Dakota Johnson and Role Model Turn Up the Heat with Public PDA in Los Angeles
Dakota Johnson and musician Role Model are showing no signs of slowing down in their romance. The pair were seen sharing affectionate moments while out in Los Angeles on Friday night, according to TMZ.
The couple were pictured embracing and kissing in a Los Feliz parking lot, clearly enjoying each other’s company. Tucker Pillsbury, known professionally as Role Model, held Johnson close before breaking into a big smile, highlighting the chemistry between them.
The couple continued their night at Little Dom’s restaurant with friends, holding hands, laughing, and showing off their connection. TMZ noted that the PDA was hard to miss, with Johnson and Role Model openly displaying their affection throughout the evening.
Dakota Johnson and Role Model are still going strong … making their romance known by smooching each other while out in Los Angeles Friday night! (🎥 Backgrid)
— TMZ (@TMZ) April 5, 2026
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This romance first made headlines in December when the two were spotted on a cozy, candlelit dinner date. Johnson’s relationship with Role Model followed her split from Coldplay’s Chris Martin in mid-2025, ending an eight-year relationship. Role Model, for his part, had previously ended things with influencer Emma Chamberlain in 2023.
“They really seem happy and comfortable together,” an onlooker told TMZ, highlighting the ease between the couple. Johnson, who previously dated musicians Noah Gersh and Matthew Hitt, as well as actor Jordan Masterson, seems to have found a new spark with Role Model.
It looks like Dakota Johnson and Role Model are enjoying every moment of their relationship, making it clear they are very much into each other.
It’s fun to see celebrities openly enjoying their love lives, especially after long-term relationships come to an end. What do you think about Dakota and Role Model’s relationship? Share your thoughts in the comments.