Paul Mescal, Ireland’s breakout star, has been making headlines not just for his roles in Normal People and Gladiator II, but also for his relationship with Gracie Abrams, the American singer-songwriter. The couple has been linked since June 2024, when they were spotted dining together in London. In a Rolling Stone cover story published on September 15, 2025, Paul Mescal discussed his relationship.
Born on September 7, 1999, in Los Angeles, Gracie Abrams is the daughter of director J.J. Abrams and producer Katie McGrath. Despite her Hollywood lineage, Gracie carved her own path in the music industry. She began her musical journey at the age of eight, starting with drums before moving on to guitar and piano.
In 2019, Gracie took a break from her studies at Barnard College to pursue music full-time. She signed with Interscope Records and released her debut single, “Mean It,” marking the beginning of her professional music career.
Her debut extended play, Minor (2020), was well-received, charting in multiple countries. She followed this with This Is What It Feels Like (2021), which further established her as a rising talent in the indie-pop scene.
In 2023, Gracie released her debut studio album, Good Riddance, produced by Aaron Dessner of The National. The album received critical acclaim and earned her a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist.
Her second album, The Secret of Us (2024), debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 and featured collaborations with artists like Taylor Swift. The album's singles, including “Risk,” “Close to You,” and “That's So True,” showcased her growth as an artist and solidified her place in the music industry.
Gracie's music is characterized by introspective lyrics and a blend of pop, indie, and folk influences. Her performances have garnered praise for their emotional depth and authenticity.
While the couple has kept their relationship private, they've been seen together at various events. In November 2024, Gracie accompanied Paul to the Gladiator II premiere in Los Angeles. In July 2025, they made their relationship public with an affectionate Instagram post during the Glastonbury Festival.
