Jeremy Allen White, the Emmy-winning star of FX’s hit series The Bear, has found himself at the center of a whirlwind of fame, personal upheaval, and relentless tabloid scrutiny. In a candid conversation on the “WTF” podcast with Marc Maron, released on August 26, 2025, White opened up about how the meteoric rise of The Bear has dramatically altered his life—and not always for the better.
“I got angry,” White admitted, reflecting on the intense period when his newfound celebrity collided with deeply personal challenges. According to The Wrap, White explained that the success of The Bear didn’t just bring him accolades; it also unleashed a flood of media and public interest that he found overwhelming. “The Bear brought a lot more media and public interest to my life, which I did not love,” he told Maron. The actor, known for his understated performances and reserved public persona, confessed that the glare of the spotlight was not something he ever sought out.
At the heart of this media frenzy was a perfect storm of personal events. White was navigating a divorce from actress Addison Timlin—his wife since 2019 and the mother of his two daughters—while also embarking on a high-profile relationship with Spanish pop sensation Rosalía. As reported by The Wrap and corroborated by multiple outlets, White and Timlin filed for divorce in May 2023 after four years of marriage. By October of the same year, White was linked romantically with Rosalía, a pairing that only intensified the tabloid chase.
“I think there was a couple periods, I think when the divorce stuff was going on and I was dating somebody who was far more famous than me at that kinda time after we were getting divorced and they were kinda at my house and people were following me around,” White said on the podcast. The constant surveillance, he revealed, wore on him. “I got angry a couple times and that doesn’t really do much for you.”
White’s publicist, with whom he’s worked for years, offered a pragmatic—if somewhat unglamorous—piece of advice: “Just be boring.” White chuckled at the memory, adding, “And I am pretty boring, really. And she was just like, ‘You’ve just got to wait.’ And, yeah, when I’m in L.A., my life is pretty simple. You know, I like to go out to dinner every once in a while.”
Despite his efforts to maintain a low profile, the attention didn’t wane. The relationship with Rosalía, which ended in the summer of 2024, kept White in the headlines. Since their split, rumors have swirled about a possible romance with The Bear co-star Molly Gordon, though neither party has publicly confirmed the speculation. Such rumors, true or not, have only fueled the ongoing fascination with White’s personal life.
Looking back, White expressed a sense of gratitude for the timing of his breakout success. “I feel lucky and glad that it was age 30 where I kinda hit it rather than, whatever, 19 or 20,” he told Maron. “I think I just had a lot of time and a lot of trying.” The actor’s measured perspective is perhaps a testament to the years he spent honing his craft in relative obscurity before The Bear became a cultural phenomenon.
For those unfamiliar, The Bear chronicles the story of Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto, a young chef who returns to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop after a personal tragedy. The show’s blend of high-stakes kitchen drama, raw emotional storytelling, and sharp humor has made it a favorite among critics and viewers alike. Its fourth season was released in June 2025, and, as reported by The Wrap, FX wasted no time in renewing the series for a fifth season just a month later.
The pressure of leading such a beloved show—and the attention it brings—has been both a blessing and a burden for White. Maron, never one to shy away from tough questions, asked how the sudden leap to a new level of fame, regardless of age, might “f–k” with a person. White agreed that the attention got to him at times, but reiterated that his strategy was to keep things as normal as possible. “You’ve just got to wait,” he repeated, echoing his publicist’s advice. “When I’m in L.A., my life is pretty simple.”
White’s journey hasn’t been without its challenges. The dissolution of his marriage to Timlin—who shares two daughters with him—was a deeply personal matter that played out, uncomfortably, in the public eye. The subsequent romance with Rosalía, herself a global superstar, only heightened the tabloid frenzy. And yet, White has managed to keep his focus on his work, channeling his experiences into his performances and, perhaps, finding catharsis in the process.
The actor’s next big project is already generating buzz: he will portray Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming biopic Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, set to hit theaters on October 24, 2025. The role marks another significant step in White’s career, offering a chance to showcase his range and step outside the shadow of The Bear. Industry insiders are already speculating about awards potential, and fans are eager to see how White will tackle the iconic musician’s life and legacy.
For White, the lessons of the past two years seem to center on patience, humility, and the importance of staying grounded. Fame, with all its perks and pitfalls, has forced him to confront aspects of his life he might have preferred to keep private. But as he told Maron, he’s ultimately grateful for the journey—even if it came with more attention than he bargained for.
“I just had a lot of time and a lot of trying,” White reflected. That persistence, coupled with a dash of humility and a willingness to weather the storms of public scrutiny, has made him one of Hollywood’s most compelling—and relatable—stars.
With The Bear continuing its hot streak and the Springsteen biopic on the horizon, Jeremy Allen White’s star shows no sign of dimming. Whether he likes it or not, the world will be watching—and, perhaps, rooting for him to find a little peace amid the noise.
