Rosalía has been keeping fans on their toes ever since the release of LUX, her long-awaited album that she describes as “the result of a long, demanding, and deeply personal process.”
In a candid conversation on the COUCH podcast with Lena Mahfouf, better known as Lena Situations, the Spanish superstar revealed a rarely discussed reason behind the album’s delay, commenting on a brief romance that completely diverted her creative focus.
© Backgrid/The Grosby Group“When I finished the tour, I was seeing someone and remember feeling inspired to write them letters. I even watched Sorrentino films and wrote analyses for that person,” Rosalía shared, recounting a post-tour period that pulled her away from her music.
But as her romantic energy grew, so did the realization that her focus had shifted too far. “And then I remember thinking, ‘Wait, why am I doing all this for someone else? I should be working on my album, working on myself.’”
© MEGAThe timing and details of Rosalía’s comments have fueled speculation that the Catalan singer is referring to her short-lived relationship with Jeremy Allen White, best known for his breakout role in 'The Bear.'
Though neither officially confirmed the romance, their public outings and candid moments suggested a connection between late 2023 and mid-2024.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupFans even pointed to photographs showing Jeremy holding a letter labeled “FOR JEREMY,” seemingly confirming fan theories.
For both, the romance followed high-profile breakups. Jeremy had recently divorced actress Addison Timlin, and Rosalía had ended her engagement to singer Rauw Alejandro.
© Backgrid/The Grosby Group“They shared certain passions, but the relationship lacked a deeper connection,” a source told US Weekly. “Their communication wasn’t what it needed to be. The decision to break up was mutual. They aren’t friends but have no ill will toward each other.” Despite the split, White recently praised Rosalía during a red-carpet interview, saying, “Rosa, Rosalía, I love so much, she’s wonderful.”
As for Jeremy Allen White, his life has moved forward as well. In September 2025, he was photographed in Los Angeles with his 'The Bear' co-star Molly Gordon.
© Backgrid/The Grosby Group“They didn’t start hanging out romantically until a few weeks ago,” a source told People. “She spends time at his house. They go on lunch dates and seem to have a great time. They’re affectionate, often in deep conversations, and seem curious to get to know each other better.”
Meanwhile, his kind words about Rosalía suggest that their brief chapter left a lasting impression. With LUX finally out, fans can hear the culmination of her journey during the last years of her successful career.
