Chris Martin Calls Dakota Johnson One Of His ‘Best Friends’ Amid Breakup Rumours – News18

Last Updated:December 21, 2024, 18:45 IST

Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson have been (reportedly) dating for over seven years.

Hollywood actress Dakota Johnson and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin have been at the centre of media attention for some time, especially following reports of their alleged breakup. Now, Chris Martin’s comments hint that they are still very much together. In a recent interview, the 47-year-old not only called Dakota Johnson one of his “best friends” but also seemed to address rumours about their separation.

Speaking to Rolling Stone, Chris Martin shared his line-up of best friends, naming the Madame Web actress along with his bandmates and even his kids. “Phil (Harvey), Dakota (Johnson), Jonny (Buckland), Will (Champion), and Guy (Berryman),” he said, while also mentioning his band’s manager and his kids, Apple Martin and Moses Martin, whom he shares with ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow.

During the interview, Chris Martin referred to Dakota Johnson multiple times, even revealing that they had recently listened to Kacey Musgraves’ Golden Hour together just a few days ago. The singer also expressed his reluctance to discuss his relationship, explaining that it wasn’t solely his story to share. “It is important to say that romance is such a big factor in everything, even though it feels right to keep it precious and private; I’m not denying its power,” he added.

Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson’s relationship updates

According to media reports, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson have been in a relationship for several years, having first met in 2017. There are also rumours that the couple got engaged some time ago, though neither has confirmed this. In August 2024, a rumour surfaced suggesting that Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson had split.

A representative quickly dismissed the claims when speaking to E! News, stating, “It was not true. They are happily together.”

Despite their efforts to keep their relationship private, and amid the break-up rumours, both Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin have consistently shown their affection for one another. The Madame Web star once told Vanity Fair that they never really left each other, while in 2021, Chris Martin made a heartfelt gesture by dedicating his song, Universe, to Dakota, saying, “This is about my universe, and she’s here.”