Dakota Johnson has fueled romance rumors after being spotted enjoying a cozy dinner with singer Role Model over the holidays. The 36-year-old actress, who split from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in June, appeared relaxed and cheerful during the outing, leading to speculation about her love life.
Moving On and Embracing New Beginnings
Johnson has been “slowly dating again” since her split from Martin, according to an insider who spoke to People last month.
“Her relationship with Chris was often hot and cold, and while she always hoped they’d work out, she seems lighter and more at peace now that it’s final,” the source explained. They added that Johnson is “busy, fulfilled, and she’s moved on.”
The Fifty Shades of Grey actress previously formed a close bond with Martin’s children, Apple, 21, and Moses, 19, and also developed a friendship with ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow. Despite the split, Johnson continues to maintain those relationships, as Paltrow “fully intends on maintaining that bond” and even considers Dakota family.
Meanwhile, Role Model, whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury, previously dated Emma Chamberlain until their 2023 breakup. The pair had crossed paths years ago through mutual music industry friends, making this recent dinner a notable moment for fans and media alike.
Dakota Johnson & Role Model Cozy Up During Holiday Dinner
Photos obtained by TMZ show Johnson and 28-year-old Role Model sitting next to each other at a crowded restaurant, seemingly enjoying each other’s company. Sources told TMZ that the pair “cozied up together during the outing, which seemingly occurred shortly before Christmas.” At one point, Johnson sipped on a cocktail while the performer also joined the conversation.
A tip to gossip site DeuxMoi noted that Johnson and Pillsbury were spotted at Vandell, a Los Angeles cocktail bar. While the anonymous tip admitted it was hard to gauge the “vibes” between them, it remarked they were “both beautiful in person.”
