Kelly Rizzo shows incredible strength in the face of grief
At a 2024 Grammys viewing party, Kelly Rizzo publicly debuted her new relationship with actor Breckin Meyer, making it Instagram-official.
On Tuesday, Rizzo, the widow of comedian Bob Saget, took to social media to wish her partner a happy birthday in their first public post together. “HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! To the man who is kind, sweet, silly, thoughtful, completely hilarious, handsome, understanding, charming, forever curious, compassionate, witty, warm & wonderful,” she wrote. “You deserve to be endlessly celebrated today! 🎂❤️🎉”
Fellow actress Caitlin Crosby commented, “Oh it’s instagram offish !!! 🥰🥰🥰,” while Jana Kramer wrote, “I love this so much.”
Speaking to E! about her new relationship, Rizzo explained that it took “a while” for her to feel comfortable dating again. Addressing critics who claimed she moved on too quickly after Saget’s passing, Rizzo emphasized that only widows or widowers truly understand the complex emotions involved.
Rizzo began dating 18 months after Saget’s death and appreciates her partner’s understanding that Saget will always be a part of her life. She values his interest in Saget and his efforts to keep him present in their conversations.
Receiving approval from Saget’s daughters was significant for Rizzo. Although she didn’t need their blessing, it meant a lot to her to hear that they trust and love her, and want her to be happy
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Rizzo and Saget were married for four years until his passing in 2022.
As for Breckin Meyer, he’s known for his role in the 1990s cult classic Clueless and has also worked as a writer and producer, creating Men At Work. Meyer was previously married to filmmaker Deborah Kaplan from 2001 to 2014, and they share two daughters.
