Austin Butler and Emily Ratajkowski have fans wondering if they're the next big Hollywood couple. The actor and model were making their rounds on social media this weekend after they were photographed grabbing cocktails in New York City on what looked like a date.
The duo had drinks on Friday night at the Waverly Inn, and they seemed to be enjoying each other’s presence. Both 34, she sipped on a martini while he enjoyed an old-fashioned. Butler looked like a very good active listener as he stared into her eyes.
They didn’t seem to care about the inevitable headlines they would make, either. A source told Page Six they sat "in a big half booth in the center of the restaurant for everyone to see." “His arm was kind of around her, and he kept nodding at what she said," the insider continued.
DeuxMoi was one of the first to share the photos, saying they were "very giggly and cute" and "had a ton of food." TMZ, however, says that they did not eat at the restaurant. But in one of the photos posted by DeuxMoi, the Elvis star does seem to have a fork in his hand. Small but important details for those who care about food.
It’s not the first time they’ve been spotted together. Matt Weinberger shared a gallery of photos from the Caught Stealing NYC premiere afterparty, and Butler can be seen leaning over, talking to Emrata.
Romance and rumors
Their date night comes after speculation that he was dating his Caught Stealing co-star Zoë Kravitz. However, she has now been linked to Harry Styles, with the couple going public last week.
Butler has been single since his relationship with Kaia Gerber ended in late 2024. As for Ratajkowski, she is undoubtedly one of the hottest bachelorettes in Hollywood.
She was married to producer Sebastian Bear-McClard from 2018 to 2022 and they share Sylvester Apollo Bear, 4. She’s since been linked to Brad Pitt, Orazio Rispo, Pete Davidson, Jack Greer, Eric Andre, Styles, and, most recently, Shaboozey.
Of course, the Styles and Kravitz crossover did not go unnoticed. Even though there has never been confirmation between Butler and his co-star, people on social media have said that the entertainers "switched" girls.
Of course, Emrata and Butler could just be friends. Time will tell if we see them on another date.