Naomi Watts Opens Up About Romantic Moment

Naomi Watts recently opened up about a surprisingly intimate conversation with her husband, Billy Crudup, that she calls "the most romantic words" she's ever heard. This profound moment is detailed in her new book, “Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known About Menopause,” which presents a candid and humorous take on aging and the challenges associated with menopause.

The First Night Together

In an excerpt shared by Us Weekly, Watts recollects the first night they spent together and her apprehension about revealing her use of a hormone patch due to menopause. Overwhelmed with embarrassment, she feared that this revelation would change how Crudup perceived her.

A Heartwarming Response

Describing herself as “mortified,” Watts recalled how she scrubbing the patch from her skin in a last-ditch effort to hide any signs of her transitioning body. Despite her efforts, the adhesive left a stubborn mark. When she finally emerged from the bathroom, she was greeted with compassion instead of judgment. "A smile broke over his face," Watts wrote, recalling Crudup's immediate relief that her health issues weren’t tied to a lack of desire.

Humor in Vulnerability

What followed was a humorous and heartwarming response from her partner. Crudup reassured her by sharing his own experience, saying, “Hey, if it makes you feel better: I’ve got gray hairs on my balls.” This lighthearted comment eased Watts' anxiety and helped her realize that everyone grows older, and that it’s perfectly okay to embrace those changes. Such moments of vulnerability only strengthened their bond.

A Unique Connection

Reflecting on the exchange, Watts stated that despite her later marriage proposal from Crudup—one she described as deeply loving—this unique moment of connection remains etched in her heart. “Those to date remain the most romantic words I’ve ever heard, onscreen or off,” she emphasized.

Writing 'Dare I Say It'