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Zoë Kravitz and Austin Butler Spark Romance Rumors Following Breakups
Reports suggest that actors Zoë Kravitz and Austin Butler are developing a close bond after Butler’s separation from Kaia Gerber and Kravitz’s recent split from Channing Tatum. The rumored budding romance between the Caught Stealing co-stars is generating buzz in Hollywood circles.
Co-stars Reportedly “Spending Time Together”
A source close to the situation disclosed that the new couple, Kravitz and Butler, “have been spending time together over the past few weeks” and “connect very well.” This news comes after both stars recently ended long-term relationships, fueling speculation about a potential new celebrity romance.
“Their chemistry is reportedly as palpable off-camera as it is on-screen. Austin and Zoë are keeping their connection discreet and are not rushing to define anything formally,” an insider told the US Sun over the weekend.
The source further added that, “They both highly respect their former partners and are currently focused on seeing where this new connection leads.”
DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives for both Kravitz and Butler for comments, but has not received a response as of this writing.
On-Screen Lovers, Off-Screen Connection?
Kravitz, 36, and Butler, 33, portray romantic interests in their upcoming film, the production of which commenced in September 2024. The celebrity dating news is further fueled by reports of their apparent on-set chemistry.
Zoë Kravitz and Austin Butler are allegedly growing close following his breakup from Kaia Gerber and the recent end of her engagement to Channing Tatum (seen in March 2025)
The speculated couple reportedly shared a passionate kiss while filming in New York City in October 2024, one month before the project concluded. This on-set intimacy has further ignited rumors regarding their off-screen relationship status.
Recent Relationship History: Breakups and New Beginnings
Butler and Gerber concluded their relationship at the close of 2024.
Similarly, Kravitz and Tatum ended their engagement in October 2024 after a three-year romance. The celebrity breakups have paved the way for new chapters in their personal lives.
The split between Kravitz and Tatum was particularly surprising to fans, especially as Tatum had recently been seen sporting a new tattoo of Kravitz’s initials on his hand just a month prior to the announcement.
The former couple’s last public appearance together was on Tatum’s Instagram in a post from September 3, featuring Zoë seemingly asleep on her then-fiancé’s bare chest as he took a selfie of them both.
Despite their separation, the former partners appear to maintain amicable relations and are both slated to feature in the forthcoming science-fiction comedy, Alpha Gang.
The comedy centers on a group of alien invaders disguised as humans and styled to resemble members of a 1950s biker gang. However, their plans to conquer Earth are threatened when they begin to experience human emotions and develop consciences.
Filming is expected to commence sometime in mid to late 2025. A confirmed release date is yet to be announced.
A source revealed that the Caught Stealing co-stars ‘have been spending time together over the past few weeks’ and ‘get on very well’ (the duo pictured kissing on set in October 2024)
‘Their chemistry is as good off-screen as it is on it. Austin and Zoë have been keeping it under the radar and aren’t putting a label on anything yet,’ an insider told the US Sun over the weekend; seen in March 2025
Kaia Gerber’s New Romance with Lewis Pullman
Tatum is now reportedly dating Australian model Inka Williams, 25.
Meanwhile, Butler’s former girlfriend, Kaia Gerber, has been romantically linked to Lewis Pullman.
In February, a source confirmed to Us Weekly that the model, 23, purposefully decided to keep her budding romance private.
“Kaia and Lewis have actually been together for some time now,” the insider revealed. “They initiated dating in early December [2024]. They kept it low-key until news of her and Austin’s breakup became public.”
Following her split from Butler, the Palm Royale actress, daughter of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, moved on from her heartbreak with Pullman, 32.
“In early December, Kaia and Lewis began dating seriously and were seen throughout Los Angeles, predominantly on the east side,” the source elaborated.
Despite maintaining a low profile for months, the couple managed to remain undetected in plain sight as “Kaia would consistently wear a hat” or employ other ingenious methods to disguise herself while on dates at “their favorite restaurants, bars, and clubs.”
During these outings, the insider claimed the lovebirds did not refrain from “holding hands and displaying public affection.”
Kravitz and Tatum ended their engagement in October 2024 after three years together; seen last year
The split was particularly surprising to fans as Tatum had been spotted with fresh ink of Kravitz’s initials on the back of his hand just a month prior (pictured last year)
“They were simply visiting locations frequented by crowds who were not very familiar with them,” the source stated to the outlet.
Gerber and Pullman, who both grew up in Los Angeles, have also reportedly “known each other for quite some time now.”
Like the Vogue cover model, Pullman also has a famous parent.
He is the son of actor Bill Pullman, renowned for portraying Sandra Bullock’s love interest in the 1995 romantic comedy While You Were Sleeping, and dancer Tamara Hurwitz.
“They socialize within the same circles and have similar friend groups; this is how they were introduced,” the source mentioned. “Kaia appreciates that this relationship feels relaxed and that Lewis is a very down-to-earth individual.”
Before her relationships with Pullman and Butler, Gerber dated Euphoria star Jacob Elordi for a year and had a brief romance with Pete Davidson.
Gerber and Butler, 33, ended their relationship after dating for three years, news of which surfaced in October 2024; seen in 2023
Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler’s Relationship Timeline
Speculation about Kaia and Austin’s split first emerged on New Year’s Day 2025, when Kaia was observed vacationing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, without Austin.
Kaia and Austin had not been photographed together in public since their dinner date on October 5th in New York City.
On January 7th, the separation between Kaia and Austin was confirmed, with reports indicating that they had ended their relationship sometime towards the end of 2024.
The insider noted that there was no animosity between the former flames, only that their relationship had simply concluded.
The couple’s relationship initially began in December 2021, and they publicly confirmed their romance when they celebrated Valentine’s Day together in February 2022.
Austin and Kaia made their red carpet debut at the 2022 Met Gala, after they dated for just a few months; seen on March 12, 2023
During their relationship, they stepped on the red carpet as a couple at multiple other events and even dressed up as Edie Sedgwick and Andy Warhol for a Halloween party in 2023 (as seen above)
Austin and Kaia made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the 2022 Met Gala, after dating for only a few months.
They appeared on the red carpet together at numerous other events, including the Time 100 Gala in 2023, where they shared an affectionate moment in front of cameras.
Additionally, they attended the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2023 and Austin’s Bikeriders premiere in the same year.
Austin and Kaia dressed as Edie Sedgwick and Andy Warhol for Halloween 2023, showcasing a charming couple’s costume.
They also attended his Dune: Part Two premiere afterparty in London together in February 2024.
Before Kaia, Austin was in a long-term relationship with Vanessa Hudgens for nearly nine years, from September 2011 until January 2020.