RFK Jr's Diaries Shine Light on Hollywood and Personal Secrets
Former presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s private diary entries expose his candid thoughts about A-list celebrities and his complex personal life.
According to Daily Mail, the environmental lawyer and vaccine skeptic's recently released diary entries reveal harsh criticisms of Tom Hanks, praise for Bruce Willis, and intimate details about conversations with Alec Baldwin, along with coded references to his extramarital relationships.
The diary entries from 2000 to 2001 provide unprecedented insight into Kennedy's interactions with Hollywood's elite. His observations range from critical assessments of established actors to sympathetic accounts of their personal struggles.
Celebrity Encounters and Personal Judgments
Kennedy's encounter with Tom Hanks in February 2000 left him unimpressed with the Oscar-winning actor. His diary entry portrayed Hanks as someone who complained despite his fortunate circumstances in life.
The same month brought a more positive interaction with Bruce Willis on the set of "The Story of Us," where Kennedy noted the action star's surprisingly slim and strong physique.
In January 2001, Kennedy documented a significant conversation with Alec Baldwin regarding the actor's divorce from Kim Basinger.
The entry revealed Baldwin's concerns about their daughter Ireland, who was only five years old at the time. This interaction preceded the infamous 2007 voicemail incident, where Baldwin would later call his daughter a "rude, thoughtless little pig."
Kennedy's observations extended beyond Hollywood personalities to include critiques of his own family members. His writings expressed particular disdain for Edwin Schlossberg, his cousin's husband, whom he accused of mishandling Jackie Kennedy's estate.
Personal Life and Coded Messages
The diaries provided insights beyond mere celebrity anecdotes, offering a glimpse into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s method of recording his personal relationships. He utilized a numerical coding system, where specific numbers corresponded to various intimate acts—most notably, the number "10" signifying sexual intercourse.
Kennedy reportedly used these codes to document extramarital encounters involving as many as 37 women. On occasions when he managed to resist temptation, he would write the word "Victory" in his diary.
The deeply personal nature of these records had tragic implications, particularly when his second wife, Mary Richardson Kennedy, discovered them prior to her death by suicide in 2012.
Kennedy later described the diaries as a means of self-reflection, explaining that they were intended as a tool to confront his spiritual struggles during that period.
Recent Developments and Aftermath
The diary revelations have gained renewed attention following Kennedy's appointment as the next head of the Department of Health and Human Services in Trump's administration.
His relationship with journalist Olivia Nuzzi while married to actress Cheryl Hines has also come under scrutiny.
Nuzzi acknowledged the nature of their relationship in early 2024, stating:
Earlier this year, the nature of some communication between myself and a former reporting subject turned personal. During that time, I did not directly report on the subject nor use them as a source. The relationship was never physical but should have been disclosed to prevent the appearance of a conflict. I deeply regret not doing so immediately and apologize to those I've disappointed, especially my colleagues at New York.
Legacy of Revelations
The release of Kennedy's private diaries has sparked significant discussion about personal boundaries, public figures, and the consequences of private documentation.
These entries, spanning several years, continue to influence public perception of Kennedy and his relationships with both Hollywood celebrities and family members.
Kennedy's current wife, Cheryl Hines, has maintained her support throughout these revelations and his withdrawal from the presidential race. The diaries remain a testament to a complex period in Kennedy's life, documenting his professional observations and personal struggles during a tumultuous time.