The actress hit back at claims her romance with Liam Neeson was manufactured for publicity

Pamela Anderson has hit back at rumours that her relationship with Liam Neeson was a carefully staged publicity stunt, insisting that she has never played such games with her private life.

Speaking at the Deauville American Film Festival in France, where she accepted an award on Friday, the 58-year-old actress addressed speculation that emerged last week after a report by TMZ claimed her romance with Neeson was “never real.”

Anderson, who co-starred with Neeson in The Naked Gun reboot, told the audience that suggestions of manufactured love stories could not be further from the truth.

“I do not and will never feed into PR stunts,” she said, according to People. “That would be a death sentence. I’m authentically driven. I’m superstitious when it comes to love. And I’m not comfortable sharing any shred of my romantic life.”

The former Baywatch star went on to reflect on her career and her personal values, stressing that she has no interest in courting attention through fabricated scandals. “I know I’ll fall in love again and again on screen. That is my job. If we do it well, you will feel it, a kind of projection. It is the greatest compliment. So please think positive. And I appreciate your good wishes. There are no silly games being played.”

Anderson also spoke more broadly about her philosophy, saying her career is not about money or fame but about leaving behind something genuine. “I’m sincere. Do not mistake my kindness for weakness or my boldness for bitterness. I’m here on this journey, not for money or for fame, but to see what I’m made of in truth, hard work and to leave behind an honest legacy my family can be proud of.”

The denial follows a week of speculation fuelled by gossip reports that questioned the authenticity of Anderson and Neeson’s relationship. Insiders close to both actors reportedly dismissed the claims as laughable, but Anderson’s public response was her first direct rebuttal.

Her appearance at Deauville was intended to celebrate her body of work and her enduring appeal on screen, but it also gave her a platform to confront the controversy head-on. Audience members responded warmly to her remarks, applauding her candour and her refusal to let rumours define her.

Anderson has long been a tabloid fixture, with her high-profile relationships often making more headlines than her acting credits. From her marriages to Tommy Lee and Kid Rock to her activism in animal rights and environmental causes, she has lived much of her life in the public eye. Her comments in France suggest she is determined to assert control over that narrative.

As for Neeson, the 73-year-old Irish actor has not publicly commented on the speculation surrounding his connection with Anderson. Known for fiercely guarding his personal life, he has generally avoided fuelling gossip about his relationships.

For Anderson, the controversy seems unlikely to derail her focus. Her remarks at Deauville highlighted her commitment to authenticity both on and off the screen. “There are no silly games being played,” she repeated firmly—making clear that, stunt or not, she will continue to define her own story.