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Updated Oct 14, 2024Look Back on Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's Year-Long Relationship Timeline
Sources say the pair are "on a break" as of December 2024.
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Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's relationship is officially over. On December 3, 2024, sources confirmed to People that the A-list duo put their romance on pause amid growing rumors of a separation. "They are both young and career-focused, so they've decided to take a break," the insider told the outlet. News of their split comes a year after they were first seen together.
So, who is Sabrina Carpenter's ex-boyfriend? We break down everything to know about actor Barry Keoghan and his romance with the "Espresso" singer, including their complete relationship timeline.
- Sabrina Carpenter dated Irish actor Barry Keoghan from December 2023 to December 2024.
- While unconfirmed, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan reportedly met at Paris Fashion Week in September 2023.
- After being photographed on several dinner dates in LA, Sabrina Carpenter and rumored boyfriend Barry Keoghan were photographed attending W Magazine's Grammy's after-party together in February 2024.
- In May 2024, Sabrina Carpenter and boyfriend Barry Keoghan made their red carpet debut as a couple at the Met Gala.
- After a whirlwind year-long romance, sources confirmed that Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan split in December 2024.
In this article:
- Who is Sabrina Carpeter's Ex-Boyfriend? Details About Barry Keoghan
- How Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Met
- Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's Relationship Timeline
Who is Sabrina Carpeter's Ex-Boyfriend? Details About Barry Keoghan
Sabrina Carpenter's ex-boyfriend is Barry Keoghan. You probably know the Irish actor from his breakout role in the 2023 psychological thriller Saltburn. The 32-year-old began acting in 2011 and gained mainstream notoriety after starring in movies like Dunkirk and The Green Knight. In 2022, he won a BAFTA and secured Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations for his role in The Banshees of Inisherin. He also stars alongside Austin Butler in the 2024 AppleTV+ series Masters of the Air.
Before his romance with Sabrina Carpenter, Barry Keoghan was in a relationship with Alyson Kierans. They share one child together, a son named Brando, who was born in 2022. In a profile with GQ, the actor confirmed that they split in mid-2023.
How Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Met
While it's unconfirmed exactly when and how Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan met, they reportedly crossed paths at Paris Fashion Week in September 2023.
Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's Relationship Timeline
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When did this buzzy romance begin? Look back on Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's relationship timeline, from September 2023 to December 2024.
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September 2023: Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Reportedly Meet at Paris Fashion Week
Although they weren't photographed together, it's rumored that Sabrina Carpenter and her alleged boyfriend met at a show during Paris Fashion Week in 2023.
December 2023: Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Are Photographed on a Dinner Date
The first official sighting of Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan came in December 2023, when they were photographed getting dinner together in Los Angeles.
Just days into the new year, the two were spotted on another date together, this time at an art gallery in the same neighborhood.
February 4, 2024: Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Attend a Grammys Party Together
Although Sabrina Carpenter walked the Grammy's red carpet solo, she wasn't alone for the whole night. After the awards show, she attended W Magazine's star-studded after-party at Bar Marmont with her rumored flame. In a photo shared on the brand's Instagram page, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan could be seen sitting next to each other inside the event, though the singer coyly covered her face by holding a drink up to the camera.
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February 12, 2024: Barry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter Are Seen Out in LA
Before Sabrina Carpenter left town to continue her stint as an opening act on Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, she was able to squeeze in one more date night. Just before Valentine's Day, Barry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter got dinner at Delilah in West Hollywood—and judging by the photos exclusively obtained by People, they looked as happy as can be. In the paparazzi shots, the two could be seen smiling and laughing as they headed to another bar.
March 2024: Barry Keoghan Supports Sabrina Carpenter at The Eras Tour
Eagle-eyed fans were quick to spot Barry Keoghan in the audience at The Eras Tour in Singapore, where he supported his rumored girlfriend's opening act performance. In a video shared on X, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan can be seen hugging backstage after her set.
March 2024: Sabrina Carpenter and Boyfriend Barry Keoghan Attend the Oscars After-Party Together
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Once Sabrina Carpenter's time in Singapore wrapped up, she was back in Los Angeles to attend the Oscars...with her S.O. by her side. Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan posted for photos at Vanity Fair's After-Party, where the actor could be seen rocking a "Sabrina" friendship bracelet.
May 2024: Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Attend the Met Gala
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The biggest night in fashion was also the biggest night in Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's relationship so far. Although the couple didn't walk in together, they did pose for photos at the top of the iconic Met Gala steps, marking their red carpet debut as a couple.
June 2024: Barry Keoghan Appears in Sabrina Carpenter's Music Video
Much to the delight of fans, Sabrina Carpenter's boyfriend Barry Keoghan appeared in her June 2024 music video for the single "Please Please Please." The two were cozied up throughout the short flick, with Carpeting belting lyrics poking fun at him, saying, "Don't bring me to tеars when I just did my makeup so nice / Heartbreak is one thing, my ego's another / I beg you, don't embarrass me, motherf—."
December 2024: Sources Confirm Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan's Breakup
A year after they were first spotted on a date, sources confirmed to People that Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan broke up. Referencing their busy schedules, the insider told the outlet that the two "decided to take a break."
