Dating rumors have ignited between Stranger Things star Joe Keery, 33, and singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter, 26, sending fans into a frenzy. The speculation began in October 2025 after a playful exchange at the Austin City Limits Music Festival. Carpenter, during her performance, spotted Keery in the crowd and jokingly "arrested" him with pink handcuffs during her signature "cuffing season" skit for her song "Juno". The lighthearted moment quickly went viral, and Carpenter further fueled the rumors by dedicating "Juno" to Keery. Days later, Carpenter was seen attending Keery's Djo set at ACL Fest Nights.
Adding fuel to the fire, the pair were reportedly seen together at a Saturday Night Live after-party in New York City in early 2026. While they arrived separately, photos circulating online showed both Carpenter and Keery at the same event, intensifying fan speculation. Carpenter further amplified the chatter with an Instagram post referring to Keery as the "Djo of my dreams".
Neither Keery nor Carpenter has publicly addressed the dating rumors, maintaining privacy about their personal lives. Despite the lack of confirmation, fans are eagerly supporting the potential pairing, citing their apparent chemistry and single status.
Joe Keery, born on April 24, 1992, gained international recognition for his role as Steve Harrington in the Netflix sci-fi series Stranger Things (2016–2025). He is also a musician, performing under the name Djo. Keery was previously in a relationship with actress Maika Monroe, which ended in 2022. He was also linked to actress Chase Sui Wonders.
Sabrina Carpenter, born on May 11, 1999, is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and actress. She rose to prominence as Maya Hart in the Disney Channel series Girl Meets World (2014–2017). Carpenter has since achieved success as a pop musician, releasing hit songs like "Espresso" and "Please Please Please". Carpenter was previously linked to actor Barry Keoghan, with their relationship ending in December 2024. In February 2025, she declared herself single.
The online buzz surrounding Keery and Carpenter's possible romance highlights the intense interest in celebrities' personal lives and the power of social media to fuel speculation. Whether the rumors are true remains to be seen, but for now, fans are enjoying the possibility of this new Hollywood pairing.
