The Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Patridge Relationship Timeline: When did it start?

Renowned for her devastating breakup ballads, Olivia Rodrigo seems to be negotiating a new and more hopeful chapter in her personal life. For some months, Rodrigo has been linked with emerging British actor Louis Partridge. Driven by a series of public events and behind-the-scenes incidences suggesting there could be more to their closeness than just friendship as conjecture on their relationship has been fast developing. 

Just twenty years old, Louis Partridge has already had a significant impact in the entertainment industry. British actor and model Partridge gained recognition for his portrayal as Viscount Tewkesbury in the popular Enola Holmes film, co-starring with Millie Bobby brown. His performance of the charming young nobleman with an experimental taste attracted an army of supporters and established him as a prospective performer to watch. 

Apart from his work in Enola Holmes, Partridge assumed the demanding role of Sid Vicious, the eminent bassist of the Sex Pistols, in the FX series Pistol. His performance in this bleak biographical series showed his range as an actor, therefore enhancing his profile in the industry. 

Before being linked to Olivia Rodrigo, Partridge reportedly was in a relationship with actress Sydney Chandler, the daughter of Friday Night Lights star Kyle Chandler. Sydney Chandler has a little role in the very buzz-generating film Don’t Worry Darling. Partridge has kept most of his personal life secret, hence reporters and supporters both find great interest in his supposed relationship with Rodrigo.

The Relationship Chronology

There has been a lot of speculation on Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge’s relationship when they first came into sight together in late 2023. 

Based on their growing list of public appearances and private occasions, both have little doubt even if neither has formally confirmed their connection. 

August 30, 2024: Venice Film Festival Hand Holding

The first obvious clue Rodrigo and Partridge could be more than just friends was seeing them together at the 81st Venice Film Festival. This prestigious event marked a career turning point as Partridge’s Apple TV+ limited series was showing. 

Rodrigo and Partridge were seen clasping hands, therefore signifying their unofficial public debut together. Though they never walked the red carpet together, Rodrigo was caught on camera filming Partridge as he stood to thank the audience at Palazzo del Cinema. This incident prepared the ground for speculation that the two were in reality in a love relationship, therefore rewriting the history of their marriage.

Date Night at London Concert of Tate McRae April 23, 2024

As Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge’s friendship seemed to grow, they were seen having a date night at Tate McRae’s London concert, a part of her Think Later global tour. Though the pair maintained a low profile, observers spotted their presence. 

Just days before Rodrigo’s European GUTS tour started, this sighting sparked reports that Partridge would accompany her on at least some of her travel itinerues. Fans eagerly anticipated more sightings of Rodrigo and his partner as his tour progressed over Europe. 

April 19, 2024: Coordinated Attire for a Los Angeles Dinner

More reports regarding Rodrigo and Partridge’s relationship surfaced following their mid-April 2024 dinner date in Los Angeles. Both the media and supporters pointed out that the couple was seen wearing semi-matching checkered print clothes—a feature lacking from both. Days following Rodrigo’s surprising attendance with No Doubt at Coachella 2024, this excursion contributed to the buzz over her busy schedule and growing connection with Partridge. 

March 19, 2024: Chicago Sweet Backstage Moment After GUTS Show

Not only was Louis Partridge present, but he also explicitly assisted Olivia Rodrigo behind-the-scenes on her Chicago leg of her GUTS world tour. When Rodrigo came off stage at the United Center, Partridge was seen waiting backstage to hug her. Fans captured this tender moment on camera, and video quickly went popular on TikTok offering an insight into the passionate bond between the two. The footage of Partridge cuddling Rodrigo lends additional validity to the claims of their romance. 

December 13, 2023: Passionate Kiss New York City 

When Rodrigo and Partridge were seen passionately kissing at a gas station in New York City, December 2023 witnessed the height of the speculations around their romance. The unprotected images showed Rodrigo and Partridge locked in an embrace, Partridge’s hand placed in a quite intimate position. 

The couple’s laid-back style, Rodrigo in brown corduroys and a floral blouse and Partridge in jeans, a plaid shirt, and a baseball cap, highlighted their grounded relationship. On social media, people quickly argued about the pictures and many pointed out the obvious chemistry between the two. This public exhibition of loyalty seemed to confirm what many had thought for months: Rodrigo and Partridge were a pair indeed. 

Partridge cheers Rodrigo on SNL and Jingle Ball December 8, 2023

Early December 2023 saw Louis Partridge seen escorting Olivia Rodrigo at two major events in New York City: her appearance on Saturday Night Live and her performance at the Jingle Ball at Z100 At Jingle Ball, Partridge was seen in the audience among close friends of Rodrigo including other performers Conan Gray and Madison Hu. 

Fans captured on camera emotional incidents including Partridge taping Rodrigo’s performance and accompanying her in singing along to her popular song “All-American B*tch.” After Rodrigo the next evening, Partridge visited the SNL after-party; the pair was seen exiting the event in the same car. These appearances confirmed the rumors about their relationship even more since Partridge’s endorsement of Rodrigo during these public events was much sought for. 

October 2023: First public sightings in London 

First made public in London in October 2023, Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge starting the initial wave of dating suspicions, the two were seen walking together with their arms around one another. Even if these early images were quite blurry and unclear, fans and the press were captivated to them. 

According to sources from The Sun, Rodrigo had come to London with her close friend singer Conan Gray, but Partridge was the person she spent most time with there. According to sources, the two were seen dining out and spending evenings together; their behavior was labeled as “coupley.” This set public fixation on the possible romance between the two young stars. 

New Chapter for Olivia Rodrigo 

Media and fans both have begun to focus on claimed relationship with Louis Partridge as Olivia Rodrigo negotiates her rising profession. Though neither Rodrigo nor Partridge has made public comments about their relationship, the growing series of public appearances, tender situations, and honest photos suggests the two are more than just friends indeed. 

Rodrigo, who started her musical career on the raw emotions of love and grief, finds this new phase in her personal life to be offering a better, more uplifting narrative. Fans all across are closely watching to see how this affair unfolds and what it can mean for Rodrigo’s public life and forthcoming songs.