Keke Palmer is not holding back on her feelings for Sean Evans after their recent dinner date in Brooklyn.
The actress, 32, gave a playful update on her rumored romance with the "Hot Ones" host during a panel at Cannes Lions, revealing her affection for him. "Oh, we're talking about this? First of all, I love Sean Evans. I love Sean. Hey, Sean! That’s my guy," she declared.
During the event, host Jay Shetty pressed Palmer on whether she is serious about Evans, who is 38 years old. The former Disney Channel star confirmed they are indeed "hanging out," hinting at the potential for more. "You never know what could arise," she teased.
Palmer elaborated, saying they are "just taking it day by day, one wing at a time, so to speak." This cheeky metaphor reflects their casual approach to dating.
The two first crossed paths in 2017 when Palmer appeared on Evans' talk show. They reunited for another episode four years later, reigniting speculation about their chemistry.
In 2023, Evans openly admitted to having a crush on Palmer during an appearance on "Chicken Shop Date." He called her a "very charming woman," prompting Palmer to share the clip on her Instagram and respond with "too kind."
Last year, during her third appearance on "Hot Ones," Palmer asked Evans for a "quick smooch," and they shared a kiss on camera, further fueling dating rumors.
In May, the pair exchanged flirty banter on Palmer's podcast, "Baby, This Is Keke Palmer," which only intensified public interest in their relationship. Social media users have been urging them to date officially.
On June 12, they were spotted enjoying dinner together at Italian restaurant Lucali in Brooklyn. An eyewitness reported that they were "locked in" on each other, although there was no public display of affection. The source described Evans as "smitten."
Evans has been linked to adult film star Melissa Stratton in the past, while Palmer's last public relationship was with Darius Jackson, the father of her 3-year-old child.
