PDA (public display of affection)

So many friends have brought to my attention (like I didn’t know) that I haven’t blogged in 11 days that I figure it’s time.

In my last blog post I said I was in love. Maybe I shouldn’t have but it’s so much fun I couldn’t resist. A few days later I discovered what PDA means because someone told me that TMZ had said I was engaging in PDA (public display of affection) in a parking lot with my husband. “Oops!l Said someone on the show, “She’s not married.” Hey, I’m from Atlanta and not used to cameras in every hot spot parking lot outting me. I’ll try to be more careful in the future.

My boyfriend is Richard Perry, a record producer whom I met 35 years ago when he gathered heavy hitters from the music industry to support my then-husband, Tom Hayden’s run for the US Senate. I danced with him in Aspen 25 years ago and didn’t see him again till a week after my knee replacement surgery in June when our mutual friend, Carrie Fisher, acted as a go-between at Richard’s request and set up a dinner.

In May I told friends I’d stop thinking about love and all the other good stuff. “That’s all over for me,” I thought. Oh yeah…wham.

Anyway, between physical therapy and romance there just hasn’t been time to blog or even twitter. And as for those 2 new chapters I was going to write during this time in LA—forget about it! I’ll just have to hole up at my ranch starting week after next and knuckle down. I guess the chapter on love etc in the third act will be more interesting now–and fun to write.

Richard is working on a new musical called “Baby It’s You” about Florence Greenberg,  a jewish housewife in New Jersey who started Scepter Records her own record company (the first woman to do so)  in the 1950s and created a long list of hits with, among other groups, the Shirelles. It’s pretty exciting–the music I grew up with.

Last night I had cocktails with Don Amendolia who played the music publisher, Diabelli, in “33 Variations.” We became good friends and it was great catching up with him before he was whisked off to Lucie Arnaz’s birthday party.

Now, I’m on my way to Troy and Simone’s for a barbecue where Richard will join us after his rehearsals.

Life is good.

See you next time

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  1. I did miss your blog posts, but what good news! Mr. Perry is a lucky man.

  2. I love it that you have a new love. You are inspiring in LOTS of ways! I want to quote Ruth Gordon when she rec’d her Oscar, “I can’t tell you what an encouraging thing this is.” Hope it happens to me!

  3. I’m so happy for you, Jane 🙂

  4. Oh wow! I love the Shirelles! Can’t wait for that film! Keep us updated on it, please?

  5. Hi Jane
    You do sound happy!Congrats.I’m looking forward to choosing my first item from your store.

  6. PDA is okay, and its perfectly fine for a couple to show how much they love each other in public. but it’s going to far when your making out. i think making out is going wayy to far because it makes everyone around you feel uncomfortable and awkward. i think if your going to be affectionate with your significant other in public it should be nothing more than a kiss and holding hands and hugging.

  7. How’s the knee?

  8. I just finished your autobiography and really enjoyed it. Thanks for the honesty, it helps to read about such an accomplished person who has the same insecurities as us regular folks! I saw your TMZ PDA and thought it was great, congrats on the new love Jane ♥

  9. Hi,
    I am thrilled for you making PDA. Why not? Falling in love is fabulous!
    Miss you in NYC . Hope the knee is well.
    You’re amazing!!! Enjoy it all.

  10. Maybe this is a too personal question for you, but, how does Richard Perry treat you? Is this relationship benefiting both parties? You don’t have to answer these questions if you feel they are too personal for you.

  11. Jane,

    “Lucky is the man who is the first love of a woman,
    but luckier is the woman who is the last love of a man.”

    Hope things work out, one is never too old for PDA 😉

  12. Enjoy! Love can be best when it’s a surprise!

  13. “Find a guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will lie under the stars and listen to your heartbeat, or will stay awake just to watch you sleep… wait for the boy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in sweats, who holds your hand in front of his friends, who thinks you’re just as pretty without makeup on. One who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares and how lucky he is to have you…. The one who turns to his friends and says, ‘that’s her.’”

  14. How wonderful—he’s a lucky man and not at all bad lookin’ either but i mean you could catch anyone young or old you know that—-happy for you..unexpected romance is so delightful!!

  15. This from contactmusic.com and pictures were breathtaking u are such a beauty!!
    FONDA MOVES IN WITH PERRY?Actress JANE FONDA has taken her relationship with music producer RICHARD PERRY to the next level – the pair has moved in together, according to U.S. reports.
    Rumours surfaced last week (begs06Jul09) alleging the duo was romantically involved after Fonda and Perry were reportedly seen “all over each other all night” while celebrating singer Robbie Robertson’s birthday in Los Angeles’ Sunset Tower Bar.
    According to New York Post’s gossip column Page Six, the pair has been “inseparable” since, and are now sharing a home.
    A source says, “Jane has been attending almost every rehearsal with him.”
    A spokesperson for Fonda had not responded to requests for a comment as WENN went to press

  16. Hey jane! the same thing happened to me! I was in a unhappy (totally) marriage, living in extra room thinking that my “in love” days were over as well as “feeling sexy”! then, WHAM, and how HAPPY I am! Yeh for you and yes you even sound happy thru your blog!

  17. Hi Jane,
    I did not see the ‘PDA’ on TV seeing as I live in Europe, but doesn’t that scare you that people see you in your private moments on TV?? I just searched your name on youtube.com and got a video clip of someone taping you walking along the street and getting into your car and asking if Michael was murdered. OMG. You poor thing! That could never happen over here and there must be a law against that somewhere. It would frighten me. There should be limits to what people can do to you just because you are a public figure.
    Anyway, all the best to you and regards, once again, from Germany.
    Jason
    p.s. saw a rather large pig’s knuckle being served while on stopover in Vienna two days ago. Thought of you tucking into one of those!! 🙂

  18. Jane, I was watching “Barefoot in the Park” recently. You were so beautiful in it that I literally wanted to punch myself in the face.

    Is it wrong for me to want to get rid of my 25-year-old fiancee (I’m 37) so I can pursue dating you?

    MTN

  19. Just saw your interview on Theater Talk last night on my local PBS station. Wow! After reading this blog from the begining, seeing that interview made me feel as if I was watching a friend of mine. I check every day to see if you have updated here. Thanks for being you and for sharing yourself in all the ways you do.

  20. Happy for you Jane.
    Richard seems like a great guy, I know he is a great producer of so many recording hits.

  21. When i was at Motown, Richard came in and produced one of Diana Ross’ best albums.

  22. What a lucky guy. I’m happy for you. Your blog reminds me once more that love–and sex–is not just for the 20-somethings. Not sure why PDA gets so many knickers twisted. Jealousy?

    I’m also a happy TKR veteran. Getting the flexion back takes a lot of PT. But PDA helps too .

    Thanks for a lifetime of thoughtful inspiration.

  23. Visited your blog for the first time tonight. Loved reading how you’re falling in love…wishing you and Richard many happy days.

  24. I am just so happy for you!!

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