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Graziadaily
2 days ago
- Business
- Graziadaily
Everything To Know About Oliver Haarmann
Reese Witherspoon has a new leading man – and if those PDA pics are anything to go by, this duo is smitten. Enter Oliver Haarmann, the European-born private equity financier whose caught the eye of the Oscar winning actress and producer. The Legally Blonde star was recently spotted enjoying some quality time with financier Oliver, confirming what we've all been suspecting ever since their lowkey New York date last year. The pair were pictured soaking up the sun off the coast of Saint-Tropez this summer on a luxury yacht, swimming in the water before sharing a sweet kiss. So, who is the man who's swept one of Hollywood's most beloved stars off of her feet? Here's everything to know about Oliver Haarman... Carl Ludwig Oliver Haarman – who goes by the name Oliver - is a German born private-equity financier, having graduated from Brown University and Harvard Business School with a master's in business administration. Currently, he divides his time between London and New York. Born in September 1967, he is around 57 years old – making him eight years older than 49-year-old Reese. Oliver co-founded Searchlight Capital Partners in 2010, overseeing billions of pounds in assets. Before establishing his own private equity firm, he was a partner at KKR. As well as being very successful in his line of work, he's also a philanthropist. He's a trustee of Brown University, is said to chair IntoUniversity in the UK, and co-founded the Surgo Foundation – a charity he founded with his ex-wife Mela, and their friend Sema Sgaier. When it comes to his charity work, it seems Oliver's main passion is using his mammoth wealth to help disadvantaged children access university education. It also turns out that Oliver is a huge sports fan. The financier owns shares of the New York Islanders hockey team, having bought a 10% stake around December 2023. As of 2024, it was reported that the financier has a impressive net worth of around $440 million (£327.18 million), thanks to his many investments. Oliver shares two sons with his ex-wife, Mala Gaonker. A fellow financier, it's not know exactly how long Mala and Oliver were married – but it's speculated the pair split sometime before 2022. Around that time, Reese was also going through her own divorce. The Big Little Lies star was married to Jim Toth, 54, for 12 years. The couple – who share a son named Tennessee, 12 – announced their split in 2023, writing, 'We have enjoyed so many wonderful years together and are moving forward with deep love, kindness, and mutual respect for everything we have created together.' Reese with her ex-husband, Jim. ©Kevin Mazur/ Getty Images Prior the Jim, Reese was also married to actor Ryan Phillippe from 1999 to 2008, with the couple sharing daughter Ava, 25, and son Deacon, 21. The newly-single pair were first linked in July 2024, spotted dining together at L-Artusi in New York. According to insiders, Oliver flew the Legally Blonde star to New York via private helicopter. Who needs budget flights when you're a millionaire? Sources have described their romance as being very low key, with Reese's children reportedly fans. In October 2024, an insider said, '[Oliver] is spending time with Reese's kids too. Reese loves that he's a businessman and not into Hollywood.' Fast-forward to now, and it seems this is one relationship that's only on the up! In July 2025, the couple were photographed enjoying a yacht holiday in Saint-Tropez, cosying up as they swam in the waters. Charlotte Roberts is a news and entertainment writer at Grazia UK. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, culture, and entertainment.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Who is Oliver Haarmann, Reese Witherspoon boyfriend? Here's details of couple's relationship, life, children and romantic yacht getaway in France
Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann were seen enjoying a romantic yacht getaway in Saint-Tropez. The couple shared affectionate moments on board and in the water. Witherspoon, 49, and Haarmann, 57, have been dating since 2024. Their relationship has grown stronger with frequent travels and family time. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Couple's Romantic Yacht Getaway in France's Saint-Tropez Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann Relationship Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Reese Witherspoon Life and Children Who is Oliver Haarmann? Reese Witherspoon's Recent and Upcoming Projects FAQs were seen spending time together on a yacht in Saint-Tropez , France. The couple looked relaxed as they shared kisses and hugs while on the boat and in the water. Their relationship has continued to progress since it was first reported in Witherspoon, aged 49, and German financier Oliver Haarmann, aged 57, were photographed enjoying a day off the southern coast of France. The photos, taken on Sunday, July 13, show the pair lounging on a yacht in Saint-Tropez. Witherspoon wore an all-white swimsuit, while Haarmann was seen in a striped bathing suit, blue T-shirt, and white Nike baseball cap. The two shared affectionate gestures, including hugs and September 2024, multiple sources confirmed that Witherspoon and Haarmann were dating. Earlier that year, the two were first seen together in New York City in July. A source said Witherspoon was taking her time with dating. At that time, her focus was on her work and her son.'She enjoys it but doesn't want it to be a big focus. She's busy with work and her son. These are her biggest priorities,' the source had October 2024, another source reported that Witherspoon was 'having fun with Oliver.' The actor and producer was often flying between Nashville and New York City to spend time with Haarmann. The source added that Haarmann had spent time with her sons — Deacon Phillippe, 21, and Tennessee James Toth, 12. Deacon is Witherspoon's son with Ryan Phillippe, while Tennessee is her son with ex-husband Jim source also noted that they were unsure whether Haarmann had met Witherspoon's daughter, Ava Phillippe, at that Haarmann is a founding partner at Searchlight Capital and is also a minority co-owner of the NHL team New York Islanders. A source said Witherspoon appreciates that Haarmann is a businessman and not involved in Hollywood. This may be a reason for the private nature of their Witherspoon recently starred in You're Cordially Invited, a 2025 comedy film centered on a wedding. She acted alongside Will Ferrell and Geraldine Viswanathan in the movie. Her upcoming work includes the fourth season of The Morning Show on Apple TV+. She also has several projects in development, including the third installment of the Legally Blonde series, which is currently in were first linked in July 2024, and their relationship was confirmed by sources in September has spent time with her sons, Deacon and Tennessee, but it is unclear if he has met her daughter Ava.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Who is Oliver Haarmann, Reese Witherspoon boyfriend? Here's details of couple's relationship, life, children and romantic yacht getaway in France
Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann were seen enjoying a romantic yacht getaway in Saint-Tropez. The couple shared affectionate moments on board and in the water. Witherspoon, 49, and Haarmann, 57, have been dating since 2024. Their relationship has grown stronger with frequent travels and family time. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Couple's Romantic Yacht Getaway in France's Saint-Tropez Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann Relationship Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Reese Witherspoon Life and Children Who is Oliver Haarmann? Reese Witherspoon's Recent and Upcoming Projects FAQs were seen spending time together on a yacht in Saint-Tropez , France. The couple looked relaxed as they shared kisses and hugs while on the boat and in the water. Their relationship has continued to progress since it was first reported in Witherspoon, aged 49, and German financier Oliver Haarmann, aged 57, were photographed enjoying a day off the southern coast of France. The photos, taken on Sunday, July 13, show the pair lounging on a yacht in Saint-Tropez. Witherspoon wore an all-white swimsuit, while Haarmann was seen in a striped bathing suit, blue T-shirt, and white Nike baseball cap. The two shared affectionate gestures, including hugs and September 2024, multiple sources confirmed that Witherspoon and Haarmann were dating. Earlier that year, the two were first seen together in New York City in July. A source said Witherspoon was taking her time with dating. At that time, her focus was on her work and her son.'She enjoys it but doesn't want it to be a big focus. She's busy with work and her son. These are her biggest priorities,' the source had October 2024, another source reported that Witherspoon was 'having fun with Oliver.' The actor and producer was often flying between Nashville and New York City to spend time with Haarmann. The source added that Haarmann had spent time with her sons — Deacon Phillippe, 21, and Tennessee James Toth, 12. Deacon is Witherspoon's son with Ryan Phillippe, while Tennessee is her son with ex-husband Jim source also noted that they were unsure whether Haarmann had met Witherspoon's daughter, Ava Phillippe, at that Haarmann is a founding partner at Searchlight Capital and is also a minority co-owner of the NHL team New York Islanders. A source said Witherspoon appreciates that Haarmann is a businessman and not involved in Hollywood. This may be a reason for the private nature of their Witherspoon recently starred in You're Cordially Invited, a 2025 comedy film centered on a wedding. She acted alongside Will Ferrell and Geraldine Viswanathan in the movie. Her upcoming work includes the fourth season of The Morning Show on Apple TV+. She also has several projects in development, including the third installment of the Legally Blonde series, which is currently in were first linked in July 2024, and their relationship was confirmed by sources in September has spent time with her sons, Deacon and Tennessee, but it is unclear if he has met her daughter Ava.
Edmonton Journal
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edmonton Journal
Review: Legally Blonde at the Citadel a light, fun summer refresher
Article content The summer colour palette for Edmonton could be safely described as a mixture of river-valley green and sky blue that goes on forever. Well, add a splash of bright pink as Legally Blonde debuts at the Citadel, running until Aug. 3 on the Shoctor stage. Article content The set, costumes and even the lobby have been kitted out in the appealing and girly shade favoured by the musical's central character, Elle Woods (former Calgarian Kelsey Verzotti). Audience members on opening night were resplendent in fuchsia, hot pink, baby pink and also sequins. It was quite a party. Article content Article content For those who haven't followed the career of Reese Witherspoon with the same passionate intensity as me, Legally Blonde (based on the book by Amanda Brown) was her 2001 breakout hit. In 2007, the movie was turned into a Broadway musical and in 2008, that musical began touring the world, where it remains on seemingly permanent rotation. Article content Article content It's easy to see why. Legally Blonde is an epic celebration of girl power driven by a largely forgettable string of same-sounding songs and a more than memorable selection of energetic dance routines. Verzotti brings excellent pipes and a spunky spirit to the lead role of Elle, who is famously dumped by boyfriend Warner Huntington III (Kaden Brett Forsberg) when he gets into Harvard Law School. Warner needs a more serious girlfriend. Elle — as smart as she is blonde — applies to Harvard Law School to win him back. Spoiler alert: she not only gets in, but ends up top of her class. Article content Article content There isn't much to the plot of Legally Blonde, which has been updated with contemporary references from Timothée Chalamet to Instagram, and things threaten to get dull in the first act despite the cheer squad that shows up to help Elle with her admission essay. We are relieved when Elle's sorority sisters Margo (Maya Baker), Serena (a zippy April Cook) and Pilar (Jessica Jones) arrive with regularity to add fat dollops of sassy to the script. They are particularly winsome as members of a Greek chorus that serve to boost Elle's spirits, provide guidance and generally dance their tails off. Article content Article content About that dancing. OMG guys — the fist-pumping choreography in this production by director Stephanie Graham is mesmerizing. Graham, one of the most in-demand directors in Canada, also demonstrates an effervescent touch when it comes to deftly highlighting pieces of physical comedy in the show. Gunho Kwak (who plays a hunky UPS driver in short shorts among other funny bits) is also a highlight in Legally Blonde, as is Sarah Horsman, who plays Brooke Wyndham — a fitness instructor framed for the murder of her husband. Horsman demonstrates amazing physical prowess, skipping rope while belting out an inspirational version of Whipped Into Shape in the show's second act. Just writing about it makes me winded.
