Actress Anna Camp is speaking out in defense of her relationship with writer and stylist Jade Whipkey following online criticism regarding their age difference.
Camp, 42, and Whipkey, 24, recently stepped out together for their first public red carpet appearance at the premiere of Anna’s new movie, Bride Hard. Following the event, Anna took to Instagram, expressing gratitude for Jade’s presence, writing, “To my girlfriend @jadewhipkey for being my date and for making me glow.”
However, a video featuring their red carpet moments subsequently circulated online, including their ages. The comment sections quickly filled with criticism focused on the 18-year age gap between the couple.
Anna Camp Addresses the Criticism Head-On
Not one to shy away from the discussion, Anna directly addressed the backlash in the comments section of the video. She strongly defended her relationship with Jade, emphasizing maturity and shared connection over chronological age.
“Thought I’d jump on here… and just say I’ve dated men exactly my age and Jade is FAR more mature than any of them,” Anna wrote. “We have more in common than anyone else I’ve ever dated and can literally talk about anything and everything ♥️”
Providing context for her comparison, Camp has previously been open about her past relationships, notably her first marriage to actor Michael Mosley, which lasted from 2010 to 2013. She once described that union, which began when she was 21, as feeling like “One-Night Stand That Lasted Seven Years,” implying it was a difficult and potentially ill-suited match that went on longer than it should have. This past experience seems to inform her current perspective on relationship dynamics and compatibility.
Anna concluded her comment by acknowledging varying viewpoints but sending positive wishes, specifically mentioning “Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and I’m wishing everyone well 🙂 Especially this Pride month 🌈”
Relationship Timeline Details
While the Bride Hard premiere marked their official red carpet debut, Anna and Jade had given subtle hints about their relationship earlier. They soft-launched their connection on Instagram stories about a month prior to the premiere. Their relationship actually predates that, as evidenced by a TikTok video from back in February where they discussed past bad dates and Anna affectionately referred to Jade as “babe.”
Anna Camp stars alongside her longtime friend and Pitch Perfect co-star Rebel Wilson in the action-comedy Bride Hard. The film is now available, and the trailer is also out. Camp has also recently appeared in the final season of the Netflix series You and is involved in the upcoming Scream 7.
Despite facing public scrutiny, Anna Camp is clearly choosing to focus on the genuine connection and happiness she shares with Jade Whipkey, standing firm against commentary focused solely on their age difference.
