'He was my boss'
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Key Points:
- Molly McNearney revealed on the "Armchair Expert" podcast how she realized her then-boss Jimmy Kimmel was romantically interested in her when he cooked her favorite foods six months after she shared them in a meeting.
- Despite her excitement, McNearney was initially nervous about dating Kimmel due to their work dynamic and his position of power, fearing the relationship could negatively impact her career.
- The couple kept their relationship private for several months before going public, with McNearney worried about how it might change the predominantly male work environment.
- McNearney and Kimmel met shortly after she started at "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" but their initial interaction was unremarkable, with Kimmel dismissing her triathlon hobby; their romance developed years later.
- The couple married in 2013, have two children together, and Kimmel has two adult children from a previous marriage.
