Chelsea Handler’s Unfulfilled Crush on Andrew Cuomo: A Dodged Bullet?
In her upcoming memoir, comedian Chelsea Handler reveals her infatuation with former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Handler admits to being captivated by Cuomo’s daily briefings and publicly confessed her crush on him. The two exchanged flirty texts and even agreed to a date in New York, but Cuomo abruptly stopped contacting her, leaving Handler feeling relieved.
Dodging Bullets: Handler’s Perspective
Reflecting on her failed romance with Cuomo, Handler describes it as just one example of dodging bullets in her life. This sentiment stems from the numerous allegations of sexual harassment made against Cuomo in 2021, which ultimately led to his resignation. It’s important to note that Cuomo has denied all these allegations.
Handler’s Public Adoration for Cuomo
Handler’s admiration for Cuomo was evident in 2020 when she expressed her crush multiple times. She took to social media, writing about her love for Cuomo, penned a “love letter” for Vogue titled “Dear Andrew Cuomo, I Want To Be Your First Lady,” and even discussed her attraction to older men, including the former governor, during her HBO comedy special “Evolution.”
The Incredible Hulk and Flattening the Curve
During an appearance on “The View” via Zoom, Handler couldn’t contain her desire for Cuomo. She compared him to the Incredible Hulk, emphasizing the need for real leadership during the pandemic. She even made a playful comment about wearing masks and flattening curves, expressing her eagerness to go on a date with him.
Cuomo’s Response and Handler’s Persistence
Cuomo addressed Handler’s crush during his appearance on “The View,” jokingly acknowledging her enthusiasm. He mentioned his admiration for Handler and the fun they have but clarified that he’s currently only dating residents of New York. However, Handler claims that Cuomo called her from an unknown number and left a long voicemail three days after the show.
Handler’s Unrelenting Pursuit
Undeterred by Cuomo’s lack of response, Handler continued to send him photos, including ones in which she was swimming topless while wearing a face mask and smoking a joint topless. However, her efforts were in vain, as Cuomo stopped responding to her texts as soon as she arrived on the East Coast.
Handler’s Reflection and Lessons Learned
Looking back, Handler believes she may have approached the situation too boldly, suggesting that her forwardness may have been the reason Cuomo lost interest. She speculates that he may have preferred pursuing women who weren’t interested in him rather than reciprocating the attention from someone who was.
In the end, Handler’s crush on Cuomo may have fizzled out, but it remains an amusing anecdote in her life. And while her pursuit of Cuomo may not have been successful, she can now look back on it as a dodged bullet and a lesson in navigating romantic pursuits.
