Billie Piper recently delved into the details of her past marriage to Chris Evans, reflecting on the significant impact it had on her public persona. She candidly described the perception of their relationship as akin to “being drunk with an old man,” highlighting the challenges she faced due to the scrutiny surrounding their 17-year age difference.
This revelation came during a discussion where Piper provided a glimpse into her personal and professional life, particularly during the times she would attend auditions, suggesting that her marriage to Evans was a topic of public interest that followed her into her work life.
The story, as reported by The Mirror, brings to light the complexities of Piper’s early career and personal life, especially considering her marriage to Evans. Despite the eventual dissolution of their marriage in 2007, it’s noteworthy that Piper and Evans have managed to maintain a friendly relationship, showcasing a mature approach to navigating post-divorce dynamics, which is often not the case in highly publicized relationships.
Sharing her experience, she noted: “A lot of it was just tabloid fodder, instead of, ‘Oh, she was a pop star.” “It was more, ‘She was a pop star, then she got p*****d for five years with an old man.’ I think that was the lasting image when I walked into an audition room,” she explained.
“Older man. Not old man. He’s an old man now, but then, so am I.” Discussing her whirlwind romance, Piper gushed: “Loved that time. Learned so much. Really needed it, after the experiences that I’d had, leading up to that point.”
“I felt like I’d actually found a real friend. I guess meeting someone who had experienced [fame] for 20 years, at that level, was very nurturing. And also very drunken, which I needed. I had a lot of fun during those years,” she concluded.
In the years following her divorce from Evans, Piper’s life took new turns, both personally and professionally. She entered into a relationship with Johnny Lloyd, the lead singer of the band Tribes, in 2016. This new chapter in her life led to the birth of her third child, Tallulah Lloyd, further expanding her family.
Piper’s journey from her high-profile marriage to Chris Evans to her current life with Johnny Lloyd underscores her resilience and ability to move forward, building a life that embraces both her career and her growing family. Piper’s reflections on her marriage to Evans and its impact on her public image shed light on the often tumultuous intersection of personal relationships and public perceptions, especially for individuals in the limelight.
Her story is a testament to the complexities faced by celebrities in navigating their personal lives amidst public scrutiny and the potential for personal growth and new beginnings that follow significant life changes.