Halle Berry recently opened up about the unique and enduring nature of her relationship with musician Van Hunt, sharing candid insights on the October 7 episode of Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert podcast. Berry, known for her talent on-screen, highlighted the significance of her connection with Hunt, stating, “This is the longest relationship I’ve ever had in my entire life.”
The actress, 57, acknowledged her previous struggles with relationships, noting that she had never surpassed the three-year mark with any partner. “I can’t get past three years,” she confessed. “So, when we hit four years, we celebrated like we had been married for 20. That’s how monumental it was for me.” Her four-year relationship with Hunt, 54, has broken the cycle of fleeting romances that marked her past.
Berry admitted that both she and Hunt approached this milestone with a certain apprehension, unsure if they could push past the three-year threshold. “We were both scared,” she revealed. “He was waiting for the other shoe to drop, and I was just ready to drop the damn shoe myself.” However, overcoming this invisible barrier brought a sense of relief and validation for Berry, allowing her to recognize her capacity for long-term commitment. “It’s been a relief, like, ‘OK, yes, I can do this relationship thing,’” she remarked.
The Oscar-winning actress also expressed deep admiration for Hunt, describing him as her “person.” She shared how she intuitively knew that Hunt was different, saying, “He’s calm, and he’s what I’ve been dreaming of, searching for, needing.”
Reflecting on her past relationships, Berry offered an introspective explanation for why they never lasted beyond three years. “There was something that always felt familiar, but not in a good way. I realized I had entered into things for all the wrong reasons, and by the three-year mark, it would become glaringly obvious,” she admitted. However, Berry was quick to clarify that her relationship with Hunt has followed a different trajectory. “I didn’t get into this for the wrong reasons. With Van, that feeling never came.”
Berry’s candid reflections reveal a woman who has not only learned from her past but has also found a profound connection in her current relationship. Her journey with Hunt, marked by mutual understanding and emotional growth, stands as a testament to her personal evolution.