Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi have fuelled further interest in their relationship after stepping out hand-in-hand for a romantic dinner in London, marking one of their most public appearances together since dating speculation began earlier this year.
The 30-year-old model and 29-year-old Australian actor were photographed leaving China Tang restaurant on August 20 following the London premiere of Elordi’s latest film, The Dog Stars. Although Jenner did not accompany Elordi on the premiere red carpet, the pair reunited afterwards for dinner and were seen holding hands as they left the restaurant, offering another indication that their previously low-key relationship is becoming increasingly public.
Date follows film premiere
Elordi had spent the evening promoting The Dog Stars, Ridley Scott’s upcoming post-apocalyptic film, before joining Jenner for their dinner outing. Photographs from the night showed Jenner in a fitted grey midi dress paired with black accessories, while Elordi opted for a dark ensemble after changing out of the suit he had worn to the premiere. The pair later continued their evening in London, with their appearance quickly attracting attention online.
Their latest outing came after another dinner in the British capital, when Jenner and Elordi were spotted at Cipriani with the actor’s father. Jenner had opted for a more casual look on that occasion, wearing an oversized blue shirt over a white top with black trousers, while Elordi appeared in a green jacket and jeans. The family dinner further fuelled suggestions that the relationship has progressed beyond a casual romance.
Romance rumours began at Coachella
Jenner and Elordi have known each other for several years and move in overlapping celebrity circles, but speculation about a romance intensified during Coachella in April. Reports at the time claimed the two had been seen kissing at an after-party following Justin Bieber’s performance. They had also been photographed speaking at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in March, shortly before reports emerged that they had privately been spending time together.
Their relationship has since unfolded through a series of appearances in different parts of the world. The two have reportedly holidayed together in Hawaii, travelled to Tokyo and spent time with Elordi’s family in Australia. They have also been seen alongside Jenner’s sister Kylie Jenner and her partner Timothée Chalamet, further strengthening speculation that their relationship has become serious.
Keeping romance largely private
Despite the increasing frequency of their public appearances, neither Jenner nor Elordi has extensively discussed the relationship. Both have traditionally kept their romantic lives relatively private, and they have so far avoided making their relationship a major part of their public profiles.
Jenner had spoken earlier this year about wanting to focus more on herself after spending much of her twenties navigating relationships in the public eye. Elordi, meanwhile, has previously been romantically linked with Olivia Jade Giannulli, Kaia Gerber and his Euphoria co-star Zendaya.
Their decision not to appear together on the Dog Stars red carpet appeared consistent with that approach. Jenner supported Elordi during his London visit but stayed away from the official premiere photographs, leaving the actor to pose with his co-stars before joining him later in the evening.
Elordi prepares for new release
The London trip comes during a busy professional period for Elordi. The Dog Stars, directed by Scott, is scheduled for release on August 28 and places the actor at the centre of another major Hollywood production following a string of high-profile performances.
For Jenner and Elordi, however, their latest London appearance has ensured attention extends beyond the movie. Months after the first reports of a romance emerged, the sight of the pair walking hand-in-hand after dinner has offered one of the clearest public glimpses yet of a relationship they have largely chosen to keep away from the spotlight.