Singer-actress Sabrina Carpenter has recently been in conversations not just for her musical hits but also for her romantic endeavors. The Feather singer has been romantically linked to Oscar-nominated actor Barry Keoghan for the past few months, with the rumored couple grabbing attention once more when they attended an Oscars after-party together.
While neither the singer nor the actor has officially confirmed their relationship, Carpenter did open up about her approach to managing romance and intimacy in a recent interview with Cosmopolitan.
Sabrina Carpenter Opens Up About Romance and Intimacy
Sabrina Carpenter recently discussed her journey in music while touching on her reflections about s*xuality. The 24-year-old singer mentioned that she has learned “a lot more about s*xuality through writing those than people think.” Carpenter candidly admitted that during her adolescence, she did explore “Cosmo s*x tips.”
However, she underscored the importance of recognizing that approaches to intimacy differ for everyone. In taking personal responsibility, she also highlighted her commitment to prioritizing contraception to prevent pregnancy. The singer told Cosmopolitan,
“I feel like it’s so different for everybody. I mean, at the end of the day, my whole thing right now is, whatever you do, don’t get pregnant. That’s the way I’m living my life. So that’s my s*x tip. Be smart. Use protection.”
The Tall Girl actress further stated that working on her songs has made her aware of the significance of embracing her s*xuality without fear. She further emphasized the importance of prioritizing personal comfort and safety.
“Do whatever feels most comfortable to you,” she said. The Nonsense singer also acknowledged the value of curiosity and self-discovery, particularly in navigating one’s s*xuality and the vital importance of following what feels authentically right for oneself.
Are Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan Dating?
Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan have been linked since 2023. The couple reportedly first met at the Givenchy Spring/Summer 2024 event during Paris Fashion Week. Since then, they have been spotted together on numerous occasions, sparking speculation about their alleged relationship.
The singer and actor later attended W Magazine’s star-studded Grammys after-party together, which has reportedly been followed by alleged house visits and date nights. The Saltburn star cheered for Carpenter during her performance in Singapore as the opening act for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.
The two were later spotted together at Vanity Fair’s Oscars after-party. Although they did not walk the red carpet together, they posed for photos inside the venue. Notably, Keoghan was seen wearing a bracelet with Carpenter’s name on it.
Although they have not officially confirmed their relationship, Carpenter discussed her perspective on romantic relationships in a conversation with Cosmopolitan. “I think I’m still just at this place where I’m really enjoying the newness of all of it,” she said.
Despite the absence of an official confirmation, fans have interpreted various signs as indications of their relationship status, including the Batman actor’s reaction to Carpenter’s SKIMS campaign photos shared on her socials.