Kees Tol Opens Up About American Love in “Fortunately We Still Have The Photos”: ’It’s Complicated’
Dutch entertainer Kees Tol has revealed he is in a relationship with an American man, named Buddy, during a recent appearance on the popular travel program Fortunately We Still Have The Photos. The confession came with a degree of vulnerability, as Tol admitted the logistical challenges and emotional anxieties surrounding a long-distance romance.
“I met someone a while back and I fell in love with him,” Tol shared with host Humberto Tan, visibly blushing. “His name is Buddy and he is an American.” He acknowledged the complexity of the situation, stating, ”It’s complicated because he lives on the other side of the world.”
Tol, who resides in the close-knit village of Volendam, Netherlands, expressed his commitment to remaining in his hometown. This presents a significant hurdle for the couple, requiring them to navigate a relationship across continents. When pressed for further details by Tan, Tol confessed, “It scares me to death that I’m telling all this now,” and later, “I’m terrified that I’m telling all this now.”
Despite the distance, Tol expressed excitement about Buddy’s upcoming visit to Volendam. “He will soon be in Volendam,and Volendam is a village where everyone knows each other,and everyone knows me,” Tol explained. He pondered Buddy’s reaction to the small-town atmosphere, contrasting it with his life in a large American city. “He comes from a big city, and then you end up in Volendam. I find that very exciting.”
Tol highlighted the appeal of their differences. “Even though they are both completely different from each other, that is what appeals to him,” he said, adding, “He is also a dark man.”
Fortunately We Still Have The Photos follows presenter Humberto Tan as he travels the globe with celebrity guests,documenting their experiences and the stories of each location through photography. The show aims to capture the essence of each country visited.
Further details about the episode and upcoming journeys can be found on the show’s official platforms.