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Sydney Sweeney and her The Handmaid co-star Brandon Sklenar ignited romance speculation after being spotted together at the Stagecoach Festival, but insiders reveal they are merely platonic companions.
“They share an exceptionally strong friendship, and Sydney is genuinely enjoying her life at the moment,” an insider exclusively shares. The source adds that the 27-year-old performer possesses “a charming and playful demeanor.”
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Us previously confirmed in March that Sweeney and her former fiancé, Jonathan Davino, had parted ways and nullified their engagement, citing scheduling conflicts related to the Euphoria star’s rigorous workload. In addition to filming the third season of the acclaimed HBO series, Sweeney has recently dedicated time to promoting her upcoming film with Sklenar, The Handmaid.
Sweeney and Sklenar: Rediscovering Friendship at Stagecoach
Sweeney, 27, and Sklenar, 34, were seen together at Stagecoach in Indio, California, over the weekend. The event took place via a widely circulated social media video.
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“Brandon seemed single and unaccompanied. He showered Sydney with attention, creating an atmosphere of pure enjoyment,” recounted an onlooker. “Their chemistry was undeniable, catching the eyes of everyone around them.”
“Throughout the entirety of Saturday night, they appeared to be on a date together,” stated the observer further, noting the duo’s prolonged time spent together on both Saturday and Sunday. “They evidently became close due to their professional collaboration,” the observer added. “Sydney is really making the most of being single right now.”
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Throughout the same weekend, Sweeney and Sklenar were spotted in the VIP section alongside her hairdresser, Glen “Coco” Oropeza, and his partner.
“They were in the artist’s compound, comporting themselves affectionately. They didn’t act like mere acquaintances,” another eyewitness reported, detailing their interactions at the event. “They were discreet in their displays of affection, yet they held hands. When venturing into public areas, they kept a respectful distance from one another.”
According to the eyewitness, Sklenar attempted to remain inconspicuous by donning a hooded sweatshirt, and they tried to steer clear of public attention.
Neither Sweeney nor Sklenar have publicly addressed their appearance at Stagecoach. However, they have openly discussed their bond formed during their on-screen collaboration.
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“One of my favorite things you shared with me while we were working together was your unwavering confidence during your audition for Spencer Dutton and your absolute assurance that you’d nail the role,” Sweeney told Sklenar in an Interview profile released last month, referencing his character in the series 1923. Sweeney went on to say, “Chatting with you is pure delight.”
While Sweeney has been savoring her singleton status, Sklenar has been in a committed relationship with personal trainer Courtney Salviolo since 2020, following their encounter on a dating app. The pair last made a public appearance together at the 1923 debut in February. Sklenar last referred to Salviolo as his “partner” in early March.
“I actually met my partner through a dating app. At that time, I didn’t use Facebook and wasn’t inclined towards phone apps,” Sklenar shared with Entertainment Tonight in March. “It coincided with the Covid outbreak, and I thought, ‘How will I meet anyone?’ So, I decided to join.”