Austin Butler and Emily Ratajkowski were spotted enjoying a cozy Friday night outing together in New York City, sending fans into a frenzy over potential romance. The pair were seen grabbing cocktails at the Waverly Inn in the West Village, with Austin draping an arm along the back of the booth behind Emily. Photos obtained by TMZ showed the duo completely absorbed in each other’s company.
Zoe Kravitz and Harry Styles Heat Up the Scene
Meanwhile, fans had noticed sizzling chemistry between Austin and Zoe Kravitz while promoting their new movie, Caught Stealing. Yet Zoe has also been seen getting close to One Direction’s Harry Styles. The pair were photographed holding hands during a romantic stroll in New York City just this past Thursday. A source told the Daily Mail that their connection is “brewing into something more whether they think it is or not.”
Premiere Afterparty Encounters
Austin and Emily also crossed paths at the Caught Stealing premiere afterparty last week. A snap posted by writer Matt Weinberger showed Austin glancing back at Emily, who appeared captivated by something just out of frame.
Romance Heating Up Across the Atlantic
While Harry and Zoe’s romance appears to be intensifying, Austin and Emily’s New York City outing adds another layer of intrigue to the celebrity dating scene. Harry and Zoe were described as looking “intense,” with matching outfits and magnetic body language that suggested something more serious than a casual fling. Their connection was first noticed during outings in London and Rome, where the pair appeared inseparable, linking arms and locking eyes in public.
Friends See Something More
“Friends don’t know who likes who more, but it’s clearly moving beyond casual,” a source revealed. “Even if they don’t want to admit it, things are getting interesting.” The insider added that both couples may be reaching a point in life where casual relationships no longer appeal. “Even without official labels, it’s obvious to their friends that something special could develop,” they said.
Public Displays of Affection
Harry and Zoe certainly didn’t look like they were “playing games” during a Brooklyn outing on Wednesday night. The couple was spotted smiling, holding hands, and wrapping arms around each other. Earlier that day, they had enjoyed another hand-in-hand outing before continuing their romantic evening. Their romance is said to have started a week earlier in London, tucked away at Rita’s Bistro in Soho following the Caught Stealing premiere, where Zoe had walked the red carpet with co-stars Matt Smith and Austin Butler.
Global Outings Stir Fan Frenzy
Fans also spotted Zoe and Harry enjoying a picture-perfect stroll in Rome, sending social media into overdrive. “Well, that was not expected,” one fan commented, while another quipped, “Harry and Zoe weren’t on my 2025 bingo card.” Meanwhile, Austin and Zoe’s on-screen chemistry continues to fuel speculation. At the Caught Stealing premiere, the two shared a flirty moment on the red carpet, with Austin placing a hand on Zoe’s waist and leaning in to chat. Zoe reciprocated with a smile and a friendly touch on his arm, her sculpted abs catching the cameras’ attention. Weeks earlier, the duo was seen getting close at a Paris bar, with a source telling the Daily Mail that while it wasn’t a full-blown romance, Austin certainly hadn’t been friend-zoned.
Ready for Something Serious
Longtime fans believe both Harry and Zoe may be ready for serious relationships after previous high-profile breakups. Zoe and Channing Tatum ended their engagement in October 2024 after three years, citing busy schedules and being at “different stages in life,” though they remain on good terms and will reunite for her upcoming film Alpha Gang. Harry, meanwhile, famously dated Olivia Wilde following their meeting on the set of Don’t Worry Darling. The romance, which included steamy red carpet moments and jet-set trips, lasted nearly two years before ending in 2022.
Celebrity Dating Scene Heats Up
With both couples showing public displays of affection and insider sources hinting at deeper connections, it seems the New York and international dating scene is heating up for Hollywood’s favorite stars.
