From Disney star to chart-topping pop sensation, Olivia Rodrigo’s rise has been a whirlwind. Born in Murrieta, California on February 20, 2003, Olivia first captured our attention on Disney’s “Bizaardvark” and later with her starring role in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.” But everything changed with the release of “drivers license” – the heartbreak anthem that seemed to sweep through everyone’s playlists overnight and launched her into music stardom.
What really sets Olivia apart isn’t just her catchy melodies or her star power – it’s the vulnerability threaded through her lyrics. She writes much of her own music, drawing openly from personal moments, and there’s a rawness in the way she delivers a line about heartbreak that feels instantly relatable. Her debut album, “SOUR,” not only broke streaming records but also established her as an artist capable of transforming teenage angst into tracks that resonate with people of all ages.
The stories behind the songs have captivated fans too, particularly when it comes to Olivia’s love life. Lately, she’s been linked with British actor Louis Partridge (best known for “Enola Holmes”). The two reportedly started dating in October 2023, occasionally popping up together in public but mostly keeping things private and chill. There’s something very down-to-earth about how she handles relationships – perhaps because almost everyone she’s dated has some connection to the entertainment industry. Maybe it just helps having a partner who understands what it means to live in the spotlight.
Looking back on her rumored and confirmed relationships, it’s clear Olivia doesn’t rush into things or invite drama, preferring to let her music do most of the talking:
– Louis Partridge (2023-present): Their relationship is still pretty new. They’ve been seen together on casual outings, but both seem to value privacy.
– Zack Bia (early to mid-2022): Olivia and the music producer dated for several months, staying mostly under the radar before quietly going their separate ways.
– Adam Faze (mid to late 2021): The pair made a splashy appearance at the “Space Jam 2” premiere, but their relationship ended not long after – possibly due to Olivia’s increasingly packed schedule.
– Joshua Bassett (2019-2020): This remains her most high-profile relationship, partly because their apparent breakup played out across social media and, arguably, through several of Olivia’s biggest songs on “SOUR.” Fans have dissected every lyric and Instagram comment for clues.
Of course, not every rumor has panned out. Fans have speculated about a possible romance with close friend and fellow artist Conan Gray, but both have insisted they’re just friends. There was also buzz around Ethan Wacker from her “Bizaardvark” days, but nothing official ever came of that either.
If there’s a theme tying together how Olivia navigates love and fame, it might be summed up by something she said in an interview a couple of years ago: “Heartbreak is universal, but writing about it helps me heal.” That honesty is probably why her breakup songs hit so hard – they don’t come across as manufactured drama but as the messy, real feelings we’ve all had at some point.
Past Relationships
Louis Partridge
Zack Bia
Adam Faze
Joshua Bassett
Ethan Wacker
What makes Olivia Rodrigo stand out isn’t just her talent or her pop culture presence, but her authenticity. She manages to take very specific, personal stories – her own heartbreak, her own hopefulness – and transform them into anthems that feel like they belong to everyone. For now, fans are just along for the ride, waiting to see what – and who – inspires her next.
