If you’ve spent any time on TikTok, you’ve definitely heard about Hollywood’s new favourite power couple – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse.
Loved by fans across the globe, the Twilight actor and Daisy Jones & the Six star’s low-key relationship has long been a source of intrigue since they were first spotted together in 2018.
Now, as the couple reportedly celebrate their wedding, we’re looking back at Robert and Suki’s complete relationship timeline.
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Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse’s Relationship Timeline
July 2018 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse first spotted together
Robert and Suki first sparked relationship rumours in July 2018 after photos obtained by E! News were published showing the pair kissing in London.
According to the publication, the rumoured new couple were on a date night at Notting Hill’s Electric Cinema where they reportedly watched Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again before heading for drinks at SoHo House.
“Along the way, they were very close and cuddled and kissed many times. Robert was very affectionate to her and had his arm around her the whole way, and Suki reciprocated by holding his hand and kissing it,” an eyewitness shared.
August 2018 – Sources confirm Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse’s relationship
While the couple had not yet publicly confirmed their relationship, a source speaking to Us Weekly revealed that Rob and Suki had been an item for months, with the source sharing that the pair had “known each other and been around each other for a long time.”
The source also added that Suki and Rob “definitely have a love of music in common” and that they “are both really cool, nice, and normal people.”
October 2018 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse spotted leaving London nightclub
Just over a month after the Daily Mail reported that Rob and Suki had split, the pair were spotted together leaving London’s Chiltern Firehouse nightclub shortly after 2:00 a.m.
December 2018 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse attend Christmas party
Much to the delight of fans, photos shared by the Daily Mail in December 2018 captured Rob and Suki leaving a Christmas party together in London’s Regent Street – proving their new romance was still going strong.
January 2019 – Rober Pattinson celebrates Suki Waterhouse’s 27th birthday
Although Rob and Suki had yet to confirm or deny rumours of their relationship publicly, the Twilight star’s attendance at Suki’s 27th birthday party in London certainly added to speculation, with ELLE US sharing photos of the pair leaving London’s Casa Cruz restaurant.
April 2019 – Robert Pattinson speaks publicly on his relationship with Suki Waterhouse
In an interview with The Sunday Times, Rob was probed about his relationship with Suki, to which he responded, “Do I have to [talk about Suki]?”
“If you let people in [your relationship], it devalues what love is. If a stranger on the street asked you about your relationship, you’d think it extremely rude. If you put up a wall, it ends up better. I can’t understand how someone can walk down the street holding hands, and it’s the same as when I do it and a hundred people are taking your photo.”
May 2019 – Suki Waterhouse celebrates Robert Pattinson’s 33rd birthday
After seemingly disappearing from the public eye, photos shared by People reassured fans that the couple were still together, with the publication sharing the snaps of Suki at Los Angeles’ Chateau Marmont to celebrate Rob’s 33rd birthday.
June 2019 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse double date with Taylor Swift
In a star-studded crossover fans didn’t see coming, Rob and Suki reportedly ventured out on a double date with pop princess Taylor Swift and her then-boyfriend Joe Alwyn at members-only club San Vicente Bungalows in Hollywood.
Speaking to Us Weekly, an eye-witness shared that “they were at a table, just the four of them. Rob and Taylor were across from each other.” The source also shared that the four famous friends were “laughing and talking all night.”
September 2019 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse share first photo together
Much to the delight of Rob and Suki fans everywhere, the couple’s friend and photographer Sofia Malamute shared the first picture of the couple to her Instagram account, with the adorable snap showing Suki cuddled around Rob while on holiday in Ibiza.
January 2020 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse spark engagement rumours
Following their appearance at a Dior dinner party in January 2020, Rob and Suki sparked engagement rumours after Suki was photographed sporting a ring on *that* finger.
“Even more exciting is the talk among friends that [Robert] may ask Suki’s father Norman and mother Elizabeth for her hand in marriage,” a source told the Daily Mail.
July 2020 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse spotted in London
In late July 2020, Rob and Suki were spotted walking arm and arm through London’s Notting Hill.
“They weren’t recognised by anyone and they seemed to be in their own little world as they took a long stroll around the village chatting intently, pointing at properties and laughing together… They held hands the whole time or were linking arms and looked very happy,” a source told E! News.
February 2022 – Robert Pattinson opens up about his relationship with Suki Waterhouse
During his press tour for Batman, Rob shared a rare glimpse into his relationship with Suki.
Speaking to Jimmy Kimmel, the actor shared his girlfriend’s reaction to his blockbuster film role, saying, “It was really her reaction that kind of changed the entire thing, because I’m pretty sure she’s not normally into watching superhero movies, and just seeing that it was capturing her attention the entire time… She held my hand and touched it [to her face] and I could feel a little tear.”
December 2022 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse make their red-carpet debut
Four years since rumours of their relationship first surfaced, Rob and Suki *finally* made their red carpet debut as a couple at the Dior Fall 23 Menswear Show in Egypt.
February 2023 – Suki Waterhouse opens up on her relationship with Robert Pattinson
Leading up to the release of Daisy Jones & The Six, Suki spoke to The Times about her relationship with Rob, telling the publication, “I’m shocked that I’m so happy with someone for nearly five years.”
“Rob definitely isn’t getting advice from me about acting, but of course, I’ll try and get him to help me with an audition before he falls asleep on the sofa,” she shared.
“I’m always incredibly excited when I see his name pop up [on my phone] or even a text, and I think he feels the same about me… We’ve always got so much to say, and I find him hilarious.”
