Harry Styles' fans recently noticed billboards popping up in various cities, all pointing to a possible new album. Amid this, look back at his relationship with ex-girlfriend, Taylor Russell.
Harry Styles is one of the leading singer-songwriters of our generation. He became widely recognisable after his stint on the British music competition show, The X Factor. He officially began his music career in the industry as part of the former boy band, One Direction, in 2010. After staying in the band for five years, Harry went on to continue as a solo artist and has released three albums to date. Ever since the release of his third studio album, Harry's House, on May 20, 2022, and the successful conclusion of his concert tour titled Love On Tour, fans have been eagerly anticipating his next album.
Now, after a four-year musical silence, it seems that new music might finally be on the way, since fans started noticing billboards with one message, “we belong together,” popping up in several cities. Interestingly, behind the text is a photo from Harry Styles' final tour showcasing a packed stadium. With more cryptic hints all pointing at a potential HS4, many have started to wonder if his new music will reference his past relationships, particularly the one he had with actress, Taylor Russell. Amid this, let's take a look back at Harry and Taylor's relationship timeline.
Escaping the paparazzi might be easier than escaping eagle-eyed fans, especially if one is of Harry Styles' stature. This is why, when the global icon was hanging out with the Bones and All actress, Taylor Russell, at a gallery in London on June 21, 2023, it immediately caught fans' attention. TikTok user, @ellahodgkinson, was the first to share photos of the pair from the White Cube gallery, where Taylor can be seen looking effortlessly stylish in a classic white tank, baggy black jeans, accessorised with a black pair of sunglasses and a bright teal purse.
On the other hand, Harry kept it simple by wearing a white t-shirt, black trousers, a navy blue bomber jacket, and white sneakers. In one of the photos shared by the social media user, the duo might be holding hands while walking together, but we can't be too sure due to the angle. After the photos went viral, fans quickly started speculating that Harry and Taylor might be dating in secret.
Just a couple of days after Harry and Taylor's initial spotting, paparazzi cameras caught the actress visiting one of Harry's shows. TMZ was the first to publish the photos in question on July 8, 2023, where Taylor appears to be in a VIP tent at Harry's Love On Tour show, which was taking place at Vienna, Austria. Taylor enjoyed the concert wearing a beautiful white sleeveless dress featuring a low-cut V-shaped back and an A-line skirt covered with intricate lace details.
One day after Taylor attended Harry's Vienna concert, on July 9, 2023, a fan captured the star couple walking through the Austrian capital. It was clear that Harry was trying to keep a low profile by the way he was dressed. The singer was seen sporting a navy blue bomber jacket, a white tee, and khaki shorts. He paired them with a blue baseball cap, black sunglasses, and white Converse sneakers. Meanwhile, his alleged girlfriend, Taylor, could be seen wearing a baggy pair of trousers, a cropped top, Sambas, and a baseball cap similar to Harry's.
Harry Styles' last stop for his infamous Love On Tour concert series was in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Here, on July 22, 2023, Taylor could be seen supporting the singer from the crowd with the biggest smile on her face. A fan also captured a photo of the actress vibing to Harry's music.
Just like Taylor could be seen supporting the singer at his concerts, Harry also made the same effort for his girl. On August 9, 2023, he was seen at the opening-night gala of Taylor's play. Held at the National Theatre in London, this play in question was The Effect. According to reports, the duo were seen having a jolly time and cosying up to one another at an afterparty. As per photos obtained by The Daily Mail, Taylor had one of her hands placed on Harry's shoulder while he wrapped his arm around her waist. Later, a source revealed to Page Six that Harry also went to the actress's dressing room after her show. To quote the source:
“It looked like they were holding hands. Harry stayed by Taylor’s side the whole time. He introduced her to James [Corden] and was whispering to her and laughing and smiling.”
On November 9, 2023, Harry Styles and Taylor Russell attended a U2 concert together, which was held at Vegas' newly opened Sphere. The couple were photographed having a fun time on their date, listening to the music while standing cosily next to each other during the show. To mention, this outing was also the first time Harry debuted his iconic buzz cut, which sent the internet into a frenzy at the time.
Fast-forward to May 3, 2024: a source close to Harry Styles and Taylor Russell told People that things between the two were getting “fairly serious”. Not only this, but they also claimed that Harry and Taylor shared the same interests and revealed that the pair had previously “travelled together [and] spend time in England.” Unfortunately, just a few weeks later, on May 20, 2024, it was confirmed that the couple had split up. This news was first reported by The Sun.
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