Anna Camp Defends Relationship Age Gap Following Red Carpet Debut with Jade Whipkey
Pitch Perfect star Anna Camp is speaking out about the age difference between herself and her girlfriend, stylist Jade Whipkey, following their recent public appearance together.
The couple made their official red carpet debut at the premiere of Camp’s new film, Bride Hard, on June 18. While their appearance celebrated Camp’s new movie, it also brought attention to their relationship and the reported 18-year age gap between Camp, 42, and Whipkey, 24.
Camp Addresses Scrutiny Over Age Difference
Following news outlets and social media posts highlighting the age disparity, Anna Camp took to Instagram to address the commentary directly. Commenting on a post by PinkNews, which had drawn attention to the difference, Camp defended her relationship with Whipkey.
“Thought I’d jump on here since I follow @pinknews and just say I’ve dated men exactly my age and Jade is FAR more mature than any of them,” Camp wrote, according to screenshots of her comment. She emphasized the depth of their bond, adding, “We have more in common than anyone else I’ve ever dated and can literally talk about anything and everything.”
Camp concluded her message by wishing everyone well, especially during Pride month, and acknowledging that people are entitled to their opinions.
Public Reaction and Broader Context
The public’s reaction to the age gap has been varied, with some online comments expressing skepticism or discomfort. Criticisms seen on social media sometimes question the common ground possible in relationships with significant age differences, or speculate on potential power dynamics, particularly when one partner is under 25.
However, many fans have also voiced support for the couple, emphasizing that both Camp and Whipkey are consenting adults and that age is not the sole determinant of compatibility. Some supporters also noted that age gaps can be common within queer relationships.
Anna Camp’s situation isn’t unique in the public eye. Numerous celebrities have faced similar discussions surrounding age gaps in their relationships. Stars like Sarah Paulson, Heidi Klum, Priyanka Chopra, and others have publicly spoken about their experiences, often echoing Camp’s sentiment that factors like shared values, respect, and deep connection are more important than age.
A Relationship Unfolding
While the Bride Hard premiere marked their first official red carpet outing, Camp and Whipkey’s relationship had been hinted at previously. Speculation grew after they appeared in a TikTok interview together in February, where Camp referred to Whipkey as “babe.” During that same interview, when asked about expectations from a man on a first date, Camp notably responded, “Well, I don’t expect anything. Not anymore, because I like women, and it’s great,” confirming her orientation and current preference.
Whipkey has also appeared in Camp’s Instagram posts since March. In early June, Whipkey shared affectionate photos of the couple attending an event for Camp’s Palm Springs Life magazine cover, writing, “You are the easiest person to celebrate and the sweetest to love.”
Following their premiere debut, Camp shared photos on her own Instagram, including pictures with Whipkey and Bride Hard co-star Rebel Wilson. In the caption, she thanked Whipkey “for being my date and for making me glow,” to which Whipkey replied supportively, “You crushed it honey, congrats🔥 I’m so lucky to be by your side.”
Camp’s defense highlights her perspective that maturity and connection are key to a fulfilling relationship, a sentiment she underscored by contrasting her bond with Whipkey to past relationships with men her own age. The couple’s public interactions showcase mutual affection and strong support for one another as they navigate their relationship in the public eye.
