Grimes Hard-Launches Relationship with Music Producer

Electronic artist Grimes, 38, has publicly debuted her new relationship with music producer Elijah Weinkauf, who goes by the name VADAKIN. They were photographed together at Amazon MGM Studios' Blade Runner 2099 premiere in Los Angeles on Thursday, November 12. Weinkauf has been a key collaborator, co-producing Grimes' upcoming album, PSYOPERA, and sources reveal they have been dating for a significant period.

The couple's creative partnership blossomed while working on PSYOPERA, with Weinkauf reportedly helping Grimes regain her musical inspiration. Industry insiders who have heard early tracks from the album have been highly impressed, with some suggesting it is her best work since 2012's Visions. Weinkauf, in his mid-twenties, is described as a supportive and devoted partner.

Grimes, whose birth name is Claire Boucher, was previously in a high-profile relationship with Elon Musk, with whom she has three children. She also dated Matteo Milleri, known as Anyma, until their separation in August 2025. Grimes recently confirmed that PSYOPERA will be inspired by AI rather than personal relationships and is planned for release in two parts, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.