17 of the Greatest, Most Over-the-Top Celebrity Summer Romances
17 of the Greatest, Most Over-the-Top Celebrity Summer Romances
Summer lovin' had them a blast, summer lovin' happened so fast. Celebrities have been known to engage in a summer fling or two—and subsequently overshare it with the rest of us. It's a special brand of relationship that takes shape in the heat, and many of them fall flat once autumn arrives. But for those few sun-kissed months, it felt like it would last forever. As the summer season winds down, here's a look at the greatest over-the-top celebrity summer romances, some of which are still going strong.
Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston
The Hiddleswift romance of summer 2016 sets the bar high. Nearly every aspect of their relationship was documented after an infamous dance-off at the Met Gala in May. Tom and Taylor cuddled on cliffs in Rhode Island, met each other's families, and threw the most insane Fourth of July bash ever.
Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston
But by September, Swift was off in a "Getaway Car." Years later, the actor still has to fend off questions about their fun in the sun.
Zac Efron and Michelle Rodriguez
This pair broke up after two eventful months together in summer 2014, reportedly because Rodriguez wasn't over ex Cara Delevingne.
Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin
The summer of 2018 gifted the world with three high-profile summer romances. Two of the couples are still together, including Justin and Hailey.
Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin
The pair officially kicked off their relationship in July, spotted everywhere, sometimes mugging for the paparazzi and other times crying. Mere days after Baldwin wiped ex Shawn Mendes from her Instagram, Bieber proposed.
Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin
Here's hoping the summer of 2019 ends with a public spectacle of a wedding.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson
Pete and Ari's relationship, from May to October 2018, was a walking pop culture reference. Without their summer love, would we have BDE, Piggy Smallz, or "Thank U, Next"? And for this relationship, we're so thankful.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson
Even though this ultra-public pair didn't last, Davidson rebounded just as openly with Kate Beckinsale months later.
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello
One of the latest over-the-top celeb relationships is between Shawn and Camila. After collaborating on the song "Se?orita" and showcasing some major chemistry in the music video, the two started dating.
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello
They quickly graduated from the "just friends" or "duet partners only" phase of their relationship to making out in public. Only time will tell if this couple outlasts the summer.
Selena Gomez and The Weeknd
Technically, Selena and The Weeknd started dating at the beginning of 2017. However, their relationship truly began to heat up during the summer.
Selena Gomez and The Weeknd
They kissed on the Met Gala red carpet, imprinted themselves all over the other's social media, and were back to their respective exes (Bieber, Bella Hadid) by fall.
Selena Gomez and The Weeknd
However, The Weeknd seemingly took to #SadBoyFall quite naturally.
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
Yes, TomKat was married for six years and had a child together. But, they are most fondly remembered for the insane period that was summer 2005.
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
Jumping on Oprah's couch. Getting engaged after eight weeks. Making out at movie premieres. Holmes converting to Scientology. All of this happened within ONE MONTH.
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
In many ways, Tom and Katie set the mold for what a high-profile celebrity couple looks like.
Justin Bieber and Sofia Richie
Before finding love with Hailey and Scott Disick, respectively, these two had quite the relationship from August to September 2016.
Justin Bieber and Sofia Richie
There were public dates, professions of love on IG, and international vacations. But once Selena Gomez started drama in the comments section, this couple was headed for a split.
Bella Thorne and Scott Disick
May you never forget the 10 days in May 2017 when Scott Disick and Bella Thorne entered into a highly-publicized relationship, before quickly exiting.
Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez
In the summer of 2009, Kate Hudson became a permanent fixture at Yankee Stadium. She cheered Alex Rodriguez on from the stands all summer long ahead of the team's World Series win in November. The following month, the couple threw in the towel.
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas
Priyanka and Nick were another closely-watched couple of summer 2018. After meeting at the 2017 Met Gala (where all great couples begin, evidently) the two dated around the globe.
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas
Engaged after a few months, the pair's multiple weddings proved to be as publicized as their initial romance.
Gigi Hadid and Joe Jonas
Are you really a JoBro if you haven't indulged in a major summer romance? Joe Jonas and Gigi Hadid dated from June to November 2015.
Gigi Hadid and Joe Jonas
They spent their summer boating with Jonas's ex Swift and her then-boyfriend Calvin Harris. And their killer couple name was given by none other than Cara Delevingne: G.I. Joe.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
Ever since becoming official in 2017, A-Rod and J.Lo don't shy away from the PDA—or gushy Instagram posts.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
Now that Rodriguez is retired from baseball, his summers are free to spend with Lopez. He even proposed to her on the beach in March.
Rihanna and Drake
The world had speculated about Drake and Rihann's friendship for years, but in the summer of 2016 their public displays said it all. There were flirty Instagram posts, onstage kisses, and Drake's profession of love for RiRi during the VMAs.
Rihanna and Drake
By the fall, Drake was linked to Jennifer Lopez, but at one point he was most definitely in his feelings.
Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams
Some epic summer relationship moments were born from The Notebook's seasonal love affair.
Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams
None was more memorable than Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams accepting the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss with an onstage lip lock.
Taylor Swift and Conor Kennedy
For a few months in 2012, Swift fully committed to the "I'm-dating-a-Kennedy" aesthetic. There were Jackie-O-inspired ensembles, walks through the Hamptons, and, who could forget, the vintage bathing suits. They had quietly split by October of that year.
Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn
Jennifer Aniston's first relationship after her highly-publicized divorce from Brad Pitt was bound to get press attention. And her summer 2006 outings with her The Break-Up co-star Vince Vaughn made for a super compelling narrative.
Summer lovin' had them a blast.