Dakota Johnson is stepping into a new chapter. The 36‑year‑old actress was spotted enjoying a candlelit dinner with 28‑year‑old pop star Role Model (real name Tucker Pillsbury), just seven months after her split from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin.
Onlookers told TMZ the pair looked “very close” during the meal, with Dakota reportedly “lying on him all cuddled up.” Photos showed them sitting side by side, chatting with friends across the table, sparking speculation that Dakota may be moving on romantically.
Who Is Role Model?
Role Model is best known for his music career and his past relationship with influencer Emma Chamberlain, which ended in 2023. His breakup reportedly inspired his album Kansas Anymore.
Beyond music, he’s also branching into acting. He’s set to star in Lena Dunham’s upcoming rom‑com Good Sex alongside Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo, scheduled for release in 2027.
Dakota’s Past With Chris Martin
Dakota and Chris Martin, 48, had an on‑off relationship for eight years. They were even engaged at one point before officially ending things in June 2025. Sources said Dakota was “devastated” by the split, especially because she had grown close to Chris’s children, Apple (21) and Moses (19), from his marriage to Gwyneth Paltrow.
Insiders revealed that the couple’s 13‑year age gap and differing views on children often caused tension. Despite the breakup, Dakota reportedly wanted Chris’s kids to know she would always be there for them. READ-The Daily Routine of a Fitness Model: Workout, Diet, and Mindset Explained
A Fresh Start
Dakota’s cozy dinner with Role Model suggests she may be ready to move forward. While neither has confirmed a relationship, the sighting has fans buzzing about a possible new romance.
For Dakota, the evening marks a shift from heartbreak to hope — a chance to embrace new connections after years of ups and downs with Chris Martin.
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