Emily Ratajkowski Confirms Romance with Dua Lipa's Ex

Model goes Instagram official with French director Romain Gavras

Feb. 28, 2026 at 4:15am

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Emily Ratajkowski has made her new relationship with French director Romain Gavras Instagram official, sharing a series of loved-up photos with her new boyfriend. Gavras previously dated pop star Dua Lipa, while Ratajkowski was previously married to movie producer Sebastian Bear-McClard.

Why it matters

Ratajkowski's dating life has been a subject of public interest, especially since her high-profile divorce. This new relationship with Gavras, who has directed films and music videos, adds another chapter to the model's personal life that fans are eager to follow.

The details

The photos shared by Ratajkowski show the couple kissing, posing in the snow in New York City, and dining together at a restaurant. Gavras, a French director known for films like "Athena" and music videos for artists like Jay-Z and M.I.A., was previously in a relationship with singer Dua Lipa. Ratajkowski was previously married to movie producer Sebastian Bear-McClard, with whom she shares a young son.

  • Ratajkowski and Gavras were first spotted together in New York City in November 2025.
  • Ratajkowski shared the Instagram photos confirming their relationship on February 19, 2026.

The players

Emily Ratajkowski

A model and actress known for her high-profile relationships and personal life.

Romain Gavras

A French director who has worked on films like "Athena" and music videos for artists like Jay-Z and M.I.A.

Dua Lipa

A popular British pop singer who previously dated Romain Gavras.

Sebastian Bear-McClard

A movie producer who was previously married to Emily Ratajkowski.

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What they’re saying

“I still like men. I just have zero straight men in my life, unless they're a romantic interest. In the hierarchy of needs, that's at the top of the pyramid, which is nice. [Men are] pleasure and fun, but not a part of my core. The rest of my life is community with other women and queer people, and being a mom.”

— Emily Ratajkowski

“So, it seems that a lot of young ladies are getting divorced before they turn 30. As someone who got married at 26 [who] has been separated for a little over a year [at] 32, I have to tell you, I don't think there's anything better.”

— Emily Ratajkowski

The takeaway

Ratajkowski's new relationship with Gavras, coming after her high-profile divorce, continues to fuel public interest in the model's personal life. Her openness about prioritizing independence and community with women and LGBTQ+ people over traditional relationships also provides insight into her evolving perspective on love and dating.