Vancouver Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Review: Legally Blonde at the Citadel a light, fun summer refresher
The summer colour palette for Edmonton could be safely described as a mixture of river-valley green and sky blue that goes on forever. Well, add a splash of bright pink as Legally Blonde debuts at the Citadel, running until Aug. 3 on the Shoctor stage. The set, costumes and even the lobby have been kitted out in the appealing and girly shade favoured by the musical's central character, Elle Woods (former Calgarian Kelsey Verzotti). Audience members on opening night were resplendent in fuchsia, hot pink, baby pink and also sequins. It was quite a party. For those who haven't followed the career of Reese Witherspoon with the same passionate intensity as me, Legally Blonde (based on the book by Amanda Brown) was her 2001 breakout hit. In 2007, the movie was turned into a Broadway musical and in 2008, that musical began touring the world, where it remains on seemingly permanent rotation. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. It's easy to see why. Legally Blonde is an epic celebration of girl power driven by a largely forgettable string of same-sounding songs and a more than memorable selection of energetic dance routines. Verzotti brings excellent pipes and a spunky spirit to the lead role of Elle, who is famously dumped by boyfriend Warner Huntington III (Kaden Brett Forsberg) when he gets into Harvard Law School. Warner needs a more serious girlfriend. Elle — as smart as she is blonde — applies to Harvard Law School to win him back. Spoiler alert: she not only gets in, but ends up top of her class. There isn't much to the plot of Legally Blonde, which has been updated with contemporary references from Timothée Chalamet to Instagram, and things threaten to get dull in the first act despite the cheer squad that shows up to help Elle with her admission essay. We are relieved when Elle's sorority sisters Margo (Maya Baker), Serena (a zippy April Cook) and Pilar (Jessica Jones) arrive with regularity to add fat dollops of sassy to the script. They are particularly winsome as members of a Greek chorus that serve to boost Elle's spirits, provide guidance and generally dance their tails off. About that dancing. OMG guys — the fist-pumping choreography in this production by director Stephanie Graham is mesmerizing. Graham, one of the most in-demand directors in Canada, also demonstrates an effervescent touch when it comes to deftly highlighting pieces of physical comedy in the show. Gunho Kwak (who plays a hunky UPS driver in short shorts among other funny bits) is also a highlight in Legally Blonde, as is Sarah Horsman , who plays Brooke Wyndham — a fitness instructor framed for the murder of her husband. Horsman demonstrates amazing physical prowess, skipping rope while belting out an inspirational version of Whipped Into Shape in the show's second act. Just writing about it makes me winded. A co-production with Theatre Calgary, Legally Blonde is anchored by a talented cast of 15 actors from Calgary, Edmonton, and beyond. Local talent John Ullyatt once again displays his flexibility as a theatre professional. He's cutting as Professor Callahan — the law prof who first underestimates Elle and then comes on to her when she becomes one of his interns — and hilarious as Elle's indulgent daddy (who also underestimates his daughter). Patricia Zentilli displays endearing charm as the hairdresser Paulette and also proves why she remains a triple threat in musical theatre, adding Irish dancing to her playful skill set. Edmonton's Beyata Hackborn (set designer) is teamed with Calgary's Rebecca Toon (the Emmy-nominated costume designer) for a nicely balanced approach to the Battle of Alberta. Legally Blonde is a big hit with audiences for all the right reasons. It's light, it's fun, it has two dogs in the cast. The musical also unpacks a powerful message in scene after scene. Lead with kindness. Keep connected to your girlfriends. And never underestimate the potential of a perm. It could change your whole life. Theatre: The Citadel, in partnership with Theatre Calgary Music and Lyrics: Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, book by Heather Hach Director: Stephanie Graham Where: The Citadel, 9828 101 A Ave., until Aug. 3 Tickets: From $40 by calling the box office at 780-425-1820 or online Bookmark our website and support our journalism: Don't miss the news you need to know — add and to your bookmarks and sign up for our newsletters here. You can also support our journalism by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribers gain unlimited access to The Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Sun, National Post and 13 other Canadian news sites. Support us by subscribing today: The Edmonton Journal | The Edmonton Sun.
