Sean Penn, 65, holds hands with 30-year-old partner

Sean Penn, 65, holds hands with 30-year-old partner

Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn , 65 , and his 30-year-old girlfriend, Valeria Nicov , were photographed holding hands during a rare public outing on Wednesday, drawing fresh attention to their widely discussed age-gap relationship .  The photos, taken in Santa Monica, California, come on the heels of Penn’s appearance at the 2026 Golden Globe Awards earlier this month.  The couple, who have kept much of their relationship out of the public eye, were spotted enjoying a casual shopping trip.  Penn was seen in a button-up shirt, blazer and trousers, while Nicov opted for an all-black outfit completed with sunglasses and a purse.  Their hand-holding marked one of the few public displays of affection since they were first linked romantically in late 2024.  From Golden Globes to Sidewalk Strolls Penn recently attended the Golden Globe Awards , where he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in One Battle After Another .  Though he did not win, cameras captured the veteran actor at the event…