Whoopi Goldberg has openly discussed her views on marriage and love, revealing that she was never truly in love with any of her three husbands. Goldberg, who was married to Alvin Martin, David Claessen, and Lyle Trachtenberg, has stated that she got married because it seemed like the expected thing to do rather than out of genuine desire or love. In interviews, she has explained that she tried to conform to societal expectations but ultimately realized that marriage was not for her​ (Nicki Swift)​​ (The Independent)​​ (Best Life)​.

Goldberg has only been in love once, with someone who is not publicly known. She shared this during an interview on “Piers Morgan Tonight,” emphasizing that her lack of deep romantic commitment to her husbands was a significant factor in her marriages not working out​ (Peoplemag)​. She has since embraced single life, expressing contentment with living alone and enjoying her privacy. Goldberg has reiterated that she does not want the commitments that come with marriage and prefers to maintain her independence​ (The Independent)​​ (Best Life)​​ (Peoplemag)​.