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Dunham Recalls Antonoff Crush & Johansson Romance
15 Apr
Summary
- Dunham detailed her crush on Jack Antonoff, who dated Scarlett Johansson.
- Antonoff and Johansson had a teenage romance, splitting before graduation.
- A song by Antonoff's band Steel Train is rumored to be about Johansson.
Lena Dunham's book, released in April 2026, details her past infatuation with musician Jack Antonoff. She recounted learning of Antonoff through his sister, Rachel, and seeing his band fun. on Ludlow Street. Dunham also recalled seeing Antonoff with his earlier band, Steel Train, noting a comment about him dating Scarlett Johansson.
Antonoff and Johansson's own teenage romance reportedly began at Manhattan's Professional Children's School. They are said to have attended prom together before splitting around 2002. One report suggested their breakup occurred just before their graduation due to Johansson's escalating film career.
Further fueling speculation about their past, Antonoff's band Steel Train released a song titled "Better Love" in 2005. The lyrics, including "Hey Scarlett, you're not the same," have led many to believe the song was inspired by his relationship with Johansson.
Antonoff later emailed Dunham in 2012, initiating their relationship. The couple dated for nearly six years before their separation in December 2017. Antonoff has since married actress Margaret Qualley.
