Let me tell you a story about one of the most iconic moments on TV recently. Rita Moreno, the legendary EGOT winner, was having quite the time with Craig Melvin, the Today host, during an interview on March 4. If you were watching, you'd have seen sparks fly as Rita threw her A-game charm right at Craig, and it was pure gold.
Rita Moreno Strikes Again, This Time With Craig Melvin's Wife in the Room
Now, here's the thing. If you're a fan of Rita Moreno, you might remember that she pulled a similar move last year. That's right, the 92-year-old icon wasn't shy about flirting with Craig, even though this time around, his wife Lindsay Czarniak was sitting right there in the studio. She was filling in as a cohost that day, and I have to say, it added a whole new layer to the conversation.
Rita's Bold Move Had Everyone Laughing
Rita didn’t hold back. She was laughing as she recalled her previous encounter with Craig, saying, “The last time I was here, I was putting you on, being very sexy with you. And now this one here, this ringer is here. I can’t mess around with you.” She said it with such confidence and humor that you couldn't help but admire her audacity.
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Craig, being the professional that he is, played along seamlessly. He joked, “That’s my wife, and my girlfriend. You’re right. It’s a little strange.” Talk about keeping it lighthearted and fun. And Lindsay, well, she chimed in with, “Now things are awkward,” to which Rita quipped, “I’m never awkward. So that’s your problem, as far as I’m concerned.” Classic Rita Moreno right there.
Rita's History of Flirting with Craig
There was another moment during the episode that caught everyone's attention. Rita greeted Craig by saying, “Hi, cutie.” If you think that’s bold, wait till you hear this. Back in May 2023, she called him “gorgeous” during a visit to the program. Craig, always the gentleman, replied, “Well, I’m in my early 40s,” to which Rita shot back, “And I’m in my early 90s.” Talk about owning your age and confidence!
While Craig has been happily married to Lindsay since 2011, Rita is currently single. The Broadway star was married to Leonard Gordon from 1965 until his passing in 2010. Interestingly, Rita once said she’d rather “eat glass” than get married again. It’s a bold statement, but it speaks volumes about her independence and strength.
She opened up about her past in an interview with People in February 2019, saying, “I come from an era where you are supposed to obey the man in the family. I didn’t know how to write a check for the longest time.” She went on to explain how people in love often collude, creating silent pacts. In her case, it was, “I’ll be the little girl and you be the daddy.” But as life goes, the little girl wanted to grow up, and that’s when the challenges began.
Craig, on the other hand, has nothing but praises for his marriage to Lindsay. They share two beautiful kids, Delano and Sybil, and it’s clear that they’ve found the perfect balance between their demanding careers and family life. Lindsay, also a broadcaster, understands the crazy hours that come with the territory, making their partnership all the more special.
She once told People in February 2022, “We make it work and it’s been very, very helpful to have someone who understands crazy hours and all that kind of thing.” It’s a testament to their strength and dedication to each other and their family.
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