Though the couple hasn’t officially announced their romance, it’s looking like a done deal.Nicola Coughlan and Jake Dunn were spotted enjoying the All Points East Festival in London, their arms wrapped around each other in a cozy display. Coughlan turned heads in a summery boho-chic ensemble, pairing a For Love and Lemons Jackson White Dress with Chloé Susanna Ankle Boots and a Miu Miu Matelassé Leather Mini Bag. Dunn kept it casual in a loose shirt and black pants.
The couple first made waves in March 2024 when one of Jake’s Renegade Nell co-stars posted an Instagram story featuring them together. Then, Deux Moi revealed a July 20 snap of Coughlan and Dunn playing Scrabble in a pub.
Who is Jake Dunn?
Jake Dunn and Nicola Coughlan share more than just a love of Scrabble. Dunn, starring in Disney’s Renegade Nell, is making waves in period drama, alongside TV credits in Get Even, The Bastard Son & the Devil Himself, and Big Boys. He’s connected with Coughlan through mutual projects and has shown dedication, working on his Yorkshire accent for a role in Kes.
Nicola Coughlan and Jake Dunn are the epitome of a dynamic Gen Z-millennial romance. At 37, Coughlan brings seasoned charm, while 24-year-old Dunn adds youthful energy to the mix. Their mutual passion for Scrabble seems to be the perfect recipe for bridging any age gaps in their relationship.
Aside from this very public romance, Nicola Coughlan has kept her love life shrouded in mystery since rising to fame. Bridgerton fans speculated about a real-life spark between Coughlan and her on-screen love interest, Luke Newton. However, Coughlan dispelled those fan theories, calling their friendship “lovely” and emphasizing their genuine bond, while appreciating the unique experience of working together on such a grand scale.