Much like how relationships begin and end quietly in everyday life, celebrity relationships also come with their own share of highs and lows—just with a lot more public attention. One such relationship that has recently ended is between comedian Pete Davidson and actress Madelyn Cline. After nearly a year of dating, the two stars have reportedly split up. And unlike the rumors that often swirl around such breakups, this one seems to have ended quite peacefully.
Pete Davidson, known for his roles on Saturday Night Live and his public romances, was last linked with Madelyn Cline, the rising star of Netflix’s Outer Banks. Their relationship, though short-lived, drew public interest because of both their celebrity status and the mystery surrounding their romance. The two managed to keep their dating life mostly under wraps during the time they were together. They were rarely seen in public and never made any red carpet appearances together.
Despite the minimal public exposure, their romance was confirmed in late 2023. They were first rumored to be dating in September of that year after both had come out of previous relationships—Pete with actress Chase Sui Wonders and Madelyn with singer Jackson Guthy. Not long after, the whispers grew louder, and confirmation arrived that the two were indeed a couple.
They seemed like a strong pair, and insiders claimed that their independence was what helped their relationship thrive. In April 2024, a source told Us Weekly that Pete and Madelyn were “very much in love.” It was said that they gave each other enough space to miss one another, which apparently helped maintain balance. The source added that both stars appreciated having a relationship that didn’t interfere with their personal growth.
However, by July 2024, news broke that the couple had gone their separate ways. Reports claimed the breakup was amicable, with no major drama involved. According to sources who spoke to The Sun and Entertainment Tonight, the relationship had been “on and off” for months. Eventually, it just fizzled out—a tale that’s all too familiar, even outside of Hollywood.
What’s interesting is how private the couple kept things. Unlike other high-profile celebrity couples, Pete and Madelyn avoided public events and rarely posted about each other. They were only photographed together a handful of times, one of which was when they were spotted leaving one of Pete’s comedy shows in January 2024 in Philadelphia. Their subtlety gave them a certain mystique, making fans even more curious.
They never made any formal announcement about being together, and it’s unlikely they’ll say anything official about the breakup either. This makes sense, considering their entire relationship was based on keeping things low-key and away from public speculation. Still, fans and media outlets have continued to piece together a timeline of their romance and subsequent breakup.
Madelyn Cline, for her part, hasn’t shied away from poking fun at her dating life. In a September 2024 interview with Nylon, she laughed off the public’s obsession with her love life. When asked what it was like dating someone whose relationships always made headlines, she quipped, “The jokes write themselves.” That humorous approach suggests she’s handling the breakup just fine and possibly with a sense of relief.
Before dating Pete, Madelyn was in a relationship with Jackson Guthy, a singer-songwriter. Their relationship became public in December 2022 when they started appearing on each other’s social media. Things seemed serious until May 2023, when Jackson posted a kissing photo with Madelyn, to which she commented, “Ayo???” But shortly after, fans noticed that Madelyn had unfollowed him on Instagram, sparking breakup rumors.
Jackson wasn’t her first public romance. Madelyn previously dated her Outer Banks co-star Chase Stokes. That relationship had also attracted a lot of attention, given that the two shared both a real-life and on-screen romance. They dated for over a year before parting ways in 2021. Despite their breakup, Madelyn and Chase have remained professional while working on the show together.
During a 2021 appearance on The Talk, Madelyn spoke about how she and Chase prepared to work together again after breaking up. She emphasized that professionalism was key and said they had set ground rules to ensure their personal history wouldn’t interfere with their work. “It wasn’t hard at all,” she said, expressing admiration for how they handled the situation.
Meanwhile, Pete Davidson’s romantic history has always attracted public fascination. Before Madelyn, he had been linked to multiple celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, and Kaia Gerber. Each of those relationships received intense media coverage, which has now become somewhat of a pattern in Pete’s life. However, with Madelyn, things were noticeably quieter.

Some say this low-profile relationship might have been a response to Pete’s previous high-profile romances. Others believe it was simply the couple’s personal preference to keep things private. Either way, it seemed to work for a while—until it didn’t. As of now, there’s no official comment from either party regarding the reasons for the split or what their current relationship status is.
For now, both Pete and Madelyn appear to be focusing on their careers. Pete continues to tour as a stand-up comedian and work on various projects in television and film. Madelyn is busy with her acting commitments, including her work on Outer Banks and other roles she’s taken on recently. Their breakup hasn’t affected their public appearances or professional life so far.
What we can gather from this short yet captivating relationship is that celebrity love stories often mirror those of ordinary people—filled with excitement at the start and sometimes ending without fireworks. While the public may never get all the answers, the way Pete and Madelyn handled their relationship—with privacy, independence, and respect—stands out in an industry known for oversharing.
Whether or not they’ll cross paths again romantically remains to be seen, but for now, it’s safe to say they’ve both moved on. Breakups happen, and not all of them need to be messy or dramatic. In this case, the quiet goodbye seems to have worked best for both of them. Fans may continue to speculate, but the story, at least for now, appears to be closed.
In the end, Pete Davidson and Madelyn Cline’s relationship, while brief and mostly under the radar, captured public interest for all the right reasons. They were private, respectful, and focused on maintaining healthy boundaries. If nothing else, their time together shows that even in the spotlight, it’s possible to keep things grounded—until they naturally drift apart.