Jacob Elordi and Kaia Gerber, who previously dated for about a year from 2020 to 2021, recently reunited in a friendly manner at Cara Delevingne’s star-studded birthday party on August 5. The event took place at Los Angeles’ renowned Chateau Marmont, where several notable figures including Margot Robbie, Selena Gomez, Colman Domingo, and Paris Hilton gathered to celebrate Cara’s 33rd birthday on August 12. Although Kaia and Jacob attended separately, their presence at this high-profile occasion marked a heartening Jacob Elordi Kaia Gerber reunion.
Reflecting on Their Past Relationship and Its Impact
Though their relationship lasted only about a year, Kaia Gerber has openly shared how meaningful her time with Jacob Elordi was. In May 2021, she told Vogue about the significance of being in a trusting and safe relationship, emphasizing the new perspective it gave her on love.
“Being able to be with someone I trust, where we don’t want anything from each other, having a safe, steady relationship like that,”
she said,
“has really opened my eyes to the possibilities of love and what it feels like to love without conditions.”
—Kaia Gerber
Kaia also distinguished between lust and love during the interview, explaining,
“Lust is touching other people or wanting them, but love is really seeing someone.”
—Kaia Gerber
Jacob Elordi has also reflected positively on their time together. Shortly after their breakup, he credited Kaia with teaching him how to manage life in the public eye. “She handles herself wonderfully publicly,” the Kissing Booth star said.
“And I’ve learned so much from her about how to handle it, how to deal with it and just kind of be whatever about it, you know?”
Life After Their Breakup: New Relationships and Continued Growth
Both actors have since moved on in their personal lives. Kaia Gerber has recently been linked romantically to Marvel actor Lewis Pullman following her split from Austin Butler earlier this year. Jacob Elordi, meanwhile, has maintained an on-and-off relationship with Olivia Jade Giannulli since late 2021.
When Elordi’s film The Narrow Road to the Deep North premiered in April, Olivia Jade showed her support by liking numerous posts related to the project. The couple also celebrated Olivia’s 25th birthday in September in Sardinia, Italy, alongside her family. Despite occasional public glimpses, they prefer to keep their relationship largely private.
Olivia Jade spoke about handling life in the spotlight during a 2023 interview with E! News, saying,
“I think just be very self-aware and very aware of what you’re putting out there and really owning that. I’m more than blessed, and I have a beautiful life and a lot of people have it really hard.”
—Olivia Jade Giannulli
Celebrity Exes Who Maintain Supportive Post-Breakup Relationships
Kaia Gerber and Jacob Elordi are far from alone in maintaining amicable relationships after their breakups. Many other well-known couples have demonstrated how ex-partners can remain supportive, respectful, and even collaborative as they move forward separately.
Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt’s Evolving Friendship
Though Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt are not rekindling their romance, they frequently appear together in friendly and playful contexts. From birthday celebrations to a surprise virtual reading of Fast Times at Ridgemont High, their ongoing camaraderie keeps fans intrigued despite their well-known history.
Sarah Silverman and Jimmy Kimmel’s Comfortable Dynamic
Sarah Silverman exemplifies a friendly ex by stopping by Jimmy Kimmel’s show and teasing him about his wife Molly. She joked,
“She gets, like, new woke Jimmy. I had Man Show Jimmy.”
—Sarah Silverman
Chris Pratt and Anna Faris: Continued Mutual Support
Despite their split, Chris Pratt and Anna Faris have remained supportive co-parents to their son Jack. When Pratt married Katherine Schwarzenegger in 2019, Anna even offered to officiate the ceremony and sent gifts after their daughter Lyla was born, underscoring their ongoing positive relationship.
Tarek El Moussa and Christina Hall’s Collaborative Co-Parenting
More than four years after their divorce, Tarek El Moussa and Christina Hall continue to successfully co-parent their children, Taylor and Brayden, while also jointly working on real estate projects. Their cooperative efforts provide an example of maintaining professionalism and friendship post-split.
Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz: Lifelong Friendship Beyond Romance
Lenny Kravitz described his relationship with Lisa Bonet in 2013 as “best friends,” saying,
“It’s beautiful, and it just shows you what can be done.”
