The Three Chapters Of Bethenny Frankel's Love Life: Why She’s Embracing Celibacy In 2025
Bethenny Frankel's love life has consistently been a topic of intense public fascination, moving from a contentious, highly-publicized divorce to a long-term engagement, and now, to an unexpected new chapter. As of December 2025, the entrepreneur and former *Real Housewives of New York City* star is decidedly single, having recently ended her nearly six-year relationship with fiancé Paul Bernon. This dramatic shift has led her to an entirely new philosophy on dating, which she has openly discussed on her platforms.
The Skinnygirl founder, known for her candidness, is now embracing a period of celibacy and self-reflection, admitting to being "afraid" of the dating landscape. This article delves into the three defining chapters of her recent romantic journey, providing the most current and unique insights into her single life in 2025, the details of her split from Paul Bernon, and the brief connection that followed.
Bethenny Frankel: A Brief Biography & Relationship History
To understand the current state of Bethenny Frankel's romantic life, it's essential to look at the timeline of the woman who built the Skinnygirl empire and became a reality TV icon.
- Full Name: Bethenny Robyn Frankel
- Date of Birth: November 4, 1970
- Age (as of 2025): 55
- Occupation: Entrepreneur, Television Personality, Author, Podcast Host (Just B with Bethenny Frankel and ReWives)
- Known For: *The Real Housewives of New York City* (RHONY), Founder of Skinnygirl, Philanthropist (BStrong)
- Daughter: Bryn Hoppy (with ex-husband Jason Hoppy)
- First Marriage: Peter Sussman (m. 1996; div. 1997)
- Second Marriage: Jason Hoppy (m. 2010; div. 2021) - Their divorce and custody battle was notoriously long and complicated.
- Long-Term Relationship/Engagement: Paul Bernon (2018–2024)
- Current Status (December 2025): Single and embracing celibacy.
Chapter 1: The End of the Paul Bernon Engagement (2018–2024)
Bethenny Frankel's relationship with film producer and real estate executive Paul Bernon was, for many years, a beacon of stability and happiness after her tumultuous divorce from Jason Hoppy. The couple first met on a dating app in 2018 and quickly became inseparable.
Paul Bernon: The Man Behind the Headlines
Paul Bernon is more than just a celebrity fiancé; he is a successful businessman and a respected figure in the film industry. He is a co-founder of Burn Later Productions, an L.A.-based production company, and a real estate executive.
Their engagement was announced in 2021, strategically timed just after Frankel finalized her decade-long divorce. Bernon presented her with a massive, stunning three-stone engagement ring, a symbol of their commitment. The couple often spoke about their blended family, with Bernon having two children and Frankel having her daughter, Bryn.
The Surprising Split
Despite the engagement, the two never made it down the aisle. News of their split broke in 2024, reportedly ending their nearly six-year relationship and calling off the engagement. The breakup was a surprise to many fans who viewed Bernon as her "forever" partner. While details of the split were kept private, Frankel later spoke about her evolving perspective on long-term relationships and marriage.
The end of this chapter marked a significant turning point. Frankel had spent years in a legal battle to finalize her previous marriage, only to see her next serious relationship—one that seemed destined for marriage—also come to an end. This experience profoundly influenced her 2025 outlook on love and commitment.
Chapter 2: The Brief Link to Businessman Tom Villante
Shortly after the news of her separation from Paul Bernon, Bethenny Frankel was briefly linked to another businessman, Tom Villante, in late 2024. This short-lived connection provided a temporary distraction from the failed engagement.
Frankel and Villante were spotted together at various events in New York City, and she even went "Instagram official" with him, albeit in a humorous social media trend post. Villante, a businessman, was her first public connection following the Bernon split, signaling that she was attempting to re-enter the dating scene.
However, this casual dating period was fleeting. The attention quickly shifted from a new relationship to a deep dive into her personal dating struggles. The brief connection with Villante seemed to confirm her growing disillusionment with the modern dating world, paving the way for her most recent, and most unique, chapter.
Chapter 3: Embracing Celibacy and Fear of Dating in 2025
The most current and candid information from Bethenny Frankel reveals a woman who, in 2025, is taking a radical step back from romance. She is now "decidedly single" and has openly discussed her decision to embrace celibacy after the failed engagement.
A New Dating Philosophy: "Hot Mess" on the Market
On her popular *Just B with Bethenny Frankel* podcast, she has detailed her current dating philosophy, which is less about finding "The One" and more about self-protection and reflection. She has candidly admitted that she is currently "afraid" to date.
Her fears stem from the complexities of dating as a high-profile, successful entrepreneur and the mother of a teenager. She has expressed frustration with modern dating norms, including the use of dating apps and the difficulty of finding genuine connections with men who are comfortable with her level of success.
- Celibacy: Frankel revealed she is not currently sexually active, a choice she made following the Bernon split as part of her move to prioritize herself and her daughter.
- Dating Fears: She worries about the motivations of potential partners, questioning if they are truly interested in her or her fame and wealth.
- Self-Focus: Her current focus is entirely on her business ventures, her philanthropic work with BStrong, and her role as a mother.
Frankel’s transparency about her struggles—from her contentious divorce from Jason Hoppy to her celibacy revelation in 2025—has resonated with her large following. She is using her platform to speak honestly about the challenges women face in mid-life dating, providing a fresh and relatable perspective that moves beyond the typical celebrity relationship narrative.
While the door to love is never fully closed for the former *RHONY* star, her current chapter is one of independence, self-care, and a firm stance against rushing into a relationship just for the sake of having a partner. She remains an influential voice in both business and pop culture, proving that being single in 2025 is not a setback, but a powerful choice.
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