Who is Brigette Clark? Meet Simon Baker's reported girlfriend, 25 years younger than The Mentalist star; what does she do for living?

Simon Baker, best known for playing Patrick Jane in the popular television series The Mentalist, has once again drawn attention to his personal life after being spotted with photographer Brigette Clark. The Australian actor, who ended his nearly three-decade relationship with actress Rebecca Rigg in 2020, has been linked to Clark for several years. Their latest public appearance has renewed interest in the woman who has built a career in fashion photography and clothing design. Brigette Clark is reportedly around 25 years younger than Baker. While the actor has largely kept his romantic life private, the two have been photographed together on several occasions since 2022.

Who is Brigette Clark? Simon Baker's reported love life: What does she do for a living?

Brigette Clark is an Australian fashion and lifestyle photographer who originally hails from Melbourne and is based in Sydney. Her professional portfolio includes work across fashion, beauty, wellness, travel and product photography. According to South China Morning Post, Clark has worked with several fashion and lifestyle brands, including Triangl, Marysia, Cotton On, Faithfull The Brand and Elle. Her work has also included collaborations with Nagnata, the fashion label founded by Baker's former girlfriend, designer Laura May Gibbs.

Apart from photography, Clark has a business interest in fashion. She is the founder and creative director of Terry, also referred to as Terry Towelling, a clothing label inspired by European summers and vintage poolside style. The brand's aesthetic focuses on relaxed resort-inspired clothing.

How did Brigette Clark and Simon Baker meet?

Baker and Clark were first linked in November 2022, when they were reportedly spotted together at Bondi Beach in Sydney. They were later seen spending time together in Byron Bay during Easter 2023, with Simon Baker's sons also reportedly joining them. Their relationship appeared to go through an on-and-off phase. In September 2024, they were photographed together again in Sydney; reports speculated that they had reignited their romance. They were also spotted holding hands during a New York outing in 2025. It is worth noting that neither Baker nor Clark has publicly spoken in detail about their relationship.

Simon Baker's 29-year relationship with Rebecca Rigg

Before being linked to Clark, Baker was in a long-term relationship with Australian actress Rebecca Rigg. The two reportedly met in 1991 and married in 1998. They share three children: daughter Stella and sons Claude and Harry. The couple announced their separation in January 2021, revealing that they had quietly parted ways in April 2020. In a joint statement reported by People, they said, “We remain close friends, and our three children will always be the most important focus of our lives.” Their relationship lasted around 29 years, including 22 years of marriage. Simon Baker, meanwhile, continues to be recognised for his work in television and films, including The Mentalist, The Guardian and The Devil Wears Prada.