Recent reports indicate that Scooter Braun is taking the criticism surrounding his relationship with Sydney Sweeney in stride, maintaining that there are "no trust issues" between them. According to an insider, Braun finds the headlines about their romance "comical" and "very funny". This comes amidst swirling rumors and reports about potential strains in their relationship.

The couple, who reportedly began dating in September 2025, have faced public scrutiny, partly due to their age gap and the actress's high profile. Sources suggest that Braun, 44, is "unfazed" by the negative reactions and that both he and Sweeney, 28, are "totally confident and comfortable" with each other. They recently enjoyed a New Year's trip to Europe and were spotted on a date in Hollywood, California.

Despite the outward confidence, some reports have claimed that the couple is facing challenges. One source stated that Braun was "furious and disrespected" by Sweeney's meeting with her former fiancé, Jonathan Davino, in Los Angeles last November. Sweeney ended her engagement with Davino, after seven years together, in March 2025.

Another reported point of contention is Sweeney's independent nature. Insiders have said that Sweeney "values time alone," while Braun "prefers togetherness, and he's still adjusting to that". It has also been reported that Braun is struggling with athletes sending Sweeney direct messages on social media. Sources claim he finds the persistence of these messages "incredibly disrespectful," even though Sweeney reportedly ignores and blocks the senders.

However, other sources close to the couple paint a more positive picture. One insider told People magazine that Sweeney's friends and family are "really happy" about her relationship with Braun, finding it a "relief to see her genuinely happy". Similarly, Braun's friends are reportedly equally positive, noting that they "haven't seen him this settled in a relationship in a long time" and can "tell how much he admires her".

Sweeney and Braun reportedly met at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding in Venice in June 2025. Sources indicate that things have become serious between them, with one insider stating in December that they are in a "committed relationship". Despite the various reports, Braun's camp is downplaying any signs of trouble, emphasizing the couple's confidence and comfort in their relationship.