Dakota Johnson And Role Model: New Romance Brewing In The City Of Angels?

  • By Jasmine
  • Jan. 19, 2026, 8 a.m.

The Hollywood Buzz: Dakota and Role Model's Enticing Dinners

Dakota Johnson has everyone in Tinseltown talking after her latest public appearances with musician Role Model. On a balmy evening on January 14, the pair were seen enjoying a cozy dinner in Los Angeles, a moment captured by the ever-watchful eyes of Deuxmoi's cameras. With Johnson's impeccable track record of sparking intrigue and Role Model's soaring music career, it's no wonder their night out is getting all the buzz.

This isn't the first time Dakota and Role Model, born Tucker Pillsbury, have been the subject of whispers. Just a few weeks prior, on December 29, the duo was captured by TMZ sharing a meal. This back-to-back sighting has fans and media alike wondering if there's more than friendship on the menu.

Dakota Johnson and Role Model Spark Dating Rumors After Second Sighting in Days

Dakota Johnson and Role Model Spark Dating Rumors After Second Sighting in Days

"Their chemistry is undeniable, and while they haven't confirmed anything, the repeated sightings have definitely turned up the heat," said a local source in Hollywood.

Love in the Air or Just Good Friends?

Neither Dakota nor Tucker have addressed these romance rumors head-on, but the intrigue around their possible relationship continues to grow. The timing also raises eyebrows because it follows Dakota's recent split from Coldplay's Chris Martin. After nearly eight years and a well-documented rollercoaster relationship, Dakota and Chris called it quits in June 2025. "They tried to make it work, but life goals got in the way," revealed an insider to The U.S. Sun.

On the other side of the romance aisle, Role Model has also seen his share of high-profile relationships. He was linked to YouTube sensation Emma Chamberlain for three years until 2023. With both Dakota and Tucker coming out of significant past relationships, the intrigue around their newfound companionship is palpable.

What's Next for Dakota and Role Model?

As Dakota and Tucker continue to be seen around the LA dining scene, fans and the media are eagerly waiting for any hints or confirmations about their relationship status. Whether this is just a budding friendship or something more romantic, only time will tell. In the meantime, Angelenos keep their eyes peeled for the next chapter in this unfolding Hollywood story.

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Jasmine Kwon covers the wildest headlines out of California — from OnlyFans controversies to late-night celebrity arrests. With roots in Koreatown and a radar for viral chaos, Jasmine is always two steps ahead of the next Hollywood meltdown.