David Harbour, the brooding star of Stranger Things, and Lily Allen, the outspoken British singer, surprised fans with their whirlwind romance that blossomed into a happy marriage. Here’s a look at their relationship timeline:
Early 2019: A Spark Across the Pond (Maybe)
The rumors of a connection between Harbour and Allen first surfaced in January 2019. Some reports suggest they might have met at the BAFTA Tea Party in Los Angeles, but this detail remains unconfirmed. However, around the same time, Allen had just ended a long-term relationship, leaving the possibility open.
Spring 2019: Keeping it Under Wraps
While the exact details remain fuzzy, it’s believed that Harbour and Allen actually met in the spring of 2019. Harbour was filming “Black Widow” in London, and according to Allen, their connection began on the celebrity dating app, Raya. Intriguingly, Allen admits she had no idea who Harbour was at the time, mistaking him for a “sexy policeman from a reality TV show” due to a picture from Stranger Things!
October 2019: Stepping Out Publicly
The couple finally made their public debut in October 2019. They were spotted getting cozy at a Knicks game in New York City, shortly before Harbour was to host Saturday Night Live. This sighting sent shockwaves through the entertainment world, officially confirming their romance.
Early 2020: Putting a Ring on It (Secretly)
By early 2020, rumors of an engagement were swirling. Allen had been spotted wearing a ring, that sparked speculation. However, the couple remained tight-lipped, keeping the details under wraps. Later, it would be revealed that they had actually obtained a marriage license in Las Vegas in September 2020.
September 2020: Viva Las Vegas Wedding!
On September 8th, 2020, news broke that Harbour and Allen had officially tied the knot in a surprise Las Vegas wedding ceremony. Reports of the small-scale ceremony, which was presided over by an Elvis impersonator and included Allen’s two daughters from a previous marriage joining the newlyweds in celebration, were sparsely detailed.
Since Then: Married Life & Social Media Snapshots
Since their surprise wedding, Harbour and Allen have continued to keep their relationship relatively private. However, they occasionally share glimpses of their married life on social media. In 2022, they made their red carpet debut as a couple at the Met Gala, a sign of their growing comfort in the public eye.
A Match Made in…?
David Harbour and Lily Allen’s relationship may have begun unexpectedly, but their connection seems genuine. Despite their different backgrounds and personalities, they appear to have found happiness together. Fans will definitely be rooting for them regardless of whether they keep their love life quiet or open up more to the public.
