Chris Noth has disclosed that his long-standing friendship with Sarah Jessica Parker has dissolved, attributing the rift to her response to sexual assault allegations made against him in 2021. In an exclusive interview with People magazine and discussed on Page Six, Noth expressed that Parker’s failure to contact him before issuing a public statement in support of his accusers was deeply hurtful and fundamentally altered their relationship.
The actor, best known for his role as Mr. Big on “Sex and the City,” made these comments during a preview of an upcoming episode of the podcast “Really Famous with Kara Mayer Robinson,” set to premiere on January 26, 2026. Noth confirmed that he and Parker are no longer friends, stating, “We’re not friends, I think that’s pretty obvious,” and explained that the estrangement stems from how she handled the allegations. He emphasized that after working together for many years, he expected her to reach out privately to hear his side of the story before making any public declarations.
In 2021, The Hollywood Reporter published accounts from two women accusing Noth of sexual assault, with a third woman later coming forward to the Daily Beast. Noth has consistently denied all allegations, calling them “a complete fabrication” and asserting that he would never cross such boundaries. Following the reports, Parker, along with co-stars Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis, released a joint statement expressing sadness over the allegations and support for the women who came forward.
Noth described this statement as “nothing more than brand management” and shared that it left him feeling sad, disappointed, and surprised. He believed that given their history, Parker should have initiated a conversation to understand his perspective. “Because you need to call me and hear my side of this. You’ve known me for many years, and we’ve worked [together] for many years,” he said in the interview, highlighting the lack of personal communication as a key factor in the fallout.
The actor noted that the situation had a profound impact, saying, “That was hurtful, and it really affected everything.” He reflected that while the experience was painful, it provided clarity about his relationships, revealing who his true friends are. Noth added that if the roles were reversed, he would have undoubtedly contacted Parker first to get her side, underscoring his expectation of loyalty and direct dialogue.
This revelation comes amid ongoing public scrutiny, including Noth’s removal from the “Sex and the City” revival series “And Just Like That…,” where his character was killed off in the premiere episode. Initially slated to appear in the season finale, his scenes were cut following the allegations. Additionally, recent social media activity fueled speculation, such as when Noth appeared to endorse a fan’s critical comment about Parker receiving a Golden Globes award, though he later dismissed it as sarcastic banter.
Looking ahead, the full interview with Kara Mayer Robinson will air on YouTube, offering more insights into Noth’s thoughts and experiences. The fallout between Noth and Parker underscores the complex interplay between personal relationships and public controversies in Hollywood, where celebrity responses to allegations can have lasting personal and professional repercussions. As both actors move forward, this episode highlights the challenges of maintaining friendships under the spotlight of fame and scandal.
