Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge Hard Launched Their Relationship in the Most Iconic Way (2024)

If you need a reason to believe in love, look no further than Olivia Rodrigo and Louis Partridge. There is nothing Sour about this relationship. In fact, Rodrigo, known for her heartbreak ballads, seems to have bared a more romantic, lovey-dovey side to her artistry since coupling up with the English heartthrob. (Alexa, play "So American" by Olivia Rodrigo.)

The star pair first sparked romance rumors after they were spotted wrapping their arms around one another at a Halloween party in London, Partridge's home city. Since then, they haven't been able to keep their hands off each other—like, at all (they were even caught in the middle of a handsy make out session at a gas station once). Since October 2023, they've only proved to be the sweetest of sweethearts, with the Enola Holmes actor cheering from the audience at Rodrigo's shows and Rodrigo looking on lovingly as Partridge took in his moment at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. Not to mention, they hard launched their relationship in the most iconic way. Read ahead for every affectionate moment they've shared.

October 2023: They spark romance rumors.

During a trip to London with her best friend Conan Gray, Rodrigo was spotted out with Partridge. The two were captured engaging in some sweet PDA, wrapping their arms around each other, while dressed up in Halloween costumes.

“She has spent a few days in the capital hanging out with them all, but it’s been Louis who she has been inseparable from,” a source told The Sun. “They have been [out] for dinners and nights out. They hit a club together on Friday night and were acting very couple-y. It’s really sweet to see her happy.”

The insider added that they began dating after meeting through mutual friends earlier in the year.

December 8, 2023: Louis Partridge supports Olivia Rodrigo at Jingle Ball.

Although their relationship status was not yet confirmed, Partridge was playing the part of supportive boyfriend exceptionally well. In a video posted to iHeartRadio's Instagram account, he was captured cheering, singing, and dancing along to Rodrigo's hit "All-American Bitch" next to her friends Gray and Madison Hu.

December 9, 2023: They leave the SNL after-party together.

Rodrigo and Partridge were captured leaving the Saturday Night Live after-party, following her musical guest appearance on the show. A video posted to X (previously known as Twitter) shows them getting into the same car.

December 14, 2023: They share a passionate kiss.

The couple sealed the deal when they were photographed by the Daily Mail making out at a gas station in New York City. In the snaps, they tightly embrace, laugh, and smile, while showing off their coordinating fall style.

February 23, 2024: Louis Partridge attends Olivia Rodrigo's 'Guts' show.

The Enola Holmes star showed up loud and proud to the opening night of Rodrigo's Guts world tour. Videos from the night captured Partridge enjoying the show with Rodrigo's friend Iris Apatow; in one, fans were convinced he whispered, "She looks beautiful," while Rodrigo was singing "Traitor." He later posted a photo of his girl to his Instagram Story with the caption, "So so so so good."

March 17, 2024: Louis Partridge opens up about their relationship.

Partridge opened up about having a bunch of eyes on his relationship with Rodrigo.

“Dating probably shouldn’t be done in the public eye,” he told British Vogue. “There’s enough going on between two people. You don’t need the voices of thousands of others in your head. I think she’s got it a lot worse than I have. I can be a bit of a normal person. She’s got tons and tons of eyes on her case.”

He continued to say he tries his best to tune out the noise: “If there’s a load of people nattering in a room about you, you can choose to put your ear to the door to hear what they say or not. I think you’re probably better off not letting curiosity get the better of you.”

March 22, 2024: Olivia Rodrigo releases "So American."

Months after dropping her sophomore album Guts, Rodrigo released an extended version of the record that included a new track, "So American." In the ballad, she sings about a seemingly non-American boy, who fans speculate is Partridge, teasing her for her American tendencies, habits, and qualities.

In the chorus she sings: “Oh God, I'm gonna marry him / If he keeps this shit up / I might just be in love.”

April 19, 2024: They enjoy a dinner date in L.A.

After her surprise appearance at Coachella on stage with No Doubt, Rodrigo capped off her eventful day with a romantic dinner with her man. The two were spotted waiting for their car post-meal in coordinated checker-pattern outfits.

April 30, 2024: Olivia Rodrigo sings she's "in love."

During her concert in Dublin, Ireland, Rodrigo had a sweet surprise for Partridge, who was in the audience.

During the studio version of "So American," Rodrigo's lyrics read, “I don’t wanna assume this stuff / But ain’t it love? / Think I’m in love.” However, while on stage, Rodrigo changed the lyric to sing "Cause I'm in love," which doubled as a cheeky update on their relationship.

May 8, 2024: They make their social media debut.

Well, kind of. Rodrigo had a big announcement to share in May 2024—her Asia and Australia tour dates—and she enlisted the help of none other than Partridge. In a video shared to her TikTok account, Rodrigo is filmed walking through a park with Partridge behind the camera, who shouts out various cities. For each one, Rodrigo exclaims, "When?" as tour dates display on screen.

August 30, 2024: They hard-launch their relationship at Venice Film Festival.

These two know how to make a statement. Rodrigo and Partridge hand launched their relationship by walking the red carpet together at the Venice International Film Festival. Partridge's limited series Disclaimer was showcased at the event.

In a video shared to X, Rodrigo is seen being the most supportive girlfriend, filming Partridge as he is applauded while wearing a huge smile.

November 3, 2024: Olivia Rodrigo debuts a new "L" initial necklace.

During a visit to Manchester for a Premier League match, Rodrigo had some new bling on display: a sweet "L" initial necklace. She attended the game alongside Partridge and paired her sentimental accessory with a black T-shirt and a mustard yellow coat.