Sydney Sweeney and Glenn Powell Met Each Other for the First Time on a Zoom Call

Anyone But You is the rom-com that had us all feeling a little giddy in late 2023. The chemistry between Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell was so strong, it had everyone asking the same question: Are these two dating for real?

Before we could even ask, the two were out there making us believe they might be more than just on-screen lovers. However, their first meeting, long before the red carpets, interviews, and rumors started swirling, was actually over Zoom.

But even through a screen, there was something about their connection that was impossible to ignore. Let’s rewind a little. What exactly is the deal with those dating rumors that had everyone talking? Stick with us as we break it all down!

Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell first met on Zoom

When you think about a movie romance, you probably picture two people meeting in person, at some glamorous Hollywood event, or maybe at a cute coffee shop. But for Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, their first meeting was way less classic than that.

They met on Zoom. Sweeney and Powell didn’t meet face-to-face before they started working together on Anyone But You. They had a Zoom call, just like the ones we all have when we want to avoid traffic or wear pajamas while pretending to be productive.

Sweeney has since shared how she felt about that first interaction. Even though they were separated by a screen, she could immediately feel Powell’s warm and energetic vibe. As the actress wrote in Entertainment Weekly: 

The first time I properly met Glen Powell was over Zoom, and even through a screen, his warm, personable energy was palpable. He exudes charisma, passion, and an infectious love for storytelling that makes you lean in and want to be part of his world.

The 27-year-old continued: 

From the very beginning, it was clear that Glen isn’t just a talented actor — he’s a force of nature and a true collaborator.

And if we’re being honest, we could feel that energy too, just watching them on screen together. It was clear from the start that there was something between them, even if it wasn’t a romance… at least not yet.

Sydney Sweeney called Glen Powell a “rare gem”

In a heartfelt tribute to Glen Powell, Sydney Sweeney revealed that their time together on set was one of the most memorable experiences of her career. And no, we’re not just talking about the chemistry on screen. This was about something deeper.

Sweeney praised Powell for being more than just a scene partner—he was a “real partner” in every sense of the word. He wasn’t just there to deliver lines. He was there for her, to support her in every way. According to the Hollywood beauty: 

On set, he’s not just a scene partner — he’s a real partner. He looks you in the eyes, and in that moment, you know you can do anything together. We trusted each other implicitly, and that bond translated into every frame of the film. And yes, I tested that trust — literally. I’d randomly throw trust falls at him just to see if he had my back. He never let me down. 

Sweeney even called Powell a “rare gem,” saying she didn’t know if she’d ever have an experience like that again. If we were Powell, we’d be incredibly flattered right now.

When we fell for Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell’s dating rumors

From the very start of their press tour for Anyone But You, fans couldn’t stop speculating. Sweeney and Powell had major chemistry—both on-screen and off. Interviews, red carpets, behind-the-scenes photos—they were always together, looking super cozy.

So naturally, the internet went wild with rumors that they were dating in real life. And to make things more complicated, Powell had just broken up with his long-time girlfriend, model Gigi Paris, right around the time they started filming.

Meanwhile, Sweeney’s own love life seemed a little quiet. She was rarely seen out with her fiancé, Jonathan Davino, leading fans to wonder if she and Powell were secretly a couple. But hold on—because Powell himself shut down the idea of a romance. 

In an interview with The New York Times, the actor admitted that all of the chemistry everyone was seeing wasn’t just about real feelings. According to him, it was all part of the marketing plan for the movie. As he said:

The two things that you have to sell a rom-com are fun and chemistry. Sydney and I have a ton of fun together, and we have a ton of effortless chemistry. That’s people wanting what’s on the screen off the screen, and sometimes you just have to lean into it a bit—and it worked wonderfully. Sydney is very smart.

Powell seemed to laugh off the rumors, calling them “wonderful” but clearly not true. He told the outlet, “It worked wonderfully” admitting that he and Sweeney were simply leaning into the romantic tension to help sell the movie. So, while their chemistry was as real as it gets on screen, it wasn’t exactly a real-life romance.

So, who are Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell dating right now?

Sydney Sweeney is engaged to Jonathan Davino. The couple has been together since 2018, and in 2022, Davino popped the question. Despite all the hype surrounding the actress’ rumored romance with Powell, she’s been keeping her relationship with Davino pretty private.

In fact, Sweeney told Glamour UK that Davino is more than just her fiancé—he’s also her business partner. They co-produced Anyone But You together, and Davino has been by her side through every step of her career. They clearly have a great partnership, and Sweeney’s not afraid to gush about him. She said:

It’s really great to work with someone who knows you so well, who fully supports your ideas, your vision and your voice…And it’s nice. I mean, who doesn’t want to be with their best friend all the time?

As for Powell, he’s currently single after breaking up with Gigi Paris in early 2023. He’s had a few notable relationships in the past, including with Nina Dobrev and Renee Bargh, but right now, it looks like the Top Gun: Maverick star is focusing on his career and keeping his personal life under wraps.