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Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams Debut at BAFTAs

Published 22 February 2026

Actor Paul Mescal and singer Gracie Abrams made their red carpet debut as a couple at the 2026 British Academy Film Awards on February 22 in London, marking a public milestone in their two-year relationship. The pair arrived arm-in-arm at the Royal Festival Hall, posing for photographers and sharing a kiss on the cheek amid the ceremony's glamour.

Mescal, 30, was nominated for best supporting actor for his role as William Shakespeare in the film Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao and co-starring Jessie Buckley. The movie also contended for best picture and received eight additional nominations across various categories. Abrams, 27, attended to support her partner, choosing an elegant floor-length Chanel gown with floral embroidery and lace detailing. Mescal complemented her in a black suit paired with a white collarless shirt and a subtle brooch, opting for a relaxed yet polished look without a tie.

This appearance followed a more casual joint outing earlier in the week. On February 18, the couple attended a London screening of Paul McCartney's documentary Man on the Run, where they posed together in baseball caps and winter coats alongside the musician himself. Those images...

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