Christopher Abbott And Aubrey Plaza Spark Dating Rumors After NYC Sighting
Christopher Abbott And Aubrey Plaza Spark Dating Rumors After NYC Sighting...
Actor Christopher Abbott and comedian Aubrey Plaza are fueling dating speculation after being spotted together in New York City this week. Photos obtained by Page Six show the pair leaving a West Village restaurant late Tuesday night, walking closely and appearing affectionate. The sighting has gone viral, with fans dissecting their chemistry and past interactions.
Abbott, known for Catch-22 and The Sinner, and Plaza, famed for Parks and Recreation and The White Lotus, have never publicly confirmed a relationship. However, they previously worked together on the 2023 indie film Spin Me Round, where Plaza also served as a producer. Social media users noted their playful red carpet banter during the film’s promotion.
The timing coincides with Plaza’s recent split from longtime partner Jeff Baena in late 2025. Abbott, who has kept his personal life private, was last linked to actress Sarah Goldberg in 2022. Neither has commented on the rumors, but the buzz has dominated entertainment news cycles since the photos surfaced Wednesday morning.
New York-based paparazzi agency Backgrid confirmed the pair dined at Via Carota, a trendy Italian spot frequented by celebrities. A source told Entertainment Tonight they "seemed very comfortable together" and stayed for over two hours. Plaza, 41, and Abbott, 39, were also seen laughing on the sidewalk before hailing a cab.
Fans have flooded Plaza’s Instagram with comments, referencing her signature deadpan humor. One top-liked tweet joked: "Aubrey Plaza dating Christopher Abbott is the chaotic energy 2026 deserves." The trend reflects broader fascination with Plaza’s enigmatic persona and Abbott’s rising leading-man status post-Poor Things.
Industry insiders speculate the duo may collaborate again professionally. Both have projects in post-production—Plaza with Agatha All Along for Disney+ and Abbott in A24’s The Smashing Machine. For now, the focus remains on whether their off-screen connection will be addressed publicly.
This marks the first high-profile romance rumor for either star in years, explaining the intense public interest. As of Thursday afternoon, "Abbott Plaza" was a top US Google search, with related terms spiking 600% since Tuesday. The Page Six exclusive has garnered over 2.1 million views, signaling sustained curiosity.
