Who is Emilia Clarke dating? (Boyfriend & Relationship History)
Emilia Clarke’s love life has often been a topic of fascination, with rumors and brief romances fueling curiosity among her fans. Here’s a look at the Game of Thrones star’s past relationships and rumored boyfriends.
Who is Emilia Clarke dating now?
As of now, Emilia Clarke is believed to be single and not currently dating anyone.
In 2018, Clarke was romantically linked to screenwriter Charlie McDowell. She shared a mysterious shadowy photo on Instagram with the caption, “Well, that was a birthday I won’t be forgetting in a while,” sparking dating rumors. McDowell also posted the same image, adding to the speculation by writing, “Happy Birthday, E.” Clarke further fueled the rumors by crediting McDowell for a beach photo. The two were seen strolling together later that year, but the relationship appeared to be short-lived. By 2019, McDowell had unfollowed Clarke on Instagram, signaling the end of their romance.
McDowell went on to marry actress Lily Collins in 2021.
Emilia Clarke’s dating history
Throughout her career, Clarke has been linked to several high-profile names.
In 2012, she was rumored to be dating Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane. Their relationship reportedly faced challenges due to long distance, as a source told E! News. They eventually parted ways, but Clarke later referenced the relationship in an interview with Glamour, discussing the challenges of public scrutiny.
In 2013, Clarke was spotted with actor James Franco at an art fair, leading to rumors of a romance. However, this connection was short-lived, and nothing substantial came of it.
Clarke was briefly linked to actor Cory Michael Smith in 2014, though there was little evidence of a serious relationship. A source later clarified that they were just friends, despite being seen dancing together at the Vanity Fair Oscars party that year.
Rumors also swirled around Clarke and her Terminator Genisys co-star Jai Courtney in 2014. However, Courtney shut down the speculation, stating in an interview that he was single at the time.
Despite the numerous rumors, Clarke has largely kept her personal life private, choosing to focus on her thriving acting career instead of her love life.
