Mariah Carey and Anderson .Paak sparked fresh romance speculation after the pair stepped out together Thursday night in Los Angeles.
The Grammy-winning musicians attended a screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 at Westfield Century City, where onlookers spotted them walking hand in hand through the theater complex.
Anderson .Paak arrived in a glittering suit that matched the upscale event’s stylish atmosphere. Carey complemented the evening in a shimmering dark outfit as the two stayed close throughout the outing. Fans quickly shared photos and reactions online, fueling months of dating rumors surrounding the collaborators.
Speculation involving the pair first emerged in late 2024 after they were seen spending time together during the holidays in Aspen. Their recent studio collaborations only intensified fans’ curiosity, prompting questions about whether the relationship had become more personal.
Neither Carey nor Anderson .Paak has publicly confirmed a romance. However, Thursday’s appearance marked one of their most affectionate public moments to date.
The sighting also arrives after Anderson .Paak faced separate dating rumors involving Jeannie Mai earlier this year. Social media users speculated about a possible connection after the two appeared together several times in recent months. Neither star addressed the reports publicly.
Fans flooded social platforms following Thursday’s outing, with many calling the hand-holding moment the strongest indication yet of a relationship between Carey and Anderson .Paak.
One fan wrote, “They really look happy together.” Another added, “Mariah and Anderson .Paak were not on my 2026 bingo card, but I love this.”
Despite growing public interest, both artists remain silent about the speculation. Still, their glamorous Los Angeles appearance has amplified fascination surrounding the rumored romance and left fans eager for answers.
