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Mescal & Abrams: BAFTA Red Carpet Debut
22 Feb
Summary
- Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams made their first official red carpet appearance together.
- They have reportedly been dating since mid-2024, with a three-year age gap.
- Mescal is nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Hamnet.

The 79th BAFTA Awards, held on February 22, 2026, became a spotlight for Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams as they made their first official red carpet appearance as a couple. The pair, who reportedly began dating in mid-2024, arrived hand-in-hand, with Abrams sharing a tender kiss with Mescal on the cheek.
Mescal, nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of William Shakespeare in 'Hamnet', looked sharp in a black suit. Abrams, a singer-songwriter, opted for a striking embroidered gown. Reports indicate the couple shares approximately a three-year age difference, with Mescal born in February 1996 and Abrams in September 1999.
Prior to this BAFTA appearance, Mescal and Abrams were seen together at the Golden Globes 2026 after-party. Despite maintaining a private romance, they have publicly supported each other's careers, with Mescal previously expressing a desire for a family.




