New couple Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun stepped out hand in hand this week, proving that what began as quiet chemistry is now a full-blown connection. The duo, who sparked rumors after spending time at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s June wedding in Venice, seem to be growing closer by the day.
The pair was seen walking out of an NYC office building recently. Sweeney was all smiles in a fashion-forward look, which consisted of a gray pinstripe minidress with an oversized collared shirt and black heels. Braun, meanwhile, kept things laid-back in green trousers, a white tee, and a dark cardigan.
© AeonTheir latest outing follows a series of sightings across LA and New York. From a date night at Jon & Vinny’s to casual gallery visits and even a fun moment at Halloween Horror Nights, the two haven’t been shy about spending time together. Last week, they were even seen holding hands during a double date with her parents.
“They are dating and it has become more serious. Still not putting a label on it, but Sydney has been having a lot of fun with Scooter,” a source told Us Weekly earlier this month. Another insider added, “It’s not a casual relationship. It’s game on—it’s full throttle. They are together.”
© AeonThe relationship appears to have picked up momentum over the summer. Back in September, Sweeney rang in her 28th birthday with an intergalactic-themed party in Los Angeles. Despite their coordinated presence, a partygoer claimed, “She’s very private.”
But behind the scenes, things have apparently shifted. “He really, really likes her,” one source close to Braun told Page Six, adding they’ve “never” heard him sound like this about anyone before.
© XNY/Star MaxIt wasn’t always obvious. A source said Braun initially hesitated because of their age gap, but was ultimately drawn to Sweeney’s confidence and warmth. “Syd was intrigued—Scooter’s a charmer. He’s confident, but also sweet and very attentive,” a source shared. “He’s not really her type, but she enjoyed the attention.”
© Instar Images/The Grosby GroupThat attention appears to have turned into admiration. According to insiders, Braun has played a unique role in Sweeney’s life, offering more than just romance. “Scooter has introduced her to new perspectives, especially when it comes to business,” said one source. “Sydney has been soaking up the knowledge he brings from working across so many different sectors and industries.”
Another added, “She respects his drive and ambition, which has inspired her in her own life.” It’s a fresh chapter for both. Braun finalized his divorce from Yael Cohen in 2022 after seven years of marriage and three children.
© Instar Images/The Grosby GroupThis is Braun’s first serious public relationship since the divorce. “It’s not like this is the first person he’s dated, but it’s the first person he’s gone public with,” said someone close to him.
Sweeney, for her part, ended a nearly seven-year relationship with producer Jonathan Davino earlier this year. Sources said the breakup stemmed from “major issues” in what was described as an “incredibly toxic” relationship.
© Instar Images/The Grosby Group“What really stood out to Sydney was at Jeff Bezos’s wedding. Everyone else was trying to hit on her, but Scooter wasn’t,” said a source. “That’s what caught her attention and made her feel like his intentions were real.”
Insiders describe the relationship as “easy and natural,” with mutual respect on both sides, and Braun has reportedly already met Sweeney’s parents.
There’s no official word on whether she’s met his kids. And while the pairing might seem unexpected, those close to the duo insist it works. “It’s kind of random, for sure,” one source admitted. “[But] sometimes those pairings work," a source told Page Six.
