Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Hollywood actress Dakota Johnson is back in the public spotlight following news of her split from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in June 2025.
This breakup marked the end of an eight-year relationship that was often filled with ups and downs.
Now, Dakota Johnson is reportedly turning the page on her love life.Shortly after her split, Dakota Johnson sparked dating rumors with a young musician named Role Model, whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury.
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Their close relationship was revealed after they were seen having dinner with friends in a friendly atmosphere in late December 2025.
Sources close to her stated that Johnson feels lighter and more at peace after her so-called "final" breakup with Chris Martin.
Dakota Johnson was recently seen having dinner with Tucker Pillsbury (Role Model) and some friends. pic.twitter.com/qmiOW3hdo4
— Dakota Johnson Updates (@dakotaj_updates) December 29, 2025
Rumors of Dating a Young Musical Role Model
In late December 2025, Dakota Johnson sparked dating rumors with singer Role Model, whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury.
This rumor emerged after the two were spotted having dinner with friends in a very intimate setting, which immidiately became a hot topic among fans and the entertainment media.
Sources reported that Dakota Johnson and the role model were seen "hugging" and "very close" during the dinner, fueling speculation of a romantic relationship.
Their intimate interactions indicated more than just friendship.
36-year-old Dakota Johnson is rumored to be close to the 28-year-old role model, highlighting their eight-year age difference.
Prior to this rumor, the role model was known to have dated influencer Emma Chamberlain, but the relationship ended in 2023.
Now, all eyes are on Dakota Johnson and her possible romance with the young musician.
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A Long Relationship with Chris Martin
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin first started dating in October 2017, beginning a romance that lasted eight years.
The two even got engaged, demonstrating the seriousness of their relationship.
The couple was frequently seen together at various events and became one of the most high-profile celebrity couples.
However, their relationship wasn't always smooth sailing and was described as "on-again, off-again" throughout those eight years.
This dynamic was often the subject of media speculation, although the two rarely spoke publicly about the details of their relationship.
In August 2024, rumors circulated that Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin had split, but Johnson's representatives quickly denied the rumors.
At the time, they asserted that the two were "happy together," dismissing any speculation.
Official Separation and a New Chapter
Despite initial denials, Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin officially separated in June 2025.
Sources close to the couple confirmed that the split was "final this time," indicating that there was no longer a chance of them getting back together.
Several reports indicated that the age difference was a major contributing factor to their split.
Dakota Johnson, 36, and Chris Martin, older, allegedly had different outlooks and priorities in life.
Following the breakup, Dakota Johnson began to show signs of recovery and happiness.
In November 2025, sources stated that Johnson was "slowly dating again" and feeling "lighter and more at peace."
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