Chace Crawford has a new leading lady—and it’s none other than Victoria’s Secret model Kelsey Merritt. After months of speculation, the two officially confirmed their relationship with a PDA-filled stroll through New York City on Friday, April 18.
Photos obtained by People show the The Boys star and the model walking hand in hand and sharing a sweet kiss on the sidewalk, effectively putting any lingering rumors to rest. Chace, 39, kept it cozy in a gray sweater and jeans, while Kelsey, 28, was effortlessly stylish in a cropped beige jacket.
It’s unclear exactly how long the pair have been dating, but fans first started whispering about a possible romance back in January. At the time, they were spotted at the same events and seemingly vacationing in similar spots, though neither addressed the speculation—until now.
Their casual but affectionate outing in NYC seems to confirm that things have moved from “maybe” to “definitely.” And while neither of them has gone Instagram official just yet, this public appearance speaks volumes.
Chace has spoken candidly about his dating life in recent years, including his experience on the celebrity dating app Raya. In a 2024 interview, he shared that he was single and open to meeting someone new, saying he’d dabbled in the app world like a lot of people in LA. “I have been on Raya. It’s… it is what it is,” he admitted. “It’s kind of hilarious, honestly.”
As for Kelsey, she’s also been in the spotlight for her past relationships. In 2023, she was seen out with actor James Marsden, sparking brief romance rumors, though nothing ever seemed to come of it. Now, it looks like she and Chace have found something a bit more serious.
Both are no strangers to fame—Chace rose to stardom on Gossip Girl and now plays The Deep in The Boys, while Kelsey became the first Filipino model to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and has since built a career as both a runway star and content creator.
So far, neither has publicly commented on their relationship, but their body language speaks for itself. From the hand-holding to the kiss, it’s clear they’re enjoying each other’s company—and not hiding it.
With Chace wrapping up promotion for The Boys Season 4, maybe we’ll see more of these two out and about. For now, fans are here for the pairing—and the soft launch is officially complete.
