Dakota Johnson and Machine Gun Kelly have suddenly found themselves at the centre of romance speculation after a late-night New York City hangout that also involved Taylor Swift. Yes, you read that right.
The Fifty Shades actress and the My Ex’s Best Friend singer were both spotted in New York on Friday, September 11, and their reported movements through the city have sparked questions about whether they could be more than friends.
According to TMZ, Dakota Johnson and MGK were seen spending time together in New York. Johnson was spotted arriving at Taylor Swift’s Tribeca apartment while Kelly was later seen heading to the same location. The outlet noted that Swift was out of town at the time.
Dakota Johnson And Machine Gun Kelly’s NYC Night Sparks Dating Rumours
The two stars were reportedly together in New York on Friday night. Johnson, 36, was seen arriving at Taylor Swift’s Tribeca apartment in a black SUV. She was wearing an all-black outfit. TMZ reported that Kelly, also 36, later arrived at the apartment.
According to the details circulating around the sighting, MGK arrived around 30 minutes after Johnson and was escorted inside by her security. The pair were then reportedly seen leaving together and heading to a nearby hotel.
That sequence of events has naturally led to speculation about a possible romance.
How Is Taylor Swift Involved In Dakota Johnson And MGK Dating Rumours?
The Taylor Swift connection has added another layer to the story. Johnson was reportedly seen entering Swift’s Tribeca apartment before MGK arrived. According to TMZ, Swift was not in New York at the time.
Swift herself has had a particularly eventful year. She married NFL star Travis Kelce on July 3, 2026, in a star-studded celebration in New York’s Madison Square Garden.
The wedding could also connect Johnson and Kelly to the same celebrity circle. The two met at the star-studded Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding, as per TMZ.
The wedding itself was one of the biggest celebrity events of 2026 with around 1,000 guests and Adam Sandler officiating the ceremony.
Dakota Johnson Recently Split From Role Model
The latest MGK speculation comes soon after Dakota Johnson’s relationship with singer Role Model whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury, came to an end.
TMZ reported in August that Johnson and Role Model had split “a while ago.” The pair had first sparked romance rumours in late 2025 after being spotted together at a dinner in Los Angeles. Their relationship became more public over the following months, including a PDA-filled sighting in April.
Dakota Johnson And Chris Martin: Her Long-Term Relationship
Before Role Model, Dakota Johnson was best known for her long-running relationship with Chris Martin. The Fifty Shades of Grey star and Coldplay frontman were first linked in 2017. Over the years, the pair maintained a relatively private relationship despite intense public interest. Their romance eventually came to an end in 2025.
Who Is Machine Gun Kelly?
Machine Gun Kelly, whose real name is Colson Baker, is a musician and actor who initially became known for his rap career before moving heavily into pop-punk and rock.
His music career includes hits such as My Ex’s Best Friend while his acting credits have also helped make him a familiar Hollywood name.
His personal life has frequently attracted as much attention as his music, particularly his relationship with Megan Fox.
What About Machine Gun Kelly And Megan Fox?
Machine Gun Kelly also has a high-profile relationship history. The two met while filming Midnight in the Switchgrass in 2020 and soon began dating. They got engaged in 2022 but their relationship went through several ups and downs before they ultimately called it off.
The pair split in late 2024 when Fox was pregnant with their first child together. They welcomed their daughter, Saga Blade Fox-Baker, in March 2025.
