Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin have ended their on-again, off-again relationship after eight years, sources confirmed to People magazine. “This time, it feels like the end,” one insider revealed about the couple’s split.
The Fifty Shades of Grey star and the Coldplay frontman were seen together as recently as May 16 in Malibu, sparking speculation they were still going strong. Earlier this year, in January, they were spotted holding hands in India during Martin’s band tour. Their romance began back in 2017.
So, what led to Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin’s breakup?
No official reason has been disclosed for their latest separation. However, insiders have previously commented on the couple’s fluctuating relationship. In March 2024, a source told People that the two had been engaged for several years. Although engagement rumors surfaced in 2020, they reportedly had no immediate plans to tie the knot.
In August 2024, breakup rumors circulated again, but Johnson’s representative quickly dismissed them, stating the couple was “happily together.” Around that time, a source told People, “Sure, they’ve faced challenges and taken breaks before, but things are good now. They both love their careers and are doing their best to balance everything.”
Back in June 2024, another insider confirmed the pair had their ups and downs but were “definitely back on.” Throughout their relationship, Johnson and Martin have maintained a low profile.
Meanwhile, Johnson is gearing up for the release of her new film, Materialists, hitting theaters on June 13. She stars alongside Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal in this romantic drama. While promoting the movie, Johnson shared her thoughts on relationships with the Los Angeles Times, reflecting on societal expectations: “We’ve been so quick to judge how relationships should look, when people should marry, and how many times it’s acceptable. Divorce is often seen as negative, but why? Why must people follow these rules? It doesn’t really matter.”
