The Secret Love Story of Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse: Unveiling Their Enigmatic Relationship

Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse have been in an on-again, off-again relationship since July 2018. However, they have managed to keep their relationship mostly hidden from the public eye, intentionally choosing to keep their private life under wraps.

The Batman actor stated in an interview with The Sunday Times in April 2019 that allowing people into a relationship diminishes the value of love. He believes that if a stranger were to inquire about one's relationship, it would be considered impolite. Therefore, erecting barriers ultimately leads to better outcomes.

However, as time has passed, both individuals have become more comfortable with sharing details about their romantic involvement. In a profile with The Sunday Times in February 2023, Waterhouse expressed astonishment at her happiness with her partner of almost five years. She recounted how, during a recent break, she immediately decided to return to him without any hesitation. Similarly, he would also visit her for a couple of days. Waterhouse confessed that she is always filled with immense excitement when his name appears on her phone or when she receives a text from him. She believes that he shares the same sentiments and they have an abundance of things to talk about. Furthermore, she finds him incredibly amusing.

Pattinson and Waterhouse have both been romantically linked to other celebrities in the past. Pattinson has been in relationships with his Twilight costar Kristen Stewart, musician FKA twigs, as well as Dylan Penn, the daughter of Sean Penn and Robin Wright. Waterhouse was previously in a relationship with Bradley Cooper from 2013 to 2015. Continue scrolling to explore the complete timeline of Pattinson and Waterhouse's relationship.

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Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse: A Timeline of Their Low-Key Relationship

Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse have been dating on and off since July 2018, but it’s mostly been under the radar — or, perhaps, more accurately, right under our noses.

The British couple chooses to keep their private life a secret, as revealed by Pattinson. He believes that allowing others into their relationship diminishes the value of love. Comparing it to being questioned by a stranger on the street, he considers it impolite. Erecting a protective barrier ultimately leads to better outcomes.

However, they have grown more comfortable in opening up about their relationship. In an interview with The Sunday Times in February 2023, Waterhouse expressed her surprise at being so content with someone for almost five years. She mentioned eagerly returning to see him after having a few days off and how excited she gets when she sees his name on her phone or receives a text. Waterhouse believes he shares the same feelings and finds him hilarious due to their endless conversations.

In the past, both Pattinson and Waterhouse have been romantically linked to other celebrities. Pattinson has previously dated Kristen Stewart, his Twilight co-star, as well as FKA twigs and Dylan Penn, Sean Penn and Robin Wright's daughter. Waterhouse was in a relationship with Bradley Cooper from 2013 to 2015.

Keep scrolling to see Pattinson and Waterhouse’s full relationship timeline.

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July 2018

The first photos of Pattinson and Waterhouse together, enjoying a cozy date night at a London movie theater, spark rumors that the two are an item.

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August 2018

We have verified that the stars had been in a romantic relationship "for several months" and had been acquainted with each other and spent a significant amount of time together. Additionally, we mentioned that they were "both pleasant, down-to-earth individuals who enjoy having a good time."

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October 2018

Amid rumors that the two have broken up, The King actor and The White Princess alum were seen exiting a London night club together.

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April 2019

Pattinson finally opened up about his relationship with the model in an interview with The Sunday Times. When asked about discussing his personal life, the Good Time actor questioned, "Do I really have to?" He expressed his preference for keeping his dating life private, as he believes that allowing people in ultimately diminishes the value of love.

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June 2019

The couple was verified to have gone on a double date with Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn in Hollywood. An eyewitness reported that the foursome spent the entire evening "laughing and talking". The group was seated at a table, with Rob and Taylor sitting across from each other.

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September 2019

The British duo made their relationship Instagram official — sort of. A photo of Waterhouse and Pattinson snuggling was shared on a friend’s account.

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May 2020

While filming for the Batman movie was temporarily halted due to the COVID-19 outbreak, a recent GQ cover story featuring Pattinson suggested that he was still in a relationship with Waterhouse. The article mentioned that he was residing in the London apartment, provided by the Batman team, along with his girlfriend.

