Sarah Silverman has opened up about her unexpected journey to love during the pandemic, which she discusses in her new Netflix special, “Sarah Silverman: Postmortem.” Initially content being “happily single,” Silverman began learning to play video games in early 2020 while stuck in New York City. Remembering her childhood gaming days, she bought a console and engulfed herself in playing “Call of Duty: World War II.”
During this time, she connected with Rory Albanese, a fellow comedian she had known slightly through comedy circles. They began gaming together, and what started with “just killing Nazis” soon blossomed into romantic feelings. Silverman reflects on their connection, noting how unpredictable love can be, even when one feels entirely content alone.
Now, five years later, Silverman and Albanese have taken a significant step in their relationship; he has moved into her new house in Los Angeles. Silverman recounts her past experiences with dating, emphasizing how she felt finished with that chapter of her life before meeting Albanese.
In “Postmortem,” she addresses her personal journey through grief after the loss of her father and stepmother, both of whom passed within nine days of each other. Silverman expresses how sharing these experiences on stage became a healing process, helping her cope through laughter and storytelling. With the support of Albanese, her sisters, and the comedy community, she has learned to embrace life’s uncertainties, stating, “The unknown is thrilling.”
Her compelling mix of humor and vulnerability resonates throughout her new comedy special, which is currently streaming on Netflix. Silverman’s journey reminds us that life holds unpredictable surprises and encourages celebrating joy amidst sorrow.