Chris Rock goes public with new romance during NYC stroll

Chris Rock appears to have a new romance in his life, as the comedian was recently spotted sharing a kiss with a mystery woman during a relaxed stroll in New York City.

The 61-year-old star was photographed on March 31 in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood alongside Simone Henault, a DJ and creative producer. The pair looked comfortable in each other’s company as they walked side by side through a park before pausing to sit on a bench, where they were seen sharing a kiss.

Henault, who describes herself as a content strategist on social media, has previously worked as a wardrobe stylist and producer at Google, according to her online portfolio. The outing marks the first time the two have been publicly seen displaying affection, fueling speculation that Rock has entered a new relationship.

The pair were also reportedly spotted together last month in Santa Monica, California, where they were seen leaving the celebrity-favorite restaurant Giorgio Baldi before getting into a car together, further adding to rumors of a budding romance.

Chris Rock was previously married to Malaak Compton-Rock from 1996 until their divorce in 2016. The former couple share two daughters, Lola and Zahra, both of whom are now adults.

In recent years, he has been linked to actress and screenwriter Lake Bell.