—Lenny Kravitz Their continued bond as co-parents to Zoe Kravitz demonstrates a lasting family connection beyond their romantic past.
Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich Celebrate New Chapters Together
Following their 2020 separation, Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich have stayed on excellent terms. When Brooks announced his engagement in December 2024, Julianne congratulated him with the Instagram message,
“I’m so happy for you both as you step into this beautiful new chapter together. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and endless adventures.”
—Julianne Hough The positive dynamic was further evident when all three spent a day on the lake, as she shared,
“Special day on the lake with these three cuties.”
—Julianne Hough
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s Thoughtful Approach to Co-Parenting
Since their split in 2015, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner have managed their family life with care, sharing holidays and vacations while expressing mutual respect. Ben highlighted his admiration for Jennifer as a mother during a 2016 interview, labeling her “an amazing mother.”
Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder’s Friendly Connection After Their Split
Though their relationship ended in 2013, Nina Dobrev and Ian Somerhalder have maintained a friendly rapport. When Ian married Nikki Reed in 2014, Nina befriended Nikki, showing a smooth transition to a supportive friendship between all parties involved.
Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney’s Enduring Friendship
After ending their five-year relationship in 2016, Lady Gaga described her connection with Taylor Kinney as one of ongoing affection, saying,
“He’s been my lover and a friend for so long. We love each other, That’s it.”
—Lady Gaga
Mindy Kaling and B.J. Novak’s Relationship Beyond Friendship
Mindy Kaling spoke candidly about her enduring close relationship with B.J. Novak, explaining,
“If I was on the outside looking at it, I would think the same thing. But the truth is that B.J. is so much more like family now than a platonic friend.”
—Mindy Kaling
Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz’s Strong Co-Parenting Bond
Following their 2011 divorce, Ashlee Simpson and Pete Wentz have successfully co-parented their son Bronx, with Wentz publicly acknowledging Ashlee as “an awesome mom.”
Miley Cyrus and Nick Jonas Maintain a Good Relationship
Miley Cyrus and Nick Jonas remain on friendly terms well after their relationship ended. Nick has described their bond as “really friendly” with “a good relationship,” reflecting a mature post-relationship dynamic.
Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter’s Mutual Respect
Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter, co-stars on Dexter, parted ways in 2011 but kept respect and affection intact. Jennifer affirmed there was “nothing but love and respect” between them after the divorce.
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s Model Co-Parenting Partnership
Bruce Willis and Demi Moore have long been recognized as exemplary exes. Their decision to quarantine together during the COVID-19 pandemic in Idaho showcased their seamless cooperation as parents to daughters Rumer, Tallulah, and Scout.
Jennifer Lopez’s Appreciation for Marc Anthony’s Support
Years after their 2014 divorce, Jennifer Lopez recognized the positive impact Marc Anthony had on her career and confidence.
“While I was married to Marc, he really helped me with my confidence and he saw where I suffered… He was like, ‘You’re a great singer. Don’t ever let anybody tell you you’re not a great singer.’ And I respected him so much ’cause I consider him one of the best singers of all time.”
—Jennifer Lopez
Courteney Cox and David Arquette’s Healthy Divorce Dynamic
Courteney Cox praised her relationship with ex-husband David Arquette as “one of the better” divorces during a 2018 interview. She emphasized their strong co-parenting bond while raising daughter Coco, stating, “We’re good co-parents together.” —Courteney Cox
Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake’s Continued Professional Respect
Although their romantic relationship ended in 2007, Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake reunited professionally in the 2011 film Bad Teacher, reflecting a respectful and collaborative dynamic.
Peter Facinelli and Jennie Garth Reach a Cohesive Co-Parenting Stage
Peter Facinelli highlighted his amicable relationship with Jennie Garth in 2017, saying,
“I really like her husband and I think he’s a great guy.”
He added,
“People come into your life for a reason and relationships can change. Just because we aren’t living together doesn’t mean you can’t love each other.”
—Peter Facinelli
Will Arnett and Amy Poehler Maintain Strong Friendship Post-Split
Despite separating in 2012, Will Arnett and Amy Poehler remain very close friends. Amy noted, “As you know, Will and I are very, very good friends. We are doing a really good job. I don’t think a 10-year