May 2023 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse make Met Gala debut
Rob and Suki appeared at their first Met Gala red carpet together in 2023 to celebrate the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty exhibition.
October 2023 – Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse attend GO Campaign Gala
In October 2023, Rob and Suki attended the GO Campaign’s annual gala in Los Angeles.
Rob is an ambassador for the non-profit, which raises money to fight poverty and to educate and protect disadvantaged children across the globe.
November 2023 – Suki Waterhouse alludes to her pregnancy
During her performance at the Corona Festival in Mexico, Suki Waterhouse hinted at her rumoured pregnancy.
“I thought I’d wear something sparkly to distract you from something else I’ve got going on… I’m not sure it’s working,” she told the crowd as she gestured to her stomach.
Following Suki’s performance, Australian music festival Laneway announced that she will be withdrawing from the festival lineup, with the Daisy Jones & the Six star slated to take to the stage in February 2024.
“We were so looking forward to having Suki Waterhouse along to Laneway Festival next year, but due to personal reasons, she can’t make the trip to Australia and New Zealand in February,” Laneway organisers wrote in a statement.
“We can’t wait to welcome Suki back to Laneway in the future when the timing is right. Until then, we wish her all the best and will keep her on repeat.”
Suki’s apparent confirmation came almost one month after rumours first surfaced that she and Rob were expecting their first child together after paparazzi photos captured Suki’s rumoured baby bump while the couple were on a hike.
December 2023 – Suki Waterhouse discusses her pregnancy journey
Sharing a snippet of her British Vogue Get Ready with Me video from the 2023 British Fashion Awards, Suki offered a rare glimpse into her pregnancy journey – hilariously discussing her pregnancy cravings.
In the video, Suki joked that she had eaten almost 50 dumplings ahead of the event, with a member of her team calling room service before telling Suki, “I think you’ve eaten all the classic prawn [dumplings] so they’ve run out, but they just have the prawn and saffron.”
“Did she actually say they’ve run out? Oh my god, that is so embarrassing, but it is properly 50 dumplings,” Suki laughed back, captioning the clip, “Me: no I really haven’t been having cravings.”
December 2023: Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson engagement rumours surface
On December 8, rumours of Rob and Suki’s engagement first began to surface, with a source speaking to Life & Style sharing that Rob reportedly planned to propose during the holiday season.
“He’s telling pals he’s looking to propose over the holidays when they will be surrounded by family,” the source shared, adding, “He’s been sure about Suki for quite some time, and the fact that she’s pregnant has just moved the clock forward on what he was planning to do in the near future.”
10 days later, rumours of Suki and Rob’s engagement continued to swell after TMZ shared a selection of photos of the couple out for a walk, with Suki flashing a glimpse of a new ring.
March 2024: Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson welcome their first child together
In March 2024, rumours emerged suggesting Rob and Suki had welcomed their first child together after photos surfaced of the pair pushing a pink pram.
While the couple themselves did not confirm or deny the news at the time, Suki had not posted on social media in over a month – leading many fans to believe they were celebrating the arrival of their child.
April 2024: Suki Waterhouse confirms the birth of her first child with Robert Pattinson
After an extended social media silence, Suki returned to Instagram on April 5, 2024, to share the first glimpse of her newborn, writing, “Welcome to the world angel.”
One week later, Suki opened up about her post-partum experience, writing, “The fourth trimester has been… humbling!”
“The post-partum period has been filled with exhilarating joy, so much laughter tears, soo many hormones! I’m proud of everything my body has achieved and proud of the kindness and grace I’ve given myself during this recovery period.”
April 2024: Suki Waterhouse reveals the sex of her newborn baby at Coachella
While Suki and Rob did not formally announce the sex of their baby following the birth, Suki seemingly confirmed that the couple welcomed a daughter during her performance at Coachella.
“I don’t know if some of you know, but I had some big life changes happen recently… I love amazing ladies and I’ve been very lucky to have my own little amazing lady and meet the love of my life.”
June 2024: Robert Pattinson shares rare comment on fatherhood
After celebrating the arrival of their baby girl, Robert made his first public comment on his experience of fatherhood while attending the Dior Homme Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 show in Paris.
“[Having a baby] makes you feel very old and very young,” Robert quipped, adding, “She’s so cute. You know, I’m amazed by how quickly their personality comes. So even at three months, I’m like, ‘Oh … I can kinda see who she is already.'”
June 2024: Suki Waterhouse opens up on parenthood with Robert Pattinson
Taking to the cover of British Vogue alongside her daughter as the June 2024 cover star, Suki opened up about her romance and parenthood with Robert.
Reflecting on their decision to start a family, Suki shared that the couple had “really planned” their pregnancy, sharing, “One day we looked at each other and said, ‘Well, this is as ready as we’re going to be.'”
Sharing a glimpse into the arrival of their daughter, the Daisy Jones & the Six star revealed, “[Robert] was there with me and like all dads, he was really nervous, but for someone who’s quite an anxious person, he’s very been very calm.”
“[He is] the dad I could have hoped for. I mean a dad and his daughter? It’s an actual love story.”
January 2025: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse tie the knot
Almost a year after welcoming their daughter, Rob and Suki reportedly tied the knot over the New Year’s period.
Thanks to a tip from celebrity gossip site DeuxMoi, an eyewitness claimed, “Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse got married at NYE at the Caribbean resort I work at!!! They were so cute and sweet, their baby was there in a gorgeous little bridesmaid dress.”
While the news of their nuptials is no more than a rumour at this point, we’ll be sure to keep you posted with any wedding updates!
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