Actress and producer Reese Witherspoon has been photographed enjoying a romantic interlude in Saint-Tropez with financier Oliver Haarmann. The couple was seen together on a yacht, marking a public display of their connection following their reported relationship that began in 2024.
Haarmann, a German-born private equity investor, is a founding partner at Searchlight Capital Partners, a firm he co-established in 2010. He is also a minority owner of the NHL's New York Islanders. He earned a bachelor's degree in History and International Relations from Brown University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Witherspoon finalized her divorce from Jim Toth in 2023 and is reportedly prioritizing her career and family while maintaining a low profile regarding her personal life. Sources close to Witherspoon indicate that she finds her relationship with Haarmann to be "very special" and that he is "there for her." Haarmann is described as being "not interested in the Hollywood spotlight" and is very supportive of Witherspoon's endeavors. Their relationship is characterized as balanced and happy, with Haarmann spending time with Witherspoon's three children, while he also has two children from a previous marriage.
The Saint-Tropez setting for their getaway is a locale known for its vibrant atmosphere, especially during sailing events. In late September 2025, the region will host Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, a prestigious regatta that draws over 240 yachts and celebrates maritime heritage. This event transforms the Gulf of Saint-Tropez into a hub of maritime activity, blending historical elegance with modern racing prowess. The area also hosts other high-octane events, such as SailGP in mid-September 2025, which features high-speed sailing on F50 foiling catamarans.
Witherspoon and Haarmann were first linked in July 2024, with sources initially suggesting they were just friends and that Witherspoon was "taking things slow." By September 2024, multiple sources confirmed they were dating. The couple has since been seen together in New York City and London, with their Saint-Tropez vacation in July 2025 being a notable public appearance. Witherspoon continues to balance her professional commitments with her private affairs, with her media company, Hello Sunshine, set to host its third experiential event, Shine Away, in Los Angeles in October 2025.