It was the summer of 2020. Most of us were stuck in our living rooms, sourdough starters bubbling on the counter, staring at the same four walls. Then, out of nowhere, the internet exploded. Photos of Eiza Gonzalez and Timothée Chalamet surfaced, and suddenly everyone forgot about lockdown for a minute.
They were in Cabo San Lucas. It was sunny. They looked, well, very into each other.
Honestly, the pairing felt like a fever dream. You had Chalamet, the indie darling known for his lanky frame and high-fashion red carpet looks, and Eiza Gonzalez, the Mexican powerhouse known for high-octane action roles and a certain "bombshell" energy Hollywood loves to pigeonhole. It didn't make sense to some, but to others, it was the ultimate summer fling.
The Cabo Trip That Defined a Summer
They didn't just go to Mexico; they went to Mexico. We’re talking a five-day stay at Chileno Bay, a luxury resort where the water is bluer than a filter. A source told People at the time that they flew down on a private jet with a group of friends.
It wasn't just one photo. It was a whole series.
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- The Poolside Serenade: Chalamet was actually carrying a guitar around. He was reportedly serenading Eiza. It sounds like a scene from a movie, but it was just Tuesday for them.
- The Swimwear: Timothée was rocking bright pink trunks, then blue briefs. Eiza was in a mustard bikini. They looked like they were having the best time.
- The PDA: This is what really broke the internet. They weren't exactly hiding. They were kissing in the hot tub, kissing by the pool, and basically doing what people in their 20s do on vacation.
Back then, the timing was everything. Timothée had recently split from Lily-Rose Depp (remember those yacht photos in Capri? Yeah, he was still living those down). Eiza had just ended things with actor Luke Bracey. They were both single, famous, and apparently ready to hang out in the sun.
Why Everyone Thought It Was a PR Stunt
People are cynical. You’ve probably seen the comments. Because the photos were so clear and the pairing felt "random," the "PR stunt" allegations flew thick and fast.
But here’s the thing: Chalamet hates that stuff. He later told GQ—referring to the Lily-Rose photos, but it applies here too—that it’s embarrassing to have your private moments captured like that. He felt "nob-ish" and "pale." He isn't the type to stage a make-out session for clicks.
As for Eiza, she’s always been pretty private about who she’s dating, even if the paparazzi don't let her stay that way. She doesn't need a PR romance to get roles; she’s been working steadily since she was a teenager in Lola, Érase Una Vez.
The Quiet Fade Out
The weirdest part? After they got back to L.A. and were spotted on a hike together, things just... stopped.
By October 2020, reports started trickling in that they had gone their separate ways. It wasn't a dramatic breakup. No shade was thrown. No cryptic Instagram stories. An insider told E! News that they "weren't together for long" and that it was basically just that Cabo trip.
Sometimes a summer romance is just a summer romance. You go to Mexico, you have some drinks, you listen to some guitar music, and then you realize you’re actually better off as friends.
Where Are They Now? (The 2026 Update)
Fast forward to 2026, and the landscape is totally different.
Timothée Chalamet has been in a high-profile, very serious relationship with Kylie Jenner for years now. They made their big red carpet debut in Rome at the David di Donatello Awards back in 2025, and they’ve been inseparable ever since.
Eiza, ever the class act, actually liked a photo of Timothée and Kylie on Instagram. In a 2025 interview with Cosmopolitan, she was asked about it and didn't hold back. "They look so cute together," she said. "I love Timmy. He’s the most talented, sweetest boy."
It’s rare to see a Hollywood ex be that genuinely supportive. It basically proves that whatever happened in Cabo wasn't messy—it was just two people enjoying a moment in time.
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Insights for the Fans
If you're still looking for a "hidden meaning" in the Eiza Gonzalez Timothée Chalamet saga, there isn't one. It’s a lesson in how the public perceives celebrity "ships." We want everything to be a lifelong romance or a calculated business move.
The reality?
- They were "talking on and off" before the trip.
- The vacation was a fun, short-lived getaway.
- They remained on great terms afterward.
When following celebrity news, it's easy to get lost in the "stunt" theories. But if you look at the way Eiza speaks about him today, it's clear there's real respect there. She’s currently linked to tennis star Grigor Dimitrov, and Timmy is doing his thing with the Kar-Jenner clan.
The next time you see "leaked" vacation photos, remember that even for A-listers, sometimes a trip to the beach is just a trip to the beach. No deeper plot required.