Barry Diller and Diane von Furstenberg: a love story with undiminished passion
8 may 2025 в 03:13
Barry Diller and Diana von Furstenberg have a love like no other. With decades of history together and the future ahead, the couple made headlines in 2025 in connection with the promotion of Barry’s memoir «Who Knew». According to plans, the book is set to hit bookstores on May 20, revealing previously unknown details of their romantic relationship. Now, as people learn more about the couple, some wonder if Barry and Diana are still married and if they have ever expanded their family and had children.
Below, we will delve into everything Barry shared in his book «Who Knew» about his marriage to Diana.
As a business executive, Barry has amassed a considerable fortune for himself. As of May 2025, according to Forbes magazine, Barry has a net worth of $ 4.5 billion.
Barry’s work history has confirmed his success. He served as the CEO of Paramount Pictures, co-founded the Fox Broadcasting Company with Rupert Murdoch, and owned USA Broadcasting. Currently, he is the chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia Group.
Barry and Diana met in 1974 and eventually began their relationship on and off. They separated in 1981 but reunited in 1991 and got married ten years later.
No, Barry and Diana do not have children together. However, Diana is the mother of her children, Tatiana and Alexander, whom she shares with her late ex-husband, Prince Egon von Furstenberg.
Yes, Barry and Diana’s love has stood the test of time, and they remain married to this day. In his memoir, Barry described how Diana became the sole exception in his life, as his attraction to men had long been an open secret.
«I never questioned the fundamental impact of my sexuality on my life (I just feared others' reactions). And when my relationship with Diana began, I never doubted that its biological necessity was as strong in heterosexuality as in homosexuality», - Barry wrote in an excerpt from the book, according to New York magazine. «When it happened, my initial response was 'Who knew?' I am well aware that this part of my life has caused confusion and speculation. Relationships that started with indifference then turned into a romance that became as natural to us as breathing, surprised us and everyone else».
Calling his relationship with Diana «the miracle of [his] life», - Barry also candidly discussed their breakup in 1981. He noted that the designer had a «fleeting romantic relationship» with actor Richard Gere.
«It took 10 years for her to come back into my life», - Barry wrote. «We both had relationships with others that did not stand the test of time. Hers were deeper and fuller, mine were mostly superficial and incomplete. But in the end, without a plot or plan, we began to re-enter each other’s lives».
Elsewhere in the book «Who Knew», - Barry noted that the nature of his love with Diana had been the subject of speculation. Some assumed they were «best friends, not lovers», - which Barry insisted was untrue.
«We were not just friends. Plain and simple, it was an explosion of passion that lasted for many years», - he added in the book. «And yes, I also liked guys, but that did not contradict my love for Diana. I couldn’t explain it to myself or the world. It just happened to both of us without motive or manipulation»
Below, we will delve into everything Barry shared in his book «Who Knew» about his marriage to Diana.
As a business executive, Barry has amassed a considerable fortune for himself. As of May 2025, according to Forbes magazine, Barry has a net worth of $ 4.5 billion.
Barry’s work history has confirmed his success. He served as the CEO of Paramount Pictures, co-founded the Fox Broadcasting Company with Rupert Murdoch, and owned USA Broadcasting. Currently, he is the chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia Group.
Barry and Diana met in 1974 and eventually began their relationship on and off. They separated in 1981 but reunited in 1991 and got married ten years later.
No, Barry and Diana do not have children together. However, Diana is the mother of her children, Tatiana and Alexander, whom she shares with her late ex-husband, Prince Egon von Furstenberg.
Yes, Barry and Diana’s love has stood the test of time, and they remain married to this day. In his memoir, Barry described how Diana became the sole exception in his life, as his attraction to men had long been an open secret.
«I never questioned the fundamental impact of my sexuality on my life (I just feared others' reactions). And when my relationship with Diana began, I never doubted that its biological necessity was as strong in heterosexuality as in homosexuality», - Barry wrote in an excerpt from the book, according to New York magazine. «When it happened, my initial response was 'Who knew?' I am well aware that this part of my life has caused confusion and speculation. Relationships that started with indifference then turned into a romance that became as natural to us as breathing, surprised us and everyone else».
Calling his relationship with Diana «the miracle of [his] life», - Barry also candidly discussed their breakup in 1981. He noted that the designer had a «fleeting romantic relationship» with actor Richard Gere.
«It took 10 years for her to come back into my life», - Barry wrote. «We both had relationships with others that did not stand the test of time. Hers were deeper and fuller, mine were mostly superficial and incomplete. But in the end, without a plot or plan, we began to re-enter each other’s lives».
Elsewhere in the book «Who Knew», - Barry noted that the nature of his love with Diana had been the subject of speculation. Some assumed they were «best friends, not lovers», - which Barry insisted was untrue.
«We were not just friends. Plain and simple, it was an explosion of passion that lasted for many years», - he added in the book. «And yes, I also liked guys, but that did not contradict my love for Diana. I couldn’t explain it to myself or the world. It just happened to both of us without motive or manipulation»
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