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Olivia Rodrigo once seemed captivated with her beau, who chuckled at all her quips and referred to her as “so American,” but their love story has since concluded. The “Can’t Catch Me Now” vocalist commenced a relationship with British actor Louis Partridge in 2023, and the pair maintained a fairly discreet connection before allegedly parting ways in late 2025.
Since then, Olivia has grabbed headlines in 2026 with fresh music, including her track “Drop Dead” and her forthcoming album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, which enthusiasts surmise may be sparked by her recent separation.
Read on to uncover all the details we have regarding their prior romance.
Who Is Louis Partridge?
Louis is recognized for his portrayal of Tewkesbury in Enola Holmes and Enola Holmes 2. He hails from London and is several months younger in age compared to Olivia.
Prior to commencing his relationship with Olivia, Louis was previously romantically involved with actress Sydney Chandler in 2022. By the close of that year, it appeared that their bond had faded.
THE PEOPLES PRINCE LOUIS PARTRIDGE SUPPORTING THE PEOPLES PRINCESS OLIVIA RODRIGO YES YES YES pic.twitter.com/gwIY0q1N5y
— . (@zuzutron) December 9, 2023
Is Olivia Rodrigo Dating Louis Partridge?
Not any longer. The “Good 4 U” singer and the British thespian initially stirred dating murmurs in October 2023. The pair were observed hanging out together in London. Based on various fan-captured videos and snapshots, Olivia and Louis were seen strolling with their arms intertwined.
Subsequently that month, The Sun announced that Olivia was, indeed, seeing Louis. An informant revealed to the publication that the Grammy Award recipient “flew to London with her close companion, singer Conan Gray, but it was Louis who she journeyed to see. They encountered one another via shared acquaintances earlier in the year and have been communicating rather frequently.”
Louis Partridge and Olivia Rodrigo in London https://t.co/IJjpDztgWc
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) October 30, 2023
The source further stated that Olivia and Louis had “been [out] for dinners and nights out” and even “visited a club together on Friday night and were behaving very much like a couple. It’s truly endearing to witness her happiness.”
In less than a couple of months, Louis and Olivia amplified relationship speculation when he was seen rooting for her at the iHeartRadio Z100 Jingle Ball in New York City. Admirers noticed him within the audience and disseminated videos of the performer while Olivia electrified the atmosphere at Madison Square Garden. Subsequently that week, Olivia performed on Saturday Night Live as the musical act, and she and Louis were reportedly seen departing from an afterparty collectively that evening.
Around mid-December, Olivia and Louis indirectly potrayed they were an item after being caught on camera smooching and relishing a date in New York City.
During a March 2024 dialogue with British Vogue, Louis vocalized their relationship, while highlighting that her renown can be daunting.
“I can lead a somewhat ordinary existence. She’s under constant surveillance,” he voiced. “Dating should perhaps be avoided in the limelight. There is already a substantial amount occurring amidst two individuals. The opinions of numerous others aren’t necessary.”
Olivia with Louis Partridge at the 67th #Grammys! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/gU69XEhCC7
— Olivia Rodrigo Daily (@DailyRodrigo) February 3, 2025
At the 2025 Grammys, the pair were in attendance side-by-side and posed for photographs, embracing one another. In September of that year, Louis spoke candidly about their connection during a conversation with Esquire UK.
“Olivia and I decide, or have been deciding, to maintain a degree of privacy,” Louis stated. “Certainly, it has been a momentous summer for her with Glastonbury, but there’s value in preserving privacy.”
When Did Olivia Rodrigo & Louis Patridge Break Up?
In December 2025, The Sun declared that Olivia and Louis had broken up. An origin conveyed to the outlet that “those acquainted with them were stunned upon learning” about the separation. “The past few weeks haven’t been easy for them, and they concluded that it’s more prudent to be apart for the time being,” the insider appended.
Who Else Has Olivia Rodrigo Dated?
Prior to Olivia and Louis initiating their love, Olivia had affiliations to Zack Bia, Adam Faze and her most noted ex, Joshua Bassett.