Austin Butler is clarifying the truth behind those swirling romance rumors with Emily Ratajkowski after the pair sparked speculation earlier this year.
Clearing the Air
The 33-year-old Elvis actor addressed the buzz surrounding his rumored relationship with the model and author, putting an end to months of fan speculation. The rumors first began in September, when Butler and Ratajkowski were spotted together at a private New York City event and later photographed leaving in the same car.
However, during a recent interview, Butler made it clear that there’s no romance between them, explaining that the two share mutual friends and were merely attending the same social gathering.
“We were just hanging out with friends — that’s all there was to it,” Butler reportedly said, downplaying the speculation. “Sometimes people see a photo and create their own story, but it wasn’t what it looked like.”
Rumors That Took Off Fast
The sighting quickly went viral, especially given both stars’ high-profile dating histories. Butler, who’s been in a long-term relationship with actress Kaia Gerber, has mostly kept his love life private since their relationship began in 2021. Meanwhile, Ratajkowski — who divorced film producer Sebastian Bear-McClard in 2022 — has been linked to several celebrities in recent years, including comedian Pete Davidson and musician Harry Styles.
Their brief encounter fueled social media chatter, with fans wondering if a new Hollywood pairing was on the horizon. Butler’s latest clarification seems to have finally put those rumors to rest.
Focused on Work and Privacy
Despite being one of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, Butler continues to keep his personal life out of the spotlight. He’s currently preparing for the release of “Metropolis,” a sci-fi series by Sam Esmail, and has been promoting his upcoming projects while maintaining a quiet presence off-screen.
As for Ratajkowski, she’s been focusing on her podcast, High Low with EmRata, and her modeling career, often speaking openly about independence, motherhood, and navigating life in the public eye.
While fans may have hoped for a new celebrity couple, both Butler and Ratajkowski appear to be moving forward on separate paths — proving that not every viral rumor has a romantic ending.
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