Liputan6.com, Jakarta - After the United States men's ice hockey team's dramatic victory at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, public attention focused not only on the gold medal, but also on the personal life of one of its heroes, Jack Hughes that was rumored to be dating Tate McRae.
The New Jersey Devils star scored the historic winning goal, ending the United States' long wait for a medal since the "Miracle on Ice" in 1980.
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Amid the euphoria of the victory, rumors resurfaced about his romantic relationship with Canadian singer-songwriter Tate McRae.
This speculation had been circulating since late 2025, but it intensified after Hughes took home the gold medal.
Tate McRae, known for hits like "You Broke Me First" and "Greedy," is said to have a special bond with Hughes.
Tate McRae and Jack Hughes Romance Rumors
Rumors of a romantic relationship between Tate McRae and Jack Hughes began circulating in November 2025.
The two were first seen having dinner together at Anton's in New York City's West Village on November 21, 2025.
The rumors intensified when Tate McRae was seen attending a New Jersey Devils game in December 2025, shortly after Hughes returned from a thumb injury.
Her presence at Hughes' team's game and photos of them walking together in New York City the following day further fueled the suspicion of a special bond between the two.
After Hughes won the Olympic gold medal in February 2026, these dating rumors became a hot topic again.
Although Tate McRae was not seen in the Olympic Village, she posted a photo from Paris, France, the week before her gold medal win.
An exclusive source even confirmed to Deuxmoi on February 13, 2026, that Jack and Tate were "officially dating."
However, to date, neither Hughes nor Tate McRae has issued an official statement confirming or denying their relationship.
👀 Tate McRae and NHL star Jack Hughes were cozy on a walk in NYC after the Devils game. https://t.co/ZUDO6oKFic pic.twitter.com/OGq97kzQ3c
— TMZ (@TMZ) December 22, 2025
Tate McRae's Brilliant Career
Tate Rosner McRae, born on July 1, 2003, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, began her career as a dancer and even became the first Canadian finalist on "So You Think You Can Dance" in 2016 at the age of thirteen.
Her major breakthrough came in 2020 with the single "You Broke Me First," which was certified 5x Platinum by the RIAA and amassed over 2.5 billion streams.
Her debut studio album, "I Used to Think I Could Fly" (2022), reached the Top 10 in several countries and reached number one on Spotify's Global Top Albums Debut Chart.
The 2023 single "Greedy" further catapulted her to fame, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100.
McRae also received her first Grammy nomination for "Just Keep Watching" in the Best Dance Pop Recording category, demonstrating recognition for her work.
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Jack Hughes, Olympic Gold Medalist Ice Hockey Star
Jack Rowden Hughes, born on May 14, 2001, in Orlando, Florida, USA, is a professional ice hockey player who currently plays center and alternate captain for the New Jersey Devils of the NHL.
His talent was evident early on, holding the records for assists and points in the U.S. National Team Development Program.
Hughes was selected first overall in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, marking the beginning of a stellar professional career.
His professional career continued to rise, culminating in the 2022-23 season when he recorded career-highs of 43 goals, 56 assists, and 99 points, leading the Devils to a third-place finish in the NHL.
The pinnacle of his international career came at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.
On February 22, 2026, Hughes became the hero, scoring the winning goal in overtime, securing the gold medal for the U.S. Men's Ice Hockey Team.
The 2-1 victory over Canada in the final was a historic moment, ending the U.S. men's ice hockey team's 46-year Olympic gold medal drought.
Hughes' winning goal came at the 1:41 mark of a 3-on-3 overtime match, despite having lost several teeth from a high stick hit earlier.