Key Takeaways
- Jerry O’Connell and Giuliana Rancic had an awkward gym encounter.
- O’Connell joked about annoying Rancic by pretending to flirt.
- He admitted to being a “terrible boyfriend” during their relationship.
- Rancic previously claimed O’Connell broke up with her over an intercom.
Playful Gym Encounters
During a recent episode of the podcast “Let’s Talk Off Camera” with Kelly Ripa, Jerry O’Connell recounted his amusing encounters with ex-girlfriend Giuliana Rancic at the gym. Instead of avoiding her, he would approach her directly, getting as close as “nose to nose” and pretending to flirt in an exaggerated manner.
Annoying Antics
O’Connell described how he would make comments about how “weird” it was to see her, often saying things like “I miss you” in a theatrical voice. He noted that this would annoy Rancic, who would respond with exasperation, telling him to back off. O’Connell found humor in her reactions and admitted that the more annoyed she became, the more he leaned into the act.
Reflections on Their Relationship
The pair dated from 2003 to 2004, and Rancic’s memoir, “Going Off Script,” included a claim that O’Connell had ended their relationship over an intercom. During the podcast, he acknowledged that he didn’t remember the exact words he used during their breakup but conceded that it was possible he said something similar to what she described. He also reflected on his shortcomings as a partner, admitting he was a “terrible boyfriend” and recalling an incident where Rancic showed up unannounced at his home.
Memories of the Past
O’Connell recounted that he had another woman in his condo at the time Rancic arrived, which contributed to his reluctance to let her in. He emphasized that their relationship lacked the openness that would have allowed for such surprises, indicating a level of discomfort during their time together.