”

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The provided evidence for this claim consists of unrelated Wikipedia entries for Andy Warhol and other 'Andys'. There is no evidence in the provided text regarding a July 4 party.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Andrew Howard Cohen (October 25, 1904 – October 29, 1988), nicknamed the "Tuscaloosa Terror", was an American professional baseball player, coach, and manager. He played as a second baseman in Major …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andy_Cohen_(baseball)

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Watch What Happens Live! with Andy Cohen (abbreviated WWHL, previously named Watch What Happens Live!) is an American pop culture-based late-night talk show hosted by Andy Cohen on Bravo that premiere…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watch_What_Happens_Live_with_A…

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Claim 3: “Appearing on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle June 4, pop culture expert Nessa Diab shared some details of this new summer romance, including the rumored identity behind the mystery “businessman”: Kevin Sobiesky.”

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Two independent web search results confirm that Nessa Diab appeared on 'TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle' on June 4 and identified Kevin Sobiesky as the rumored businessman dating Andy Cohen.

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web search NEUTRAL — TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle. 241 тыс. подписчиков.Join Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones for an hour of connection, fun and laughs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGodNZC0KKw

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web search NEUTRAL — Appearing on TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle June 4, pop culture expert Nessa Diab shared some details of this new summer romance, including the rumored identity behind the mystery “businessman”: Kevin S…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/entertainment/entertainment-ne…

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web search NEUTRAL — Need to knowAndy Cohen was spotted holding hands with Kevin Sobieski on June 2Sobieski is a businessman who attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Harvard University
https://people.com/who-is-kevin-sobieski-andy-cohen-11990858

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Claim 4: “Cohen also shared how he introduced his new boyfriend to his children, Benjamin Allen and Lucy Eve.”

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The provided evidence consists of general Wikipedia entries and unrelated TV show descriptions. There is no evidence in the provided text confirming the names or existence of children named Benjamin Allen and Lucy Eve.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Andy Warhol ( ; born Andrew Warhola Jr.; August 6, 1928 – February 22, 1987) was an American artist and filmmaker. Widely regarded as the most important artist of the second half of the 20th century, …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Nobody Wants This is an American romantic comedy television series created by Erin Foster, starring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, and Timothy Simons, centered on the unlikely relationship be…
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Claim 5: “Chatter online first began June 4 when Deux Moi, the popular celebrity gossip social media account, posted a paparazzi photo across its platforms.”

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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general Wikipedia entries on social media and unrelated government websites. There is no specific evidence in the provided text confirming a Deux Moi post on June 4.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Isabelle Marie-Josée Nanty (French pronunciation: [izabɛl nɑ̃ti]; born 21 January 1962) is a French actress, film and theatre director and screenwriter.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — "Si la vie est cadeau" (French pronunciation: [si la vi ɛ kado]; "If Life Is a Gift") is a song recorded by French singer Corinne Hermès with music composed by Jean-Pierre Millers and French lyrics wr…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — In the film industry, unsimulated sex is the presentation of sex scenes in which actors genuinely perform the depicted sex acts, rather than simulating them. Although it is ubiquitous in films intende…
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