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Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler's Complete Relationship Timeline

After three years together, Hollywood’s couple officially called it quits. See their entire relationship history. 

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Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler's relationship was a defining moment in modern pop culture, fueled by their undeniable star power and charisma. Gerber, who is celebrated for her stunning looks and dominance in the modeling world (and more recently, acting), seemed like the perfect match for Butler, who had solidified his status as one of Hollywood’s most sought-after leading men. Together, they embodied the glamour and allure of a classic Hollywood romance, captivating fans with their appearances together at major events like the Met Gala and Cannes Film Festival.

Their relationship also sparked envy across the internet, particularly given Gerber’s impressive dating history. Before her romance with Butler, she was linked to another movie star, Jacob Elordi, further cementing her status as a romantic muse to some of the entertainment industry’s brightest talents. 

However, after nearly three years of dating, reports surfaced January 2025 that the couple has decided to part ways. L'OFFICIEL looks back at their relationship, from its early whispers to the bittersweet news of their split. Keep scrolling to discover their relationship history and dating timeline.

December 2021 

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After her breakup with Jacob Elordi in November 2021, Gerber sparked romance rumors with Butler when they were seen attending a yoga class together in L.A. Photos obtained by paparazzi show the pair casually walking side by side. However, later in the month, reports circulated that the two spent the holidays together. Let the whirlwind of their romance commence. 

January 2022 

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After the holidays, the new couple made their relationship even more apparent when they were spotted strolling through L.A. hand in hand while walking Gerber's dog. Nothing says “official” quite like a hand-holding moment in public. 

March 2022 

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After dating for about three months, Gerber and Butler officially went public with their relationship at W Magazine's annual Best Performances party ahead of the Oscars. Inside the event, W Magazine captured a sweet moment of Butler planting a kiss on Gerber's cheek, further confirming their romance.

May 2022 

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For those not keeping tabs on Hollywood’s hottest couples, the 2022 Met Gala made it official: Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler were an item. The duo turned heads as they arrived together, posing for photos and exuding an Old Hollywood picture-perfect couple. 

Later that month, Gerber showed her support for Butler at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, where the couple shared a subtle yet chic display of affection for the cameras.

January 2023 

After Butler won a Golden Globe, he and Gerber celebrated backstage with a passionate kiss. That night, a TikTok video captured the couple kissing and walking arm-in-arm, radiating happiness. For the ceremony, Butler donned a sleek black tuxedo, while Gerber stunned in a long black gown paired with a matching clutch purse.

March 2023 

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It's clear Gerber was more than happy to support Butler throughout their relationship, with her often being his plus-one to big events. After Butler’s big night at the Oscars, where he earned a Best Actor nomination for his role in Elvis, the couple attended the Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty

April 2023 

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Named one of Time's most influential figures of the year, Butler hit the red carpet with Gerber by his side. The model stunned in a sleek, form-fitting gray dress, while the Elvis star exuded charm in a sharp black double-breasted suit.

January 2025 

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Early January, the internet buzzed with reports that Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler quietly ended their relationship in late 2024, just before the new year. While neither of their representatives has provided a reason for the split, fans have been speculating about what could have led Hollywood’s favorite young couple to part ways.

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