Some people believe that 2021 is the year of breakups, and we've seen that this has been true for *some* of the internet's favorite couples. But it's not entirely applicable to all relationships. In fact, some famous couples made their relationships public in 2021, and in the most ~modern~ way possible: by going official on social media.
Celebrity couples who confirmed their relationships in 2021:
1. Diego Loyzaga and Barbie Imperial
Starting the year off with a big reveal are Diego Loyzaga and Barbie Imperial who became Instagram-official on New Year's Day. Since then, the two have shared that they started out as friends and as Call of Duty playmates before eventually developing romantic feelings for each other.
2. Julia Barretto and Gerald Anderson
Rumors have been going around regarding Julia Barretto and Gerald Anderson's relationship status since 2019. Gerald confirmed they were officially together in a sit-down interview with Boy Abunda in March 2021. Since then, they've been spotted on several occasions with Julia even making appearances in Gerald's vlogs.
3. Maris Racal and Rico Blanco
Before May ended this year, Maris Racal confirmed her relationship with Rico Blanco during a press conference for her Maalaala Mo Kaya episode. "Kami po ni Rico... I think basing po sa post na ginawa ko po, I think it's very obvious," she said. Maris also mentioned that they have been busy collaborating on future music releases.
4. Jane Oineza and RK Bagatsing
To keep up with the 2021 trends, RK Bagatsing and Jane Oineza revealed their relationship to the public in a sweet TikTok video of them dancing together and exchanging kisses.
5. Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker
Supermodel Kendall Jenner and NBA star Devin Booker went Instagram official in 2021 to celebrate their first anniversary by posting photos of their time together on Instagram Stories.
6. Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin
In January 2021, Korean media outlet Dispatch revealed that Crash Landing On You onscreen couple Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin were also dating IRL. After their respective agencies confirmed the dating news, Son Ye Jin took to Instagram to talk about her relationship. As per Soompi, Son Ye Jin said, "I'm thankful to have been able to meet a good person, and I'll work hard to tend [the relationship] with care."
7. Pete Davidson and Phoebe Dynevor
Although they didn't directly announce their relationship status, Bridgerton star Phoebe Dynevor and SNL host Pete Davidson were spotted on a cozy stroll in Manchester back in April.
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