Lana Del Rey's Heartfelt Tribute to Jack Antonoff

In a heartfelt moment at Variety’s eighth annual Hitmakers event, Lana Del Rey took the stage to honor her long-time collaborator and friend, Jack Antonoff, as he received the prestigious Producer of the Decade award. During her speech, she surprisingly opened up about her relationship with her husband, Jeremy Dufrene, attributing much of her decision to tie the knot to Antonoff’s marriage to the talented actress, Margaret Qualley.

The Importance of Inspiration

“I’m genuinely grateful for Jack and the example he set through his marriage to Margaret,” Del Rey expressed, reflecting on how Antonoff's relationship influenced her own life choices. “The way he looked at her when he first met her truly inspired me. He is a big reason why I decided to wait so long before getting married, ultimately leading me to meet my incredible husband.”

A Public Debut and Marriage

Lana proudly introduced Jeremy Dufrene to the spotlight in September, marking the occasion by bringing him as her date to the glamorous wedding of model Karen Elson and Lee Foster. Just weeks after this public debut, on September 26, the couple obtained their marriage license and exchanged vows on the very same day!

Challenges in Finding Genuine Connections

Del Rey also candidly shared some insights about the challenges she faces as an artist in maintaining genuine relationships. “I feel like there's a singer's curse when it comes to finding an honest partner who's not caught up in the entertainment world,” she confessed. “It can be incredibly nerve-wracking to hold on to a naive view of how relationships could work, especially in an industry where your values sometimes clash with the reality surrounding you. There’s a misconception that celebrities lack strong morals or values, which adds to the pressure.”

Looking Ahead

Fans are left wondering just how much more influence Antonoff will have on Del Rey's career and personal life in the future. Will we see more collaborations as a result of this newfound inspiration? Only time will tell! Don't miss out on Lana's next move – it’s sure to be something spectacular!