Austin Butler and Emily Ratajkowski have become the latest subject of Hollywood dating buzz after being spotted together twice in New York City in less than two weeks.
Their recent outing, on Friday, September 5, immediately grabbed attention when the pair were photographed arriving at The Waverly Inn, a well-known celebrity hotspot in the West Village.
According to onlookers, the 34-year-old actor and the 34-year-old model spent nearly two hours inside the restaurant, enjoying drinks and what appeared to be an intimate conversation. Ratajkowski reportedly sipped on a martini, while Butler opted for a classic old fashioned. Though the two refrained from overt public displays of affection, diners claimed that Ratajkowski leaned in closely, and at one moment, Butler placed a casual arm around her shoulders, fueling speculation about their bond.
This was not the first time the pair drew curiosity. Their outing followed an earlier sighting at the after-party for Butler’s upcoming film Caught Stealing. Images from the event showed the Bikeriders star engaged in deep conversation with the supermodel, intensifying talk that something more than friendship could be developing.
Adding to the intrigue, Butler has recently been linked to various names in the industry. He previously dated model Kaia Gerber for three years before their split in late 2024, and was also rumored to share a connection with co-star Zoë Kravitz. Meanwhile, Ratajkowski, who divorced Sebastian Bear-McClard in 2022, has had her own share of high-profile links, including Pete Davidson.