Machine Gun Kelly responded humorously to the Sydney Sweeney dating rumors during an August 10 appearance on Watch What Happens Live, addressing the speculation that has followed their May outing in Las Vegas. The rapper’s brief and witty reply left fans uncertain about the true nature of his connection with the Euphoria actress.
MGK’s Playful Reaction to Relationship Questions
Colson Baker, known professionally as Machine Gun Kelly, was directly asked by host Andy Cohen if there was any truth to the rumors suggesting he and Sydney Sweeney were more than friends. The question came from a fan named Kyle P. during the Q&A segment of the show. MGK’s succinct comeback was, “Kyle P., shut up dude.” delivered with a dry tone that caused laughter among the audience and Cohen alike.
Despite the humor, many viewers on social media were left wanting a clearer answer. One TikTok user pointed out,
“He never answered the question tho,”
while another speculated, “So… that’s a yes.” This reluctance to confirm or deny the matter keeps the public guessing about their relationship.
History of MGK and Sydney Sweeney’s Friendship
Although Machine Gun Kelly has stayed quiet on whether or not he and Sydney Sweeney are involved romantically, the two have a longstanding personal and professional connection. Both appeared in the 2019 film Big Time Adolescence, and Sydney also featured in MGK’s 2021 film Downfalls High alongside Mod Sun. Their friendship dates back several years prior to their apparent friendly interaction at the Palm Tree Beach Club grand opening in Las Vegas on May 3.
Sydney Sweeney’s Recent Romance Rumors
Sydney Sweeney has not publicly addressed the rumors connecting her and MGK. Instead, she stirred separate speculation in July after being spotted with a mystery man during a jet skiing outing in Idaho. Photos from July 25 show the pair enjoying a playful day together, with the man holding her around the waist as they took turns swinging from a rope and jumping into the lake.
Following her split from fiancé Jonathan Davino in March, Sydney has opened up about embracing single life. She told the Sunday Times in late May,
“I’m learning a lot about myself, spending more time with my friends,”
and added, “And I’m loving it.”
The Timeline of Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino’s Relationship
Sydney Sweeney and businessman Jonathan Davino first sparked dating rumors in 2018 after being seen together at several events in Los Angeles, including Hulu’s Emmy Party. Their relationship progressed quietly over the years, marked by moments of public appearances and shared projects.
In October 2018, the couple attended a dinner hosted by InStyle and Kate Spade in Beverly Hills. A year later, they were spotted enjoying a New York Knicks game in New York City. They maintained a private profile, evident when they took a low-key trip to a flea market in West Hollywood in February 2022, just weeks before getting engaged.
Throughout their time together, Sydney emphasized her preference for normalcy over fame in romantic relationships. She told Cosmopolitan in 2022,
“I don’t date people in the spotlight,”
explaining,
“I don’t date actors or musicians or anyone in entertainment because I can just be normal Syd that way and it’s easiest.”
She also expressed her values in a partner:
“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.”
Highlights from Sydney and Jonathan’s Time Together
In May 2023, the couple continued their public appearances with a stylish trip to the Cannes Film Festival. Later that year, in September, they appeared at the Venice Film Festival in matching black outfits, looking content and in sync.
Early in 2024, the couple was seen in New York City walking Sydney’s dog, Tank. That summer, in July, they traveled to Paris where they held hands following a romantic dinner. The two also produced the films Anyone But You and Immaculate together, blending their professional and personal lives.
Sydney shared to Glamour UK 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.”
The couple attended the Venice Film Festival again in September 2024, though Sydney told Entertainment Tonight at that time that they had not begun planning a wedding, remarking, “I am so busy working!”
A rare glimpse of the couple’s playful side came in January 2025 during a snowball fight in New York City, displaying their close connection amidst the busy schedules.
End of Engagement and New Developments
In March 2025, news surfaced that Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino had ended their engagement and relationship after seven years. Prior to the announcement, Sydney was spotted attending a wedding in Texas with actor Glen Powell, sparking new romance rumors. However, Glen’s mother, Cyndy Powell, clarified to the Daily Mail that Sydney is just a friend of the Powell family, dispelling dating speculation.
The conclusion of this chapter in Sydney’s life precedes the ongoing rumors involving Machine Gun Kelly, whose playful deflection keeps fans intrigued.
