Cydney Bernard is a producer and television production manager. She was the life partner of actress Jodie Foster, but the two split in May 2008. They kept their relationship under the radar and never publicly acknowledged being a couple. Various news reports have suggested that Foster could be forced to pay Bernard $25 million in alimony since it is half of what Foster made while the couple were together.AHN: Jodie Foster May Lose $25M From Her Split With Domestic Partner Cydney Bernard Bernard is currently living rent-free in one of Foster's homes and sees their two children regularly.AHN: Jodie Foster May Lose $25M From Her Split With Domestic Partner Cydney Bernard