Sydney Sweeney confirms breakup and embraces single life, stepping into a new chapter after ending her engagement to Jonathan Davino. On May 31, during an interview with the Sunday Times, the Euphoria and White Lotus actress finally addressed the rumors surrounding their split, revealing her single status and sharing insights into her journey of rediscovery.
Sweeney Discusses Her Split and Embracing Independence
Sydney Sweeney, a prominent figure in both Euphoria and Echo Valley, has opened up publicly for the first time since her separation from Jonathan Davino. After seven years together, their breakup became public in March 2025 when multiple sources reported that the relationship and engagement had ended. Sweeney clarified her new single status, emphasizing the value she’s finding in this new phase of her life:
“I’m learning a lot about myself, spending more time with my friends,”
-Sydney Sweeney, Actress. She added, “And I’m loving it.”
The two first connected in 2018, maintaining a relatively private connection while occasionally stepping into the spotlight for shared career milestones, such as co-producing 2023’s Anyone But You, in which Sweeney starred opposite Glen Powell. Despite working closely, Sweeney consistently opted to keep her personal life out of the limelight, expressing in a 2022 interview,
“I don’t date people in the spotlight,”
and
“I don’t date actors or musicians or anyone in entertainment because I can just be normal Syd that way and it’s easiest.”
Looking Back at the Relationship’s Milestones
After initial public sightings at industry events in September and October 2018—including Hulu’s Emmy Party and a celebration in Beverly Hills—the couple’s connection grew more visible over time. In October 2019, Sweeney and Davino enjoyed a night out at a New York Knicks game, and by February 2022, the pair were seen sharing quiet moments at a flea market in West Hollywood, shortly before getting engaged.
Their dynamic, though intentionally low-profile, unfolded across memorable milestones: attending the Cannes Film Festival in May 2023, stepping out in coordinated looks at the Venice Film Festival that September, and walking Sydney’s dog Tank together in New York in early 2024. Even work and romance overlapped, and Sweeney described the synergy in 2023:
“It’s really great to work with someone who knows you so well, who fully supports your ideas, your vision and your voice.”
Addressing Rumors and Maintaining Close Friendships
Rumors around Sweeney’s onscreen chemistry with Anyone But You co-star Glen Powell surfaced throughout 2023. Both the actors and Glen’s mother, Cyndy Powell, repeatedly denied any offscreen romance, affirming their relationship as supportive and platonic. The friendship has endured, with Sweeney and Powell recently reuniting for his sister’s wedding in Texas, reflecting a strong mutual support. Sweeney has stated,
“It’s always beautiful to see people fall in love with characters and be really supportive of stuff that they see on screen,”
-Sydney Sweeney, Actress. She continued,
“Glen and I adore each other, so I think we were so happy for the reception of the film.”
Their bond, built over long working hours, appears genuinely close:
“When you spend so much time with someone, you become close and you talk to each other about anything,”
-Sydney Sweeney, Actress. She reflected further,
“So work, life, family, friends, he’s just there for me. I’m there for him.”
Building New Connections and Focusing on Self-Discovery
In her renewed single era, Sweeney has prioritized friendships and new experiences. She was seen spending time with Brandon Sklenar, her co-star from The Housemaid, at the Stagecoach music festival in Southern California. More notably, she has introduced a new companion into her life—a German Shepherd puppy named Sully Bear, joining her longtime dog, Tank. Sweeney introduced her new pup on social media:
“So far in our two weeks together he’s become my set best friend, my bowling partner, my nap buddy, mutual water enthusiast, and travel companion.”
-Sydney Sweeney, Actress.
Through time with friends, deepening bonds with peers like Glen Powell and Brandon Sklenar, and nurturing her connection with her dogs, Sweeney demonstrates a vibrant and passionate approach to navigating her single life. She reinforced her priorities regarding relationships, once expressing,
“I look for a best friend. I need to be able to be with someone who I can literally hang out with 24/7 and never get sick of and we laugh every single day,”
-Sydney Sweeney, Actress.
Reflecting on the Past and Moving Forward
Sweeney’s progression from private dates and international red carpets to a close partnership and eventual breakup with Jonathan Davino marks a significant evolution. Their story began with shared public outings, blossomed through collaborations, and was characterized by a deliberate separation of public and private identities. Even as both she and Davino remained in the public eye—attending events like the Cannes and Venice Film Festivals, and collaborating on projects—they prioritized authenticity in their connection and, ultimately, in their parting.
Now, as she embraces her independence and cherishes new routines, Sydney Sweeney embodies resilience and a fierce commitment to self-knowledge. With a slightly positive, emotional outlook, she offers an inspiring example of finding growth and joy in transformative moments. Her openness about her journey ensures she continues to capture attention, not just as a star of Euphoria or White Lotus, but as someone unafraid to discover, and celebrate, her own strength.
