Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin’s Relationship Timeline: Everything to Know About Them Amid Their Alleged Breakup

As a lifestyle expert with years of experience under my belt, I must say that the romance between Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin is one for the books. Their love story has been a rollercoaster ride of public appearances, family approvals, blended families, and even a collaboration on a music video. It’s fascinating to see how they have managed to keep their relationship private yet maintain a strong presence in the public eye.


There have been numerous speculations and news articles circulating online about the possible split between Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin. They were first seen together on a date over six years ago, causing quite a stir. Since then, they’ve been in a passionate relationship, with rumors even hinting at their engagement this year. Amidst the recent breakup and make-up rumors, let’s take a look at the full history of Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson’s relationship.

Initially, their romantic journey began with casual dates, progressed to public debuts, cohabiting, and merging families, and throughout it all, Martin and Johnson have been deeply in love, leaving everyone in awe. However, recent gossip about a split has left fans worried, but fear not—there’s a delightful twist to the tale. Now let me share how Chris and Dakota’s love story unfolded:

2017: First dates and appearances

In May 2017, whispers about a romantic connection between the two began when they were noticed dining together at a sushi restaurant. Later in the year, around November, Dakota Johnson was seen attending a Coldplay concert. Many enthusiastic fans observed Johnson enjoying herself at the event.

2018: Family approvals and Dakota Johnson confirm relationship 

In the year 2017, Martin and Johnson kept a low profile during the holiday season. However, from early January 2018 onwards, they were frequently seen together on intimate outings in Los Angeles. They were spotted strolling along the beach, holding hands.

At Stella McCartney’s Autumn 2018 Collection event, Chris and Dakota were spotted for the first time in public. Although they didn’t stroll down the red carpet, they were present at the show side by side.

Later in the year, Melanie Griffith also shared her thoughts on their relationship, stating that she loved Chris. After a year of dating, when asked about their relationship, Dakota simply hinted at it being true and said, “I won’t discuss it, but I am extremely content.”

2019: Dakota and Chris’ blended family with Gwyneth Paltrow 

It’s well-known that Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow maintain a unique, contemporary family setup, and they are among the few amicable ex-partners. In 2019, following nearly two years of dating, their friendship resumed with Gwyneth Paltrow reentering Chris Martin’s social circle.

Additionally, Paltrow’s spouse, Falchuk, was among the trio. Towards the end of the year, she made a few more public showings, maintaining a low profile.

2020: More public appearances; Dakota directs Coldplay’s video 

Chris Martin, the lead singer of Coldplay, and Zendaya, who plays Madame Web, have maintained their friendship with Gwyneth Paltrow. In fact, Paltrow, best known for her role as Iron Man’s Pepper Potts, has openly expressed her affection for Dakota, stating that she feels like a cherished member of the family and genuinely adores her.

In February 2020, an additional dimension was introduced into Dakota and Chris’s relationship. Interestingly enough, it was Johnson who directed the music video for Coldplay’s song “Cry Cry Cry”.

She asserted that she was treated just like any other director by the band when it came to her work, stating, “I submitted my script and presentation to the band much like everyone else, and they selected mine, not out of favoritism towards me in the slightest.”

2021: Johnson And Martin move in after rumors of engagement

In their fourth year together, Martin and Dakota were enveloped in whispers of an impending engagement, yet no official announcement was made. However, later in the same year, they decided to share a house in Malibu. It was reported that despite Dakota being accustomed to city living, she found herself embracing the lifestyle of Malibu with affection.

Before Chris Martin made a grand gesture towards the actress, the pair had already enjoyed several sweet vacations as a couple. At a Coldplay performance in October 2021, Martin dedicated the song “My Universe” specifically to Johnson.

In December 2021, Johnson opened up about her relationship with Chris, sharing, “We’ve been a couple for quite some time now, and we do step out occasionally, but given our busy work schedules, it’s comforting to unwind at home. It’s peaceful and secluded.” She added, “Most of the socializing happens within the confines of our house.”

2022: Public appearances, Zoom meeting crashes

Throughout 2022, their relationship remained stable with an increase in public outings, including a surprising incident where Chris joined one of Dakota’s virtual meetings on Zoom.

In April, the two individuals went to Barbara Streisand’s birthday party, followed by Dakota being seen at a Coldplay performance later on.

2023: Chris Martin’s ex-girlfriend Gwyneth Paltrow’s friendship with Dakota Johnson 

In their sixth year together, Dakota brought more than just affection into Chris’ life. She exposed Martin to SubPacs, a gadget that enables individuals with hearing difficulties to experience the tactile sensations of a live performance.

Martin found her idea utterly remarkable since it significantly improved the listening experience for individuals with hearing difficulties. In fact, Chris Martin publicly acknowledged her on the Conan O’Brien show.

As the year progressed, Dakota Johnson and Gwyneth Paltrow’s friendship deepened. In fact, Paltrow shared a photo of them together on social media, and in a subsequent interview, she expressed, “We are genuinely good friends. I have a great affection for her. She is simply delightful and wonderful.”

2024: Official engagement and rumors of breakup 

As a lifestyle connoisseur, I’m delighted to share an exciting update: After seven years together and a few enchanting escapes, a reliable insider revealed that Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson took the next step in their beautiful journey by getting engaged in March of 2024. In fact, People magazine was privy to the information that this dynamic duo had been carrying this joyous secret for quite some time. They’ve chosen to take their time, savoring each moment, before they walk down the aisle.

Initially, Dakota was spotted donning an emerald ring, sparking rumors among fans that she and Chris might be engaged. Everyone appeared happy, and things seemed to be going smoothly, but on August 16, a flood of reports and speculation about Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson breaking up filled the internet.

However, a recent statement from representatives of both Chris and Dakota assures us that their relationship remains intact. In fact, they appear to be quite content in their union, according to the latest report in People magazine.

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2024-08-17 10:08