Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen's Whirlwind Romance From Secret Dates to Saying "I Do"
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen initially maintained a low profile regarding their relationship beginning May 2023, subsequently revealing their engagement within two years.
Allen's association with Steinfeld emerged mere weeks after observant fans discovered in April 2023 that his long-term partner, Brittany Williams, had unfollowed him on social platforms. Williams then removed all photos featuring the Buffalo Bills quarterback from her Instagram as he began dating Steinfeld the next month.
An insider confidentially informed Us Weekly in June 2023 that Steinfeld was “not placing undue strain or impractical anticipations on their connection” given Allen's recent departure from a lengthy relationship with Williams.
Allen, conversely, publicly acknowledged his relationship with the Pitch Perfect starlet for the initial time in August 2023. Allen admitted during an episode of the “Pardon My Take” podcast that “it utterly astounds me that anyone continues to be interested in that,” referencing accounts of him “kissing” Steinfeld.
Review the timeline below to trace Steinfeld and Allen’s relationship from its commencement:
May 2023
Steinfeld was seen with Allen in New York City several weeks after rumors of a breakup between the athlete and Williams surfaced. (Allen and Williams had been together for eight years prior to their separation.) On May 25, Steinfeld and Allen were photographed strolling through Manhattan, with Allen observed embracing the True Grit star before an evening outing.
Toward the end of that month, Steinfeld and Allen enjoyed a sushi dinner with some companions, an event captured and shared on social media. The pair further ignited rumors of a romance as they were observed touring the city during the Memorial Day holiday.
June 2023
“Hailee and Josh have been dating for roughly a month, and things are progressing very well,” a source revealed solely to Us then, mentioning that Steinfeld and Allen “share abundant laughter” and “consistently display smiles” when together.
The insider also stated: “Josh represents the first individual in some time who has truly captured her interest.”
August 2023
Allen attempted to evade discussing his connection with Steinfeld during a guest spot on the “Pardon My Take” podcast. Yet, when cohost Dan “Big Cat” Katz made an overt reference to her, Allen yielded somewhat.
Big Cat questioned Allen during the broadcast if he watched Seinfeld, then intentionally queried, “Are you a fan of Steinfeld?” to elicit a response from the quarterback. Allen affirmed he was “a considerable admirer” of the television series but refrained from explicitly mentioning his girlfriend by name. Allen subsequently informed Big Cat that he “executed well” in attempting to incorporate Steinfeld into a phrase. “Commendable. That was clever,” Allen acknowledged.
At another point in the discussion, Allen admitted that he experiences a “repulsive sensation” when paparazzi attempt to photograph intimate moments during dates with Steinfeld. He particularly objected to photographers who concealed themselves on a boat during a recent vacation with Steinfeld and captured images of them kissing. “[My reaction was], ‘What is wrong with individuals?’” the athlete recounted, observing a complete “absence of privacy” during their excursion.
October 2023
Steinfeld was observed cheering for Allen at the Bills' game in London on October 8. As the cameras at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium scanned the audience, the starlet appeared on screen.
January 2024
Even though she wore a conspicuous ring at the 2024 Golden Globes, Steinfeld dismissed internet rumors that Allen had proposed. “I do have a charming little deer going on,” she informed E! News about her ring, which resembled a deer's head. “There’s no specific motive beyond me finding it truly adorable.”
Steinfeld arrived at the ceremony alone since Allen had a Bills game scheduled for that night. On the red carpet, she conveyed to USA Today her “very positive” feelings regarding her boyfriend’s team's prospects of victory that evening. She also playfully criticized a reporter for displaying a jersey with the “incorrect digit” upon noticing them with a No. 14 jersey for Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs, rather than Allen’s No. 17.
July 2024
Following a year of courtship, Allen formally unveiled his relationship with Steinfeld on Instagram on July 23.
“Onward,” the quarterback titled a sequence of summer photographs, several of which featured Steinfeld.
October 2024
The pair was observed embracing puppies at the inaugural Shakir Family Pet Adoption Event in Buffalo, New York. Social media footage showed Steinfeld taking a photograph of Allen cradling one of the adoptable dogs.
Towards the end of that month, Steinfeld and Allen jointly hosted a Halloween celebration for the Bills players and their partners. The event, held on October 28, featured a circus theme, with both Steinfeld and Allen attired as ring masters.
November 2024
Allen and Steinfeld publicly declared their engagement on November 29, following the athlete's sunset proposal on November 22.
February 2025
Steinfeld and Allen appeared together for the first time on a red carpet at the 2025 NFL Honors, an event where the athlete eventually secured the MVP award.
Upon accepting the honor, Allen expressed gratitude to Steinfeld in his address, subsequent to them sharing a kiss.
“You’ve been my steadfast support. You are my closest confidante [and] I would not be accepting this award tonight without you,” he articulated. “Therefore, I say to you all, conduct yourselves well, perform well, may God bless and Go Bills.”
April 2025
Allen was effusive in expressing his pride regarding Steinfeld’s performance in Sinners.
“I am truly enthusiastic for her,” he stated during a press conference on April 22. “I have immense pride in her. The film is receiving excellent critiques. It's a superb cinematic piece, so I encourage everyone to see it. My role is simply to provide her with all possible backing.”
May 2025
Steinfeld and Allen exchanged vows on May 31. The performer donned a bespoke Tamara Ralph dress while solemnizing their union in Santa Barbara, California.
“We were accompanied by the exceptional [wedding photographer] Jose Villa and his crew from Thursday until Sunday to immortalize all the affection. Our wedding was a phone-free event — our desire was for all guests to attend and be fully immersed,” Steinfeld penned in her “Beau Society” newsletter some weeks thereafter. “In retrospect, it stood out as one of our finest choices. However, that implied Jose faced a substantial task, documenting all the enchantment on our behalf.”
June 2025
The recently married couple embarked on a tropical honeymoon under two weeks following their wedding. “Wifey,” Allen wrote as a caption for a June 17 collage of Polaroids from their romantic escape.
August 2025
“Indeed, that was unequivocally the pinnacle night of my existence,” Allen enthusiastically stated about their wedding in the newest season of HBO’s Hard Knocks. “And, I believe, my wife’s life as well. That is her assertion.”
November 2025
Steinfeld spoke effusively about Allen and suggested the couple intends to grow their family.
“I sincerely give thanks daily for discovering my soulmate; it is the most magnificent aspect of life,” she revealed to Bustle. “Existence gains clarity. All things align. I sense I am evolving into the person I consistently envisioned, a transformation significantly influenced by his presence.”
Questioned about her desire for children, Steinfeld responded, “Absolutely.”
