The first half of 2026 became a time of unexpected changes in the personal lives of Hollywood's elite. Reality show stars, actors, and musicians found new love, causing fans around the world to actively discuss their relationships. From romantic walks in Brooklyn to joint trips to Japan — we have gathered the brightest stories about who is dating whom this year.
Kendall Jenner and Jacob Ertbrugg: From Friendship to Love
One of the most discussed couples of 2026 became model Kendall Jenner and Formula 1 driver Jacob Ertbrugg. Despite having known each other for a long time, it was at the beginning of this year that their communication went beyond friendship. The first rumors about a romance appeared in April when the couple was spotted together at the Coachella music festival. Witnesses noted that the celebrities behaved very closely and did not hide their feelings.
Since then, Kendall and Jacob have been actively traveling together. Photos of their vacations in Hawaii and Japan regularly appear online. In addition, the couple was seen walking with Justin Bieber's family, as well as on a date with Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet. Insiders claim that their relationship is gaining momentum and looks very serious.
Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton: Passion in Public
Reality show star Kim Kardashian and legendary Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton also became one of the most notable couples of the year. They began to appear in public together more often: they attended the Super Bowl, vacationed in Tokyo, and met during the Monaco Grand Prix, where Kardashian actively supported the athlete.
In April, photographers caught the couple during a date on a beach in Malibu. They did not hide their closeness, hugging and kissing. And in July, Kim delighted fans with a group selfie with her beloved and her daughter Chicago, confirming that their relationship is developing successfully.
Dakota Johnson and Tucker Pillsbury: First Loud Romance After Chris Martin
At the beginning of 2026, the 36-year-old actress Dakota Johnson and the 28-year-old musician were seen several times on dates in Los Angeles. During one of the meetings, they left the restaurant holding hands. In the spring, the stars were caught together again during a tender walk when they did not hide their closeness. According to witnesses, this is not just a light fling — they have been dating for several months and are gradually developing their relationship.
For Dakota, this is the first loud romance after ending her long-term relationship with Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. Her new choice, musician Tucker Pillsbury (also known as Role Model), has become an important part of her life.
Joe Alwyn and Sarah Pidgeon: Love After Taylor Swift
"Love Story" star Joe Alwyn and actress Sarah Pidgeon became another couple that was talked about in 2026. First, they were spotted together during a walk in Brooklyn, and soon they ended up in the lenses of paparazzi on a romantic date. These relationships aroused special interest, as for Joe, this is the first loud romance after ending his six-year relationship with Taylor Swift in 2023. Pidgeon also rarely talks about her romances, which makes their union even more intriguing.
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun: Love Despite Age
Star of the series "Euphoria" Sydney Sweeney officially confirmed her relationship with businessman Scooter Braun, who is 17 years older than her, this year. They met in 2025 at the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez in Italy. At first, they did not rush to comment on the relationship, fueling interest with joint appearances. However, already in the spring of 2026, joint photos with her beloved began to appear on the actress's social networks, confirming the seriousness of their intentions.
