Laura Harrier first won over audiences as the smart, poised Liz in “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” but her journey to Hollywood success started long before she swapped runways for movie sets. Born and raised in Chicago, Harrier began her career as a model, making a name for herself in fashion before turning her focus to acting. It’s a transition that can sound cliché, but she’s proof it takes more than just looks to break out – her breakout role in Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” proved she’s got real dramatic firepower, and critics took notice.
Despite her rising fame, Harrier has managed to keep much of her off-screen life refreshingly out of the tabloids. She glides through red carpets in old-school Bottega Veneta or whatever the moment demands, always looking like she just invented “effortless cool.” But you won’t see her posting every brunch or beach selfie – she seems far more interested in substance than splash. When Harrier does speak out, it’s often in the service of causes close to her heart, whether it’s advocating for diversity in media or mental health awareness, rather than promoting herself.
The Private Life of Laura Harrier
Of course, when you’re ascending in Hollywood, your love life inevitably draws attention. Still, Harrier has deftly drawn the line between public and private, only sharing what she chooses. Her relationships, when they do surface in the media, tend to surprise fans expecting her to date only A-listers – she follows her own compass, not the rumor mill.
Most recently, Harrier was engaged to fashion consultant Sam Jarou. Their relationship, which began around 2021, seemed to fly under the radar until Harrier herself announced their engagement in a 2022 Cosmopolitan interview. “It was really simple and sweet in Paris,” she said, describing the proposal with a perfect blend of romance and restraint. Lately, though, whispers in the press hint that she and Jarou might have split, but – true to form – neither has commented.
Go back a bit and you’ll find Harrier’s headline-making relationship with NBA superstar Klay Thompson. From 2018 to 2019, the two made a striking pair – Harrier eternally chic, Thompson the Warriors’ sharpshooter – but they mainly kept their private moments just that: private. Earlier in 2018, she was linked to actor Justin Theroux, soon after his split from Jennifer Aniston. The “evidence”? A handful of fashion event appearances together, which is Hollywood shorthand for “maybe, maybe not.” Neither ever confirmed anything, and the moment quietly faded.
Before those high-profile rumors, Harrier dated musician Ian Longwell around 2014-2015. If you’re sensing a pattern – she doesn’t overshare, the paparazzi don’t get much – you’re right. Her taste seems wide-ranging, but her discretion is constant.
Inevitable as sunrises, there have been other rumors: that she dated Chris Evans after they crossed paths at an event, or that there was something romantic with Michael B. Jordan when they were working on projects in the same season. Harrier, not surprisingly, hasn’t fed the gossip, letting the speculation run out of steam on its own.
Peeking out from behind all the quiet, though, are occasional clues about how Harrier thinks about relationships. In 2020, she shared in an interview: “I’ve learned that connection isn’t about finding someone who fits some checklist. It’s much more organic than that.” It’s the kind of sentiment that rings true – especially for someone navigating Hollywood’s glare.
Past Relationships
Sam Jarou
Klay Thompson
Justin Theroux
Ian Longwell
Gabriel Florenz
Calvin Harris
The Notorious B.I.G.
Today, whether she’s single, newly engaged, or somewhere in between, Harrier’s focus is unmistakably on her craft. With a handful of intriguing projects on the way, she seems determined to be known for her work, not her headlines. And as much as fans might crave more Insta-updates or red carpet drama, Harrier’s refusal to play by the usual rules is what continues to make her so compelling, both on screen and off.