Sharon Stone says she has chosen celibacy at 68 and has lost interest in casual encounters. The actress, best known for "Instinto básico," says she now values genuine affection and real companionship.
Stone discussed the change on the US podcast Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown. After spending a long time without a partner, she said superficial romance no longer appeals to her and she wants to find someone she truly values. Fleeting passion holds no interest; she wants a meaningful connection. As reported by El País and other outlets, Stone said she has been "in celibacy for a long time" and now wants to be "only with someone she truly cares about." Her remarks on the podcast in September 2026 were also covered in France and Portugal, with Dutch media reporting them too. Marie Claire and El País covered the comments, as did Page Six.
Stone’s views follow a long history of relationships, including marriages to journalist Phil Bronstein and producer Michael Greenburg. She described her experiences as a mix of good and bad luck, but said her outlook has changed. Her last publicly discussed romantic relationship was in 2018, when she was linked to Italian entrepreneur Angelo Boffa. With her children now grown, Stone wants a partner who brings more than physical intimacy: someone who adds real value to her life. Page Six and other sources report that she has not been in a serious relationship for several years and is not looking for casual affairs.
Asked if she had ever met the great love of her life, Stone answered honestly: she has experienced love, but does not believe she has found that one defining relationship. She is unwilling to settle for less than what she truly wants. French and Portuguese media have noted that Stone is now looking for emotional closeness and companionship, rather than physical relationships alone.
Stone’s comments echo the experience of many people who, after years of relationships, come to value emotional security and real partnership over the excitement of new romance. Her choice to embrace celibacy reflects the standards she has set for a relationship at this stage of her life. Public figures often feel pressure to keep up appearances, which makes Stone’s openness stand out. She says genuine connection can’t be rushed, and that choosing to be alone can sometimes be the most honest decision.
