Beyond their shared sense of humor, Joy Behar revealed on several occasions that the real reason behind postponing marriage was more emotional and principled. Behar was deeply moved by the experience of a close friend who was in a same-sex relationship. When the friend’s partner was hospitalized, she had to claim she was her sister in order to remain by her side—highlighting the lack of legal rights for unmarried partners. This situation impacted Behar profoundly and made her more aware of the potential consequences of not having formal legal recognition of her relationship with Janowitz.
Motivated by this, Behar and Janowitz ultimately chose to marry, ensuring legal presence and protection for each other in emergencies. Their decision underscores their commitment and mutual respect during nearly three decades of partnership.
Today, Steve Janowitz and Joy Behar reside in a sixth-floor, 1,400-square-foot apartment located in New York City's Upper West Side. They continue to maintain a relatively private personal life, despite Behar's public-facing career. Janowitz has remained largely out of the media spotlight, a testament to his preference for privacy even as the spouse of a high-profile television personality.
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