Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi's Relationship Timeline

Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi's rumored romance began in April 2026. Sources indicated that they had been spending private time together for months leading up to public sightings. The pair has since been seen on trips to Hawaii and Japan, further fueling speculation about their relationship.

At the start of her 29th year, Kendall Jenner expressed a desire to focus on herself after what she described as "a lot" of relationships in her twenties. She mentioned a commitment to remaining open to new connections that felt right for her, prioritizing a year of self-discovery. However, by the spring of 2026, Jenner appeared to have found a significant connection with Australian actor Jacob Elordi.

The first hints of their dating surfaced at Coachella. By May 2026, these rumors gained traction as Jenner and Elordi were photographed together during a trip to Hawaii. Shortly after, they were seen in Los Angeles with Jenner's sister, Kylie, and her partner, actor Timothée Chalamet.

Sources revealed to People and Entertainment Tonight around this time that Jenner and Elordi had been discreetly spending time together for several months. Their connection, however, has a longer history.

The timeline of their interactions:

• February 2026: Elordi and Jenner were first seen together in Paris with a group of friends, with photos circulating on social media. At this time, Jenner was reportedly linked to Devin Booker, and Elordi was in an on-again, off-again relationship with Olivia Jade Giannulli. A source confirmed to Entertainment Tonight in February 2026 that Giannulli had moved on from Elordi.
• November 2026: People reported that Elordi attended Jenner's birthday party.
• March 15, 2026: Jenner and Elordi were photographed conversing at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
• April 11, 2026: Dating rumors between Elordi and Jenner intensified after they were reportedly seen making out at Justin Bieber's after-party during the first weekend of Coachella. However, no direct photos of them together emerged from the event.
• April 21, 2026: A source told People that Jenner and Elordi had been spending time together privately for weeks leading up to Coachella, describing their interactions as "getting to know each other."
• April 23, 2026: Entertainment Tonight quoted a source who revealed a mutual romantic interest between Jenner and Elordi. The insider stated that they had developed an attraction and flirtation over the preceding months, noting that it was "fun for Kendall to have a new crush" and that their connection was "easy" due to their similar low-key personalities and career seriousness.
• May 15, 2026: Photos surfaced of Jenner and Elordi having breakfast together in Kauai, Hawaii, during a private trip. People reported their return to Los Angeles the day prior, indicating they had come home from the Hawaiian getaway.
• May 16, 2026: Jenner and Elordi were seen out in Los Angeles with Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet, leaving a Fanatics party. Elordi drove, with Jenner in the passenger seat and Chalamet and their friend Renell Medrano in the back.
• May 18, 2026: TMZ obtained a photo of Jenner and Elordi on a private beach in Kauai from the previous weekend, describing it as a "cute little date" with "obvious" chemistry, despite the absence of public displays of affection. A source also told People that the two couples (Jenner/Elordi and Kylie/Chalamet) were on good terms, enjoying each other's company due to similar personalities and lifestyles. Kylie Jenner was reportedly excited about Kendall's relationship with Elordi.
• May 26, 2026: A source told Entertainment Tonight that Elordi had pursued Jenner, who had developed strong feelings for him. The insider described their relationship as "new and casual" but noted Jenner found Elordi "incredibly hot and smart." Jenner's family, particularly Kylie, was supportive and found their double dates enjoyable.
• June 1, 2026: Jenner and Elordi took a trip to Tokyo, where they dined at Udon Shin. The restaurant shared a photo of the couple on Instagram.
• June 2, 2026: Tokyo pizza restaurant Seirinkan also shared a photo of Jenner and Elordi during their visit.
• June 23, 2026: The couple was photographed walking a dog together in Byron Bay, Australia, marking their first public appearance in Elordi's home country.
• June 30, 2026: A source informed People that while Jenner and Elordi were spending increasing amounts of time together, Elordi had not yet been formally introduced to all members of Jenner's extended family. The family was aware of Kendall's happiness and was generally supportive.
• July 4, 2026: Jenner and Elordi were seen in Idaho with Justin and Hailey Bieber, enjoying a speedboat ride on a lake.
• July 23, 2026: A source told Entertainment Tonight that Kendall expressed she was "in love with Jacob" and felt he was "everything she’s been looking for," comparing their relationship to a movie. She was reportedly happier than she had been in a long time, and Elordi's thoughtful gestures made her feel cared for. Kylie Jenner was reportedly thrilled to see her sister so happy and hoped the relationship would last.
• July 24, 2026: Jenner and Elordi attended a Chris Stapleton concert in George, Washington, and were seen interacting in the VIP section.
• August 20, 2026: Jenner and Elordi were photographed holding hands after a dinner date in London, where they were attending the premiere of Elordi's film, The Dog Stars.