Maika Monroe'S Surprising Romance With Dalton Gomez: A Timeline

From On-Screen Star to Off-Screen Romance

Attention all Maika Monroe fans: the captivating actress is officially off the market! After her split from Stranger Things heartthrob Joe Keery, Maika has found love in a surprising place – with luxury real estate broker Dalton Gomez. And yes, Dalton is Ariana Grande’s ex-husband. The couple has been quietly dating since at least October 2023, showcasing a blend of Hollywood glamour and real estate charm.

The Heartbreaks That Led to New Love

Let’s rewind a bit. October 2022 marked the end of Maika and Joe's five-year romance. Joe kept the breakup under wraps until a June 2024 Variety interview, revealing, “I had also gone through a big breakup, right as I was leaving Rome, so I was really isolated and focused on my work.” Meanwhile, Ariana and Dalton’s two-year marriage ended in July 2023, as confirmed by TMZ, with sources revealing they’ve been “quietly and lovingly working on their friendship.”

PDA and Public Appearances

Fast forward to October 2023 – whispers of Maika and Dalton's romance started circulating after a DeuxMoi tipster spotted them getting cozy at Jumbo’s in L.A. A month later, they were seen locking lips at a Fred Again concert in L.A., confirming they were indeed a couple. By June 2024, the pair took their relationship to Instagram with loved-up photos, just as Ari stepped out publicly with Ethan Slater.

Going Strong into the Future

Fast forward to June 2025, and it’s clear the romance is going strong as Maika shares more intimate snaps on Instagram. By January 2026, the couple’s love story takes them to Brazil, with Maika including cute couple shots in her vacation photo dump. Their love story continues to blossom, as seen with their March 2026 stroll through New York’s East Village – proving Maika and Dalton’s romance is built to last. Stay tuned for more updates on this intriguing couple!