If you’ve spent any time watching 1923 or saw him opposite Blake Lively in It Ends With Us, you probably have a bit of a crush on Brandon Sklenar. It’s okay. Most of us do. The guy has that old-school Hollywood grit mixed with a vulnerability that’s basically catnip for audiences. Naturally, the big question follows: who is Brandon Sklenar dating? There’s been a lot of noise lately. You might have seen TikToks of him looking cozy with Sydney Sweeney or heard rumors about his 1923 co-star Julia Schlaepfer. Honestly, the internet loves to ship actors who have even a shred of chemistry. But if you're looking for the actual truth, it’s much less scandalous—and way more wholesome—than the tabloids want you to believe.
The woman behind the scenes: Courtney Salviolo
Brandon isn't single. He hasn't been for a long time. For about five years now, he’s been in a serious, committed relationship with Courtney Salviolo.
She isn't an actress. She doesn't do the Hollywood thing, which is probably why they work so well together. Courtney is a certified wellness coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer. She runs a platform called The Uncommon Balance, where she talks about holistic health and healing.
They’re actually quite private. You won’t find Brandon posting "couple goals" photos every week. In fact, he’s gone on record saying he’s incredibly protective of her. During the It Ends With Us press tour in 2024, a video went viral of him looking a bit stiff on the red carpet while Courtney stood next to him with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds. People started talking, as they do, claiming he looked "uncomfortable" with her.
Brandon actually jumped into the comments of an E! News post to shut it down. He explained that Courtney was nervous about being in the photo and he was just trying to make sure she felt okay. He basically said that his career puts him under a microscope, and it’s a "vulnerable moment" seeing the person he loves subjected to that same scrutiny when it’s not her world.
How they actually met (It wasn't a movie set)
You’d think a guy like Brandon would meet someone at a high-end industry party, right? Wrong.
In a March 2025 interview with Entertainment Tonight, Brandon admitted he met Courtney on Hinge.
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"I wasn't a phone app guy," he told ET. But it was right when COVID hit in 2020. He didn't have Facebook, and suddenly the world shut down. He was literally wondering, "How am I going to meet somebody?" So, he downloaded Hinge. They matched, and they’ve been together ever since.
They live together in Santa Barbara now. He calls himself a total "homebody." When he’s not filming in Africa for 1923 or in New York for The Housemaid, he just wants to be at home with Courtney and their dog.
Meet the real "third wheel": Remy
If you want to know who really has Brandon's heart, it’s a 13-year-old mini Aussie named Remy.
Remy was originally Courtney’s dog—her "lifeline" through years of dealing with chronic pain and surgeries for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. But since they moved in together, Brandon has become a full-on "dog dad." He’s mentioned in interviews for Forbes and People that his perfect day is just playing guitar at home with "his girl and his dog."
Debunking the Sydney Sweeney rumors
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room. In April 2025, the internet nearly imploded when Brandon and Sydney Sweeney were spotted together at Stagecoach.
They were seen dancing and hanging out during a Creed set. Since they were filming the psychological thriller The Housemaid together, and Sydney had recently gone through a public split from her fiancé, the rumor mill went into overdrive.
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But here's the deal: they’re just friends. Insiders told the Daily Mail and Hola! that they were just "letting off steam" with a group of people.
To drive the point home, Brandon and Courtney made a very public appearance together at the Los Angeles premiere of The Housemaid in December 2025. They were holding hands, looking very much like a couple that is definitely not breaking up. It was a pretty clear signal to the world that the Sydney rumors were just that—rumors.
What about Julia Schlaepfer?
The chemistry between Spencer and Alexandra in 1923 is... intense. It’s so good that fans were convinced they were dating in real life.
The two actors haven't hidden the fact that they adore each other. Brandon has said he felt "truly lucky" to work with Julia, and Julia has mentioned that their connection ran deep from day one.
However, they’ve both been clear that it’s a professional bond. Julia actually stopped following Brandon on Instagram for a bit in early 2025, which sent fans into a tailspin. But in the world of celebrity social media, an unfollow can mean anything from a glitch to a temporary "I need a break from work stuff" move.
The reality? Brandon was at home in Santa Barbara with Courtney while the internet was busy writing fanfiction about him and Julia.
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Why Brandon Sklenar keeps it private
There's a specific kind of pressure that comes with being the "next big thing" in Hollywood. Brandon seems to be handling it by keeping his circle small.
He grew up in Northern Jersey and moved to LA with nothing but a packed car right after high school. He’s worked hard to get here, and he’s seen how the industry can chew people up. By keeping Courtney out of the spotlight—mostly—he’s protecting the one part of his life that isn't for sale.
A quick timeline of their relationship:
- Early 2020: Met on Hinge during the COVID-19 lockdown.
- 2022: Started appearing in small snippets on Courtney's social media (her account is now private).
- August 2024: Red carpet debut at the It Ends With Us New York premiere.
- February 2025: Spotted kissing at the 1923 Season 2 premiere in LA.
- April 2025: Debunked rumors regarding co-star Sydney Sweeney