Have you been riding the emotional wave from the Eras Tour and still find yourself drawn to fan edits of Normal People, prepare yourself for some potentially shocking news. Gracie Abrams and Paul Mescal might just be an item.
According to the Daily Mail, the singer and the actor have been seen together in London, where insiders describe them as exhibiting a very affectionate demeanor, including frequent kissing. Their public outings in Mayfair included intimate moments such as hand-holding, and another day featured Mescal with his arm around Abrams while she playfully nibbled his hand—adorably sweet, if not a little endearing.
Their romance appears to have been bubbling beneath the surface all summer. Back in June, TMZ captured them in what seemed like a deeply personal discussion at a London eatery, with Mescal tenderly touching Abrams’s cheek. A month later, the Sun reported they were spotted shopping together, a sight confirmed by subsequent Daily Mail photos showing them enjoying their time in high-end shops on Bond Street.
People magazine, following up on the Daily Mail’s report, mentioned that while Abrams and Mescal’s relationship is indeed in its early stages, they’ve been “hooking up,” urging everyone to stay cool about it.
Adding more intrigue, Deuxmoi hinted last October about a possible connection between Abrams and Mescal. While these rumors should be taken with caution, they add fuel to the fire. Fans on the Gracie Abrams subreddit even speculate that her latest album, The Secret of Us, might be inspired by her experiences with Mescal.
It’ll be interesting to see how their story unfolds—perhaps Mescal will catch one of Abrams’s shows in Canada, and who knows if he’ll cross paths with Taylor Swift’s inner circle given his history. Stay tuned for updates in the ever-evolving Taylor Swift and Sally Rooney universe.