Comedian Kathy Griffin, 65, has publicly introduced her new 22-year-old boyfriend, who is more than four decades her junior.

Griffin shared a photo on Instagram on Thursday, showing the couple out in New York City.

The image captures Griffin, dressed in a black dress and heels, holding hands with her blond companion as they enter a car outside the Shubert Theatre.

The awning of Sardi’s restaurant is visible in the background.

Griffin directly addressed the age difference in her caption, writing, “He’s 22.

Have at it, internet.” This public announcement of her relationship with a significantly younger man comes as similar age-gap relationships in the entertainment world have recently drawn attention.

Griffin's post quickly garnered numerous comments from users.

Many offered supportive or humorous remarks, such as one user who commented, “He’s 22?

Perfect.

Old enough to vote, young enough to think Olive Garden is fancy.

Go have fun.” Another user noted, “Since they all eventually act like five-year-olds anyway, might as well go for shiny and new.

Less maintenance and upkeep.” Griffin herself acknowledged the engagement, stating she was “DYING AT THESE COMMENTS” and including laughing and clapping emojis.

Some commenters drew comparisons to other recent celebrity relationships with notable age differences.

One user pointed out that the reactions to Griffin’s relationship were markedly more supportive than those directed at Luke Wilson, 54, who reportedly welcomed a child with his 24-year-old girlfriend, or Bill Belichick, 74, and his 25-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson.

This highlights a perceived double standard in public perception of age-gap relationships depending on the gender of the older partner.