Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin breakup after eight years has officially been confirmed, ending the long-running relationship between the Coldplay frontman and the acclaimed actress, according to reports on June 4. The two stars, who had been together since 2017, had recently been seen together in Malibu—where they had made a home since 2021—just weeks before news of their split emerged.
Deciding to Go Separate Ways
People magazine shared that 48-year-old Chris Martin and 35-year-old Dakota Johnson are no longer a couple, following years of maintaining a famously private romance. The news comes on the heels of their latest joint appearance in mid-May in Malibu, a location tied closely to their recent chapter together. Representatives have been contacted for further comment, but no official statements have been made.
A Look Back at Their Private Relationship
Their relationship began quietly in 2017, and throughout their time together, Johnson and Martin often kept their personal lives away from public scrutiny. Reports in 2024 suggested that the pair had even been engaged in secret for years, yet without rushing toward a wedding ceremony. Despite their privacy, there were rare glimpses into their romance.
One memorable occasion for fans occurred in January 2022, when Chris Martin made a surprise appearance on a Zoom call as Johnson promoted a film project. A few months earlier, he acknowledged Johnson while on stage at a Coldplay concert in London, pausing before the crowd and stating:
This is about my universe, and she’s here,
—Chris Martin, Coldplay frontman
The actress also revealed to Elle UK in December 2021 how both she and Martin valued time spent away from the spotlight:
We’ve been together for quite a while, and we go out sometimes, but we both work so much that it’s nice to be at home and be cozy and private,
—Dakota Johnson, Actress
Most of the partying takes place inside my house.
—Dakota Johnson, Actress
Family Connections and Previous Relationships
Before her well-known relationship with Martin, Johnson was linked to actor Jordan Masterson and musician Matthew Hitt. Chris Martin, prior to Johnson, was married to Gwyneth Paltrow between 2003 and 2014, and the former couple have two children together: their 21-year-old daughter, Apple, and their 19-year-old son, Moses. Speaking about her bond with Martin’s kids, Johnson told Bustle in 2024:
I love those kids like my life depends on it. With all my heart.
—Dakota Johnson, Actress
What’s Next for Chris Martin and Coldplay
The end of Johnson and Martin’s relationship comes as Coldplay is experiencing major success on their Music of the Spheres Tour, which topped the Billboard Top Tours chart in April after a string of profitable shows in Asia. According to Billboard Boxscore, the band grossed $67.4 million from 502,000 tickets sold during their Asian concerts. Coldplay’s latest album, Moon Music, also reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart following its release in October.
As both stars move forward, their fans and the entertainment world will likely keep a close watch on what comes next for Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin following their notable breakup after eight years together. Their relationship, marked by privacy and genuine warmth, leaves an imprint on their personal narratives and the broader celebrity landscape.
