Friendships and rumors surrounding Eric Schmidt and Gloria-Sophie Burkandt
February 11, 2026
Various reactions have emerged in Germany regarding the rumored relationship between 70-year-old billionaire Eric Schmidt and 27-year-old Gloria-Sophie Burkandt, the daughter of Bavaria's president. While reports suggest a romantic connection, a source close to Schmidt claims it's just a friendship. Burkandt is notable for her background as both a model and economist. Previously, she has shared personal experiences related to sexual harassment. Schmidt, a former CEO of Google, has been married for decades but has an open marriage.