Paul Mescal and singer Gracie Abrams turned heads with their highly anticipated red carpet debut at the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards in London on Sunday night. The couple, who have kept their romance private since they started dating in 2024, shared several PDA-filled moments throughout the ceremony, drawing comparisons to Hollywood power couples like Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet.
Red Carpet Chemistry
Body language expert Judi James told the Daily Mail that their PDA appeared deliberate, suggesting a desire to present their relationship as serious and romantic. “Everything about their red carpet rituals looks specifically designed to announce this as a serious and romantic relationship,” James said.
She highlighted Gracie’s “draping” posture against Mescal and the casual, yet intimate, way he placed his hand on her, noting a contrast between their approaches. “Gracie’s body language is very Kylie Jenner-style Hollywood, while Paul looks more naturally casual and relatable,” James explained.
Playful and Romantic Moments
During their poses, Gracie frequently planted kisses on Mescal’s face, while he offered subtle, asymmetric grins to the cameras, conveying a mix of playful affection and down-to-earth charm. According to James, these moments captured a couple comfortable in the spotlight yet deeply connected, signaling that the duo could be one of Hollywood’s next power couples.
Fans and media alike praised the couple for their chemistry, with many noting that their debut made a memorable impression while keeping the romance genuine and heartfelt.