WATCH THE VIDEO HERE Paul Pierce Says Marriage Is for “Poor People and Old People” — And the Internet Has Thoughts Well, Paul Pierce just made sure he’s never getting invited to a wedding again. The former NBA star — known for his years with the Boston Celtics and, more recently, for some very unfiltered takes — is going viral for his latest hot take on love and commitment. In a recent interview, Pierce boldly declared that marriage is “for poor people and old people,” and added that he doesn’t see any real benefit for a man to get married. Yep. He said that. According to Pierce, the traditional idea of marriage no longer holds value for men, especially those who are successful or wealthy. “What does a man really get out of marriage?” he asked. “If you’re rich, it’s risky. If you’re young, you don’t need it. Marriage is for people who need stability — poor people and old people.” Cue the collective eye-roll from just about everyone on social media. Twitter, of course, had a field day. One user wrote, “Paul Pierce just woke up and chose podcast misogyny.” Another added, “Men like Paul Pierce will drop $40K on bottle service but think signing a marriage license is too risky.” And while it’s tempting to brush this off as just another spicy soundbite, the comments have sparked a real conversation about gender roles, wealth, and the evolving idea of marriage in today’s world. Some people — mostly men in the “alpha male” podcast echo chamber — applauded Pierce’s take, calling it “real talk” and “facts.” But others pointed out that the idea of marriage being a trap for men is outdated, especially when mutualrespect, love, and partnership are the real foundation. “Marriage isn’t about money,” one woman commented. “It’s about building a life together. If you’re only focused on what you’re ‘getting,’ then yeah, maybe don’t get married.” Let’s not forget — Paul Pierce is no stranger to stirring the pot. From controversial NBA rankings to that time he accidentally went live from a very NSFW party, Pierce is basically the king of saying what everyone didn’t ask for. This latest opinion is just adding to his long list of eyebrow-raising moments. Still, it’s worth noting that many successful men do choose marriage — and thrive in it. From Steph and Ayesha Curry to Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, there are plenty of examples of high-profile couples who balance fame, fortune, and a rock-solid marriage. So maybe the issue isn’t marriage… maybe it’s just who you’re marrying and why. As for Paul? He seems happy to stay single and say whatever pops into his head. And hey, if that’s what works for him, cool. But calling marriage a “poor people” thing? Yeah… that’s not the flex he thinks it is.
Paul Pierce: Marriage Is ONLY For Poor Men … Not Rich Men!
