Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun were photographed holding hands and appearing affectionate at the Armani Beauty dinner during the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on Thursday. The couple, who have been romantically linked since September 2025, attended the event where Sweeney served as a brand ambassador for Armani Beauty alongside Kendall Jenner.
Key Developments
- Sweeney, 28, wore a sequined backless dress while Braun, 45, accompanied her in a white button-down shirt, blue shorts, and a backward baseball cap. The couple was photographed sharing kisses and holding hands throughout the evening.
- Earlier in the day, they were seen enjoying a romantic gondola ride in Venice, where Sweeney passionately kissed Braun. The couple also spent time with Braun’s three children—Jagger Joseph, Levi Magnus, and Hart Violet—during their trip.
Festival Role and Public Appearances
Sweeney is attending the Venice Film Festival as a global ambassador for Armani Beauty, the festival’s official beauty sponsor. While she does not have any film projects to promote, she is scheduled to appear on red carpets alongside Kendall Jenner. On Wednesday, Sweeney arrived in Venice and was photographed at Harry’s Bar, wearing a white strapless dress and a custom necklace featuring the initials "SB."
Relationship Timeline and Public Perception
The couple’s romance began after they were photographed together at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding in Venice in June 2025. They were also seen together in September 2025 and February 2026, including at the premiere of Euphoria Season 3 in April 2025. Braun, a talent manager and record executive, was previously married to Yael Cohen from 2014 to 2022, with whom he shares three children.
Additional Observations
On Thursday, Sweeney was joined by actress Nina Dobrev, who wore a strapless jumpsuit to the Armani Beauty dinner. The couple’s public appearances have included outings with Braun’s children, such as a stroll after school and smoothies, marking a notable development in their relationship.
The Venice Film Festival, which runs through September 12, has featured premieres including Ink by Danny Boyle and will conclude with Dio Ride (God Laughs). Other attendees this year include Robert Pattinson, Penélope Cruz, and Javier Bardem.