Rylan openly discusses the lessons he’s garnered regarding love and expresses his perspectives on venturing into open relationships, which comes after his 2021 split with former spouse Dan Neal.
The television host, aged 36, parted ways with his wife, who had appeared on Big Brother, following a six-year union. This decision was prompted when Rylan acknowledged his infidelity, and later expressed that both the separation and his actions had left him feeling utterly unsuccessful.
Apart from participating in a fashionable photo session, the TV personality also shared with Hunger magazine about the skills he picked up during his tenures as host of the reality show Dating Naked and the relationship podcast titled “How to Be In Love.
Rylan mentioned that younger generations tend to be very open and comfortable discussing any subject, even topics like having multiple partners.
In my younger days, complimenting someone’s physical appearance was deemed inappropriate or even offensive. Yet, the societal norms have evolved over time, and today, I find myself comfortable expressing that another person is attractive without any qualms. It’s become a more accepted part of everyday conversation.
He went on to say: “If you prefer an open relationship, that’s your choice. However, I’m not interested in that arrangement. But it’s reassuring to feel comfortable discussing such matters with the person you’re spending your time with.
In his next relationships, Rylan confessed that up until now, he hadn’t grasped the concept of viewing a partner as one’s closest friend. However, he expressed his intention to fully comprehend this perspective in the future.
‘I used to think that my best friend and my partner were two separate roles, but I now understand that they can overlap. Sharing everything with someone without fear and speaking honestly to the person you’re building your life with is a truly special bond.’
He expressed his feelings of failure, which surfaced after his divorce, on what would have been their tenth wedding anniversary, had they not divorced.
He felt like a failure emotionally during his divorce, and this feeling was particularly strong when it was their ten-year wedding anniversary.
On the Rylan: How to Be in Love with Stephen Fry podcast, he mentioned that they tied the knot in the year 2015.
That same year, yeah. So it would have been my 10 year anniversary this year.’
Stephen subsequently inquired whether Rylan perceived any sense of obligation to symbolize same-sex marriages, given his status as one of the prominent LGBTQ+ personalities.
Stephen questioned if it was something Rylan felt he should take on, being a notable figure within the LGBTQ+ community, the responsibility of representing gay marriage.
He inquired if, following the divorce, you may have felt as though, in some way, you were disappointing or undermining the concept of same-sex marriages.
‘Because we have a duty to show that our marriages are as robust and strong as any heterosexual?’
Rylan expressed feeling completely defeated and unsuccessful privately as well as in public, particularly regarding his representation of the LGBTQ+ community. He clarified that he doesn’t consider himself a prominent figure within this group.
Stephen reassured: ‘No, you’re not, exactly. You’re not a poster child for gayness.’
Rylan went on to say, “Indeed, it seems I am heading towards marriage, a desire that burns within me, a path I believe I can tread.
However, if things don’t succeed as planned, you wouldn’t want others to comment, “Ah, that’s why they should have never gotten married.
Stephen promptly expressed his opinion, saying, “Feel free to remarry if that’s your desire…” This suggestion might subtly allude to potential challenges or complications Rylan may have been facing with divorce.
As he quipped: ‘Yeah with a prenup this time, I’m not going through that again.’
Previously, Rylan openly admitted that his unfaithfulness within his marriage to Dan played a significant role in their relationship’s collapse.
After experiencing a painful divorce and battling with despair, Rylan contemplated suicide and lost a significant amount of weight, reaching only 13 stones (or 81 pounds).
In his second autobiographical work titled “TEN: The Decade That Shaped My Destiny,” he candidly discussed the difficult period we’re all experiencing.
In the book, he wrote an honest introspection, stating: ‘I entered into a relationship at a relatively young age without much thought. Looking back now, I understand that I am an individual independent of any relationship.’
`” I’m not going to settle for something that’s not right. In a way it’s been a bit of a gift.’
“I’m content with engaging in intimate moments with another person, and I don’t see any issues there. However, I certainly desire more than just that. Without a doubt, I will savor every step of the experience.” (This paraphrase aims to maintain the original sentiment while using more natural and less explicit language.)
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