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April 2021

Waterhouse uploaded a picture on Instagram showcasing herself, which upon closer inspection, unveiled a framed photograph of her sharing a kiss with Pattinson. This revelation confirmed that the couple was still in a relationship, despite not being seen together for several months.

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July 2021

The joke made by one character in the Gossip Girl reboot on HBO Max regarding Waterhouse's relationship with Pattinson, where they referred to him as R-Patz and her as Suki Nobody, was strongly criticized by Waterhouse.

After witnessing criticism of the patriarchy and sexism, I find myself being referred to as someone's insignificant girlfriend. 😒 "Can someone please explain the logic behind this?" tweeted the Love, Rosie actress before ultimately removing the post.

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February 2022

In an interview with GQ, Pattinson shared an amusing incident involving Waterhouse and his role in The Batman. Despite the usually secretive nature of superhero movies, his girlfriend couldn't help but reveal details about his character to the handyman who came to fix their boiler.

In February 2022, he shared that he was sitting there, facing the other direction, while his girlfriend continued the conversation with him. He found the situation amusing, despite feeling annoyed and wanting her to stop. He described her as an entertaining person talking to an overly enthusiastic fan.

During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Pattinson revealed that Waterhouse had cried while watching him in The Batman, which made him extremely happy. He explained that her emotional reaction completely changed his perspective, especially considering that she usually isn't interested in superhero movies. He was astonished to see how engrossed she was throughout the film, and when she held his hand and touched it to her face, he could feel a tear. He couldn't believe it.

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December 2022

The duo made their inaugural red carpet appearance as a couple at the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, during the Dior pre-fall 2023 menswear show. Beaming with joy, they affectionately held hands throughout the event.

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January 2023

Pattinson, a brand ambassador for Dior Homme Sport, opened up about his all-time favorite fragrance during an interview with the U.K.’s ES Magazine.

“I mean, it’s rather cliché — when you are deeply infatuated with someone, their scent becomes uniquely familiar to you,” he enthusiastically shared with the publication, potentially alluding to Waterhouse. “So yeah, [mine would be] something akin to ‘Girlfriend in a dressing gown.’”

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May 2023

When they made their first appearance as a couple at the Met Gala, the pair couldn't seem to divert their gazes from one another.

According to an exclusive source, Rob is Suki's biggest admirer and is thrilled about her achievements. Additionally, Pattinson is a huge fan of Daisy Jones [& The Six], in which Waterhouse portrays Karen Sirko.

The couple delights in their joint creativity, having penned short stories and potential scripts together, according to an insider. Although Waterhouse's adventurous side is somewhat brought out by their partnership, the duo's true passion lies in being at home, as they are known for their relaxed demeanor, the source informed Us.

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February 2023

Following a challenging breakup, Waterhouse found herself in a state of despondency. However, her outlook took a turn for the better when she crossed paths with Pattinson. In an interview with the Sunday Times, she playfully pondered, "What will I possibly write about now?" when discussing her music. The mere mention of his name appearing on her phone or receiving a text from him fills her with immense excitement, and she believes he shares a similar sentiment. Their conversations are always brimming with content, and she finds his sense of humor absolutely delightful. It's astonishing to her that she has found such unwavering happiness in their relationship, which has spanned nearly five years.

Waterhouse playfully joked about their comparable professions, saying, "When it comes to acting, Rob definitely won't be seeking any advice from me. However, I'll surely attempt to enlist his assistance for an audition before he dozes off on the couch."

Additionally, the actress subtly expressed her excitement for becoming a parent one day, expressing, "I eagerly anticipate the day when I can have children. It's a wishful thought that it could happen instantly with the snap of your fingers."

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October 2023

Pattinson and Waterhouse made their third red carpet appearance at the GO Campaign’s annual gala.