Halle Berry has openly declared that she no longer pretends to have orgasms during intimate moments, emphasizing the importance of sexual honesty. Speaking on the Sex With Emily podcast, the Oscar-winning actress explained how she now prioritizes her own pleasure instead of catering solely to her partner’s ego.
Halle Berry Shares Candid Thoughts on Sexual Transparency
During her discussion with Emily Morse, Berry reflected on a common scenario in past relationships where women would fake orgasms to boost their partner’s confidence.
“We had to get there so that he felt good about bringing us to orgasm,”
Berry said.
“So we had to say that we did it so that he would feel good about himself. Because what is that doing? That’s putting his needs before our own. And now I don’t do that anymore.”
She continued by stressing the need for mutual satisfaction in sexual experiences, stating,
“I’m like, ‘No, I cum first like you cum first to you. We both deserve to have this be a mutually enjoyable experience where we both can roll over and go to sleep because we feel good. Not one snoring and one looking… [like], ‘What the f**k am I doing?’”
Berry Confirms Engagement to Musician Van Hunt
In addition to opening up about her sexual honesty, Berry confirmed her engagement to longtime partner Van Hunt. She shared insights into how her past relationships led her to recognize when a connection is right.
“You know, you get to be 54, you just kind of done it a few times, three, to be exact,”
Berry noted.
“You just kind of know when it’s right, ’cause you know when it’s wrong.”
Setting the Record Straight on Engagement Rumors
Berry addressed rumors surrounding her engagement during an interview on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. When Fallon mentioned speculation that Van Hunt had already asked her to marry him and she had declined, Berry clarified the situation.
“There’s some confusion that he asked to marry me, and I said no,”
she explained. Responding to Fallon’s prompt, “But, that’s not the case?” Berry replied,
“No, that’s not the case. I did not say ‘no,’ we just don’t have a date. Of course, I said ‘yes, I would marry him.’”
Fallon expressed his happiness for the couple, saying,
“I’m so happy, you guys are a great couple.”
Berry responded warmly,
“Thank you. He did put a little ring on it.”
The Impact of Berry’s Candidness on Conversations Around Female Pleasure
Halle Berry’s decision to stop faking orgasms and publicly share her experiences challenges longstanding social norms about female pleasure. By highlighting the importance of both partners’ satisfaction, she contributes to a broader dialogue about sexual equality and honesty in relationships. Her openness also promotes healthier conversations around intimacy, encouraging others to prioritize their own needs rather than conform to outdated expectations.
With her engagement to Van Hunt, Berry appears poised to continue embracing authenticity in all areas of her life, signaling a shift toward greater openness in public discussions about love and sexuality.
