'We keep it separate.' Inside Jerry O'Connell and Rebecca Romijin money mystery
Appearing on Andy Cohen Live, Romijn, 52, revealed, 'We keep our money completely separate,' a statement that visibly caught Cohen off guard. O'Connell, 51, confirmed the arrangement, adding that they do contribute to a shared 'community pot' for family expenses, but on a quarterly basis.
The couple, who share 16-year-old twin daughters Dolly Rebecca Rose and Charlie Tamara Tulip, explained that their system allows flexibility based on who is earning more at the time. 'The one who's not working gets a little bit of a break and the one who is working puts in a little more,' Romijn said, emphasizing the importance of balance.
Their unique arrangement stems from a deliberate commitment to shared parenting. After their daughters were born, the pair decided that one of them would always stay home while the other worked. 'So, no one else is ever going to raise them besides us,' Romijn stated, highlighting their hands-on approach to parenting in a demanding industry.
The topic arose after Cohen joked about O'Connell's finances possibly taking a hit following the end of CBS's The Talk, where he had served as a co-host since 2021. The show wrapped up in December 2024 after a 15-season run, which might have prompted new budgeting dynamics within the family.
Despite their unconventional financial setup, the couple appeared lighthearted and completely in sync during the interview, reinforcing that what works for them might surprise others, but it clearly works.
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