Dakota Johnson and Role Model Appear to Be Dating

The relationship between Dakota Johnson and Role Model (Tucker Pillsbury) appears to be progressing, with growing evidence suggesting they are officially dating.

Early Signs and Initial Confirmation

In June 2025, Dakota Johnson made a spoken-word cameo on Role Model’s song “Love I You” from his album Chuck Timely & the Hourglass. Shortly after, Nylon magazine reported that Role Model admitted to being together with Johnson, despite initial attempts to resolve their differences.

Growing Evidence of a Relationship

Throughout November 2025, sources indicated Dakota was dating again and seemed happier following her split with Chris Martin. December 2025 saw reports of them enjoying a candlelit dinner together with friends, with sources describing Johnson lying on Role Model during the evening. January 2026 brought further sightings of the couple in Los Angeles, including photos of them holding hands after a dinner date, as reported by Deuxmoi.

Continued Confirmation and Public Support

Despite initial rumors of a potential fizzle, sources in March 2026 confirmed that Dakota and Role Model were still going strong, describing them as “completely fine and just very chill homebodies.” April 2026 witnessed a full-on kiss in a Los Feliz parking lot, followed by Melanie Griffith’s endorsement of Role Model.

Recent Developments

In August 2026, Role Model confirmed that Dakota provided the female voice on “Love I You,” a song featuring a flirty exchange between him and her.