David Schwimmer Enjoys Rare Date With Eliana Jolkovsky 

Friends star David Schwimmer and Eliana Jolkovsky were seen holding hands during a rare New York outing.

David Schwimmer with Eliana Jolkovsky outing

Is it possible to ever truly outrun a character who spent ten years searching for his “lobster”?

For David Schwimmer, the answer seems to be a quiet, decisive “yes.” On December 26, the 59-year-old actor stepped out into the biting New York City chill, but he wasn’t alone.

Hand-in-hand with Eliana Jolkovsky, Schwimmer looked less like a sitcom icon and more like a man comfortably settled into a second act that has nothing to do with laugh tracks or fountain-splashing theme songs.

A Study in Midnight Black 

The pair opted for the unofficial uniform of Manhattan’s elite: monochromatic stealth.

Schwimmer bundled up in a heavy black winter coat and a baseball cap pulled low—the classic celebrity “don’t look at me” kit that ironically makes everyone look.

Jolkovsky, a 2021 graduate of UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine, brought a touch of editorial edge to the date, pairing a sheer-skirted black dress with tall leather boots and a cropped, fluffy jacket.

This isn’t a flash-in-the-pan holiday fling. The two have been linked since January 2025, marking one of the most consistent romantic chapters for Schwimmer since his 2017 divorce from Zoë Buckman.

The Shadow of Ross Geller 

Every time Schwimmer is seen with a partner, the public instinctively looks for a “Rachel.”

It is the burden of being one-half of the most analyzed TV couple in history.

When Schwimmer admitted to having a “major crush” on Jennifer Aniston during the 2021 Friends reunion, it sent fans into a frenzy, even prompting former flame Natalie Imbruglia to joke about “crossovers” in their 90s timeline.

But the Jolkovsky era represents something different. By dating a medical professional rather than a fellow A-lister, Schwimmer is leaning into a life that prioritizes intellectual substance over industry optics.

It is a pivot away from the “Torn” singer and “Central Perk” rumors toward a grounded, East Coast reality.

The “Co-Parenting” Trap 

Many assume that celebrity co-parenting is just about “getting along” for the sake of the kids.

Schwimmer and ex-wife Zoë Buckman prove it’s actually about logistical liberation.

• The Support Engine: Buckman’s public praise of Schwimmer as a “co-collaborator” reveals a vital truth: good co-parenting isn’t just about the child; it’s about giving the other parent the psychological and temporal space to remain an artist.
• Presence is a Choice: Most people think celebrity dads are “checked out.” Schwimmer’s 14-year-old daughter, Cleo, is clearly the center of a very active, two-home support system that allows both parents to flourish.
• Rare is Better: In the age of oversharing, the rarity of Schwimmer’s outings with Jolkovsky suggests a relationship built on private foundations rather than public validation.

A New Chapter in the City 

As Schwimmer approaches 60, his public “rare outings” tell a story of a man who has successfully navigated the transition from “The Most Famous Man on TV” to a focused father and partner.

The black-and-white sneakers hitting the NYC pavement on Monday weren’t running away from Hawkins or a coffee shop; they were moving toward a dinner date that feels entirely, refreshingly his own.

Key Takeaways:

• David Schwimmer and Eliana Jolkovsky were spotted on a rare NYC dinner date on Dec. 26.
• Jolkovsky is a medical doctor and UCLA alumna, first linked to Schwimmer in early 2025.
• Schwimmer maintains a highly successful co-parenting relationship with ex-wife Zoë Buckman.
• The actor continues to favor a private, low-key lifestyle in New York City.