Where Are They Now? Exploring the Love interests of 'Pretty Little Liars': Tyler Blackburn, Claire Holt, and More
Discover what the love interests from 'Pretty Little Liars' are up to now From Ian Harding to Claire Holt, find out how these cast members have been keeping busy since their time on the show
Pretty Little Liars depicted the lives of five close friends who start receiving menacing messages from an enigmatic individual known as "A." However, it was their onscreen romantic relationships that truly captured fans' attention.
Freeform launched the teen drama in 2010, which was based on Sara Shepard's book series of the same title. The captivating love affair between Aria Montgomery (played by Lucy Hale) and Ezra Fitz (portrayed by Ian Harding) became a prominent subject of discussion, primarily because of their significant age gap.
Before the show's finale, Harding shared his perspective on the "taboo" romance. "For me, there wasn't much to overcome. You simply acknowledge, 'Okay, this is a love story.' It becomes easier when you consider that Lucy Hale is a stunning woman in her twenties," he explained to Glamour in May 2017. "You just portray the love between these two individuals, navigating through the same challenges and uncertainties that many relationships face. Questions arise like, 'Should we pursue this? Or should we not?'"
Continue reading to discover the endeavors of the love interests from Pretty Little Liars since the conclusion of the TV series.
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'Pretty Little Liars' Love Interests Through the Seasons: Where Are They Now? Tyler Blackburn, Claire Holt and More
The lives of five close friends in Pretty Little Liars are disrupted when they all start receiving menacing messages from an enigmatic individual known as "A." However, it was their on-screen romantic relationships that captivated fans the most.
In 2010, Freeform introduced a teen drama series based on Sara Shepard's book series of the same name. One of the major talking points was the love story between Aria Montgomery (played by Lucy Hale) and Ezra Fitz (played by Ian Harding) due to their significant age difference.
Prior to the show's finale, Harding shared his perspective on their "taboo" romance. "I didn't have much to overcome personally. I just thought, 'Well, this is a love story.' It's made easier by the fact that Lucy Hale is a stunning woman in her twenties," he explained to Glamour in May 2017. "We simply portray the love between these two individuals, and it involves the same challenges that some relationships face. Like, 'Should we pursue this? Or should we not?'"
Scroll down to see what the love interests from Pretty Little Liars have been doing since the TV series came to an end:
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Ian Harding
Harding has been seen on television after finishing the role of Ezra, with notable projects such as Chicago Med, Magnum P.I., and Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts. In addition, he has acted in Office Uprising, Ford v Ferrari, and The Hater.
In August 2021, Us confirmed that Harding married his longtime girlfriend Sophie Hart. The couple tied the knot in 2019 after eight years of dating.
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Keegan Allen
Following his portrayal of Toby, the California-born artist released a pair of remarkable photography books entitled life.love.beauty and HOLLYWOOD: Photos and Stories from Foreverland. In 2017, Allen initiated his captivating "Foreverland" podcast.
Additionally, the talented individual has secured notable acting roles in Major Crimes, What/If, Rick and Morty, and is presently starring alongside Jared Padalecki on The CW's Walker.
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Tyler Blackburn
Following his appearance on Charmed, Blackburn successfully landed the part of Alex Manes in the television series Roswell, New Mexico. Additionally, this talented individual, who hails from California, has showcased his musical abilities by collaborating with the band Novi, and his solo track titled "Can't Love Me" was prominently featured in The CW series in 2019.
That same year, Blackburn came out as bisexual.
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Julian Morris
After starring as Wren on PLL, the British actor has made appearances on Man in an Orange Shirt, The Morning Show, The Good Fight, and Hallmark's A Royal Queens Christmas. In December 2021, Morris happily announced his marriage to Landon Ross, after being together for 18 years.
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Gregg Sulkin
Sulkin, who initially gained recognition as Ezra's brother Wes, has since secured prominent roles on Faking It, Runaways, and Pretty Smart. Hailing from England, he has also graced the silver screen in A Mouse Tale, Don't Hang Up, Status Update, A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish, This Is the Year, and is eagerly anticipated to shine in Oh, Boy!.
Off screen, Sulkin dated Bella Thorne and was linked to Lexy Panterra. In October 2018, he made his relationship with Michelle Randolph public.
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Drew Van Acker
The New York native went on to appear on Training Day, Devious Maids and Titans. Acker has also starred in Spy Intervention, Last Survivors and the upcoming film Crimson Blues.
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Bianca Lawson
Following the untimely demise of Maya, Lawson went on to feature in The Vampire Diaries, American Horror Story, Teen Wolf, Witches of East End, and Rogue. Presently, the talented actor from California assumes the role of Darla in Queen Sugar.
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Lindsey Shaw
After portraying Paige, the former Nickelodeon star went on to secure roles in Suburgatory, Faking It, Hers and History, and Lucifer.
Having hailed from Nebraska, she was romantically associated with her 10 Things I Hate About You co-star Ethan Peck, but their relationship ended in 2010.
In July 2021, Shaw made headlines by declaring a temporary departure from social media due to the backlash she faced over her remarks about a dance on TikTok, which had gained popularity thanks to Black creators. Devon Werkheiser, Shaw's former co-star on Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide, publicly extended his support to her.
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Claire Holt
Following her stint as Samara, the Australian actress transitioned into portraying Rebekah Mikaelson in The Vampire Diaries, The Originals, and Legacies. Holt also graced the screen alongside David Duchovny and Grey Damon in NBC's Aquarius.
In the world of cinema, she successfully landed roles in 47 Meters Down opposite Mandy Moore, The Divorce Party, A Violent Separation, and Untitled Horror Movie.
Holt tied the knot with Matthew Kaplan in 2016 but their marriage ended in 2017. She subsequently moved on and formed a new relationship with Andrew Joblon, and the two got married in August 2018. Unfortunately, Holt shared the heartbreaking news that she experienced a miscarriage five months before their wedding.
In March 2019, the actress and former CW star joyfully welcomed their first child, a son named James. Their family grew even further in September 2020 when they welcomed their daughter Elle. In May 2023, Holt announced her pregnancy with their third child. Later that year, in November, she and Joblon welcomed their son Ford into the world.
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Brant Daugherty
Having portrayed Noel, the native of Ohio went on to feature in Dear White People, Freakish, Lost Star, and assume a part in the movie Fifty Shades Freed. Subsequently, Daugherty made a transition to Hallmark productions encompassing Timeless Love, Mingle All the Way, The Baker's Son, and A Royal Runaway Romance.
Daugherty tied the knot with Kimberly Hidalgo in 2019. A year later, they happily revealed their pregnancy news, and in March 2021, their son Wilder was born. In October 2023, the couple joyfully announced that they are expecting their second child.
