Brandi Glanville Teases ‘Hot’ Flings with Seacrest & LeBlanc
Brandi Glanville’s Celebrity Dating History: A Simple Breakdown
Who Is Brandi Glanville?
Brandi Glanville is a reality TV star best known for appearing on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" (RHOBH). She was on the show for several seasons before leaving. Now 53 years old, she hosts a podcast called "Unfiltered" with her co-host James Maas.
Important Point: Brandi has been very open about her dating life over the years, sharing stories about several famous men she’s dated or had flings with.
The "Hot Bench" Comment
During a recent appearance on Page Six’s "Virtual Reali-Tea" podcast, Brandi’s co-host James Maas joked: "She’s slept with half of Hollywood already."
Brandi initially told him to stop naming names, but then proudly admitted: "My bench is hot, I’m not gonna lie. It’s real good. I’m not mad at it."
Translation: In dating slang, your "bench" means your roster of people you’ve dated. She’s saying she’s dated some very attractive, famous men.
Her Famous Flings: The Complete List
Here are all the celebrities Brandi has publicly talked about dating:
1. Ryan Seacrest (TV Host, "American Idol", "Live with Kelly")
- When: After she left RHOBH (around 2018)
- Duration: About 6 months
- What she said: "It lasted like six months… we’re still friends. He’s actually a proper gentleman, unlike Gerard, let’s just say."
- Status: They reportedly remained friends afterward.
2. Gerard Butler (Actor, "300", "P.S. I Love You")
- When: First revealed in 2012 on "Watch What Happens Live"
- Duration: One week ("a little week of fun")
- Her rating: 11 out of 10
- His reaction: When confronted by Andy Cohen in 2018, Butler cringed and said he "had no idea who she was" when they met.
- Brandi’s response: She later posted on X (Twitter): "Gerard Butler hit on me at a party, asked for my phone number, called me up the next day and asked me out so if he wants to cringe now he can f–k off."
3. Matt LeBlanc (Actor, "Friends")
- When: Before 2001 (before she married Eddie Cibrian)
- Duration: Just one date
- The dealbreaker: LeBlanc let his dog lick his ice cream cone, then he licked the same ice cream.
- Brandi’s reaction: "I was totally gonna have sex with him, then the dog licked the ice cream and he licked the ice cream and I was like, ‘I can’t.’"
4. Other Names She’s Mentioned
- Ben Stiller (Actor, "Meet the Parents", "Zoolander")
- David Schwimmer (Actor, "Friends" – Ross Geller)
- An unnamed actor from "The Notebook" (she hasn’t revealed who)
Her Marriage Timeline
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2001 | Married actor Eddie Cibrian |
| 2010 | Divorce finalized |
| After 2010 | Most of her famous flings happened post-divorce |
Why This Matters
Brandi Glanville is known for being unfiltered and honest about her personal life. Her willingness to share these stories—both the good and the awkward—is part of why fans find her entertaining. She doesn’t pretend to be perfect, and she owns her past.
Important Point: All of this information comes from Brandi’s own words on podcasts, TV shows, and social media. The celebrities involved have mostly confirmed or not denied the stories.
Summary
- Brandi Glanville, former RHOBH star, has dated several A-list celebrities.
- She proudly calls her dating history a "hot bench."
- Ryan Seacrest: 6-month relationship, stayed friends.
- Gerard Butler: One-week fling, rated 11/10, but he later cringed about it.
- Matt LeBlanc: One date ended because of a dog-ice cream incident.
- Others: Ben Stiller, David Schwimmer, and a "Notebook" actor.
- She was married to Eddie Cibrian from 2001–2010.
- She shares these stories openly on her podcast "Unfiltered" and other media appearances.
FAQ
1. Is Brandi Glanville still on "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills"?
No. She left the show years ago and now focuses on her podcast "Unfiltered" and media appearances.
2. Did Ryan Seacrest ever confirm the relationship?
Not publicly in detail, but Brandi said they remained friends, and he hasn’t denied her account.
3. Why did Gerard Butler say he didn’t know who she was?
When they met, Brandi wasn’t yet famous from RHOBH (the show premiered in 2010). He likely genuinely didn’t recognize her as a public figure at that time.
4. What does "my bench is hot" mean?
It’s slang. Your "bench" is your roster of past dates or romantic options. Saying it’s "hot" means the people on it are very attractive or high-status.
5. Has Matt LeBlanc responded to the ice cream story?
No public response. The story comes entirely from Brandi’s retelling on a 2020 podcast episode.
Want more reality TV tea? Brandi’s podcast "Unfiltered" drops new episodes regularly with more candid stories!