Grammy winning singer-songwriter Harry Styles is enjoying a much needed break from touring in his native U.K. Towards the end of the tour, rumors began circulating that the singer might be in a relationship with Canadian actress Taylor Russell. Now, following Russell’s stage debut at the National Theatre in “The Effect”, the pair were spotted on an alleged double date with comedian James Corden and his wife Julia Carey.
Harry Styles spotted with rumored girlfriend Taylor Russell. https://t.co/alx3gKYlCZ
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) August 10, 2023
Fans of the singer were happy to see Styles take more time for his personal life. Russell garnered critical acclaim for several of her roles including in “Words On The Bathroom Wall” and “Escape Room.” The actress reached a wider audience when she notably appeared in Luca Guadagnino’s “Bones And All” alongside Timotheé Chalamet. Russell portrayed a teenaged cannibal running across the country in the 1980s.
Styles was first spotted in the theater’s audience applauding his rumored girlfriend’s performance.
harry applauding taylor and the cast during ‘the effect’ standing ovation pic.twitter.com/vwL30EF9mO
— taylor russell and harry styles (@tayrryupdate) August 10, 2023
The alleged couple were also seen catching up with another acclaimed actor, Paul Mescal. Mescal famously garnered critical acclaim and Golden Globe and Oscar nominations for his roles in “Normal People” and “Aftersun”. The actor is currently starring in a stage rendition of “A Streetcar Named Desire” in London.
Harry with Paul Mescal and Taylor Russell last night in London! pic.twitter.com/CG0s3OPIju
— Harry and Niall News! (@HarryNiallNews) August 10, 2023
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Russell’s performance in “Bones and All” gained the actress a myriad of new fans. Fans of Styles appear to have largely positive commentary on the alleged relationship, in part due to the chaos that ensued with Styles’ last relationship.
harries are celebrating harry dating taylor russell, see what happens when harry styles dates the prettiest AND nicest girl out there pic.twitter.com/hIvHcNJZxM
— dee! (@jupitershrry) August 10, 2023
The singer previously dated actress-director Olivia Wilde. Wilde allegedly left her longtime fianceé Jason Sudeikis to pursue a relationship with the singer on the set of her film “Don’t Worry Darling.” Sudeikis and Wilde share two children together.
The alleged relationship appeared to cause tensions throughout the press tour leading up to the film’s release in late 2022. Voicemails leaked of Wilde discussing actress Florence Pugh in a negative light after Pugh expressed concern over working with actor Shia LaBeouf amid several domestic violence allegations that came out against him. Wilde referring to Pugh as “Miss Flo” rapidly gained viral attention.
Florence Pugh greeting everyone but Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles tells you everything you need to know. Miss Flo deserved better. pic.twitter.com/V46fnzyvxe
— Danielle Huss (@daniellehuss) September 5, 2022
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Throughout the press tour, Wilde was spotted at several of Styles’ shows. Following the film’s release, reports emerged that the pair had split. Wilde is rumored to have inspired several tracks on “Harry’s House.”
Harry Styles Flashes 'Olivia' Tattoo on Thigh During Italian Boat Trip https://t.co/nRYPqALxf1 pic.twitter.com/caQmNbmABx
— Is Netflix Down (@Isnetflixdown01) August 3, 2023
Neither Russell nor Styles have confirmed or denied their rumored relationship at this time. Styles was most recently also rumored to be collaborating with Taylor Swift for “1989 (Taylor’s Version).” Russell’s play, “The Effect”, is now open to the public in London, England. Tickets are available here.