Rock Legend Simon Le Bon Stuns with Zendaya Comment: “Age Doesn’t Matter”
Rock Legend Simon Le Bon Stuns with Zendaya Comment: “Age Doesn’t Matter”
*April 11, 2025 | London, UK – By Celebrity Buzz Staff*
In a statement that’s turning heads across both the music and film industries, Simon Le Bon, frontman of the legendary British band Duran Duran, has admitted he has a major soft spot for none other than Zendaya—and he’s not shy about it.
The 66-year-old singer stunned fans during a recent radio interview on BBC Radio 2 when the host asked him about his current celebrity crush. Without missing a beat, Le Bon replied, “Zendaya. She’s beautiful, talented, and carries herself with grace well beyond her years. Age, after all, is just a number.”
The comment, delivered with his signature charm, instantly lit up social media. While many applauded the rocker’s boldness, others expressed surprise at the 39-year age gap between the two stars. Zendaya, 28, is one of Hollywood’s most in-demand actresses, known for her roles in *Euphoria*, *Dune*, and as a powerful force in fashion and culture.
Le Bon doubled down on his admiration, adding, “She reminds me of the kind of muses we used to sing about in the ’80s. Mysterious, intelligent, cool. And she’s a brilliant performer too—I’d love to collaborate with her musically someday.”
Fans of Duran Duran weren’t expecting such a contemporary reference from the veteran rocker, but it’s clear Le Bon is keeping up with the times. Still, his candid confession has sparked a wide mix of reactions.
“He’s living in 2025 with a 1985 mindset,” joked one user on X (formerly Twitter). Another commented, “Can you blame him though? Zendaya is everything.”
As of now, Zendaya has not responded publicly to Le Bon’s remarks, but insiders say she was “flattered” when told of the comment by her team. A source close to the actress said, “She’s always been drawn to people who break the mold. She respects icons who’ve stood the test of time, and Simon definitely fits that bill.”
Le Bon, who has been married to model Yasmin Le Bon since 1985, made it clear during the interview that he’s not actively pursuing Zendaya romantically, but rather expressing admiration. “It’s not about chasing anyone,” he said with a laugh. “It’s about appreciating brilliance when you see it.”
Still, his words have sparked conversations about age dynamics in Hollywood, especially when it comes to older male celebrities admiring or dating significantly younger women. But Le Bon, known for pushing boundaries both musically and stylistically, didn’t seem fazed.
“Love, talent, energy—it’s not tied to a birth certificate,” he said. “Some people just radiate something timeless.”
Whether it’s just a crush or the beginning of an unexpected collaboration, one thing’s for sure—Simon Le Bon knows how to keep fans on their toes.
