The Ted Danson Affair
Whoopi Goldberg’s affair with Ted Danson is among her most talked-about personal moments. Their paths crossed on the Arsenio Hall talk show in 1988, laying the foundation for what would become a widely publicized relationship. Their bond deepened during the filming of “Made in America,” drawing intense media attention.
The affair’s visibility led to the dissolution of Danson’s 16-year marriage, culminating in a divorce settlement of $30 million, marking it as one of the costliest divorces among celebrities at that time. The media speculated about a potential marriage between Whoopi and Ted following the divorce news. Nonetheless, influenced by his parents, who viewed the relationship as a mid-life crisis, Ted ended the affair with Whoopi.
