Chris Rock, 61, Publicly Declares Romance with Simone Henault in PDA Outing
Chris Rock was seen in public with Simone Henault during a New York City outing. Photographs show the pair sharing a kiss on a park bench after a walk in SoHo on March 31, 2026.
The public moment
Images of the meeting were published by Filmogaz.com. The photos captured the couple strolling and embracing in Manhattan.
A representative for Rock did not immediately reply to Filmogaz.com’s request for comment. The brief outing has drawn attention across entertainment coverage.
Who is Simone Henault?
Henault is identified as a DJ, creative producer, and content strategist based in Los Angeles. Her public profiles list past roles at Waze at Google and The Fader.
She presented a casual, fashion-forward look during the walk. Observers noted her mix of cargo pants, a white tank, and gold jewelry.
Earlier sightings and wardrobe notes
The pair were also seen dining together at Santa Monica’s Giorgio Baldi the previous month. Sources reported they left the restaurant in the same car after the meal.
During the SoHo appearance, Rock wore dark cargo pants, a long-sleeve top, a leather newsboy cap, and white sneakers. At the dinner, he wore blue jeans with a green shirt and a black jacket.
Media framing
Coverage included headlines such as Chris Rock, 61, Publicly Declares Romance with Simone Henault in PDA Outing. The phrasing appeared across social and entertainment outlets.
Background on Rock’s personal life
Rock was married to Malaak Compton from 1996 to 2016. The former couple share two daughters, Lola Simone and Savannah Rock.
The daughters were reported to be 23 and 21 years old in recent coverage. Rock later dated Lake Bell from June 2022 to March 2023.
On loneliness and relationships
In a 2022 interview on Kevin Hart’s Peacock series Hart to Heart, Rock spoke about feeling lonely in his 50s. He said he was managing being single and made light of remarriage in the conversation.
Rock continues to appear at high-profile events. Recent appearances include the Met Gala on May 5, 2025, and the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 15, 2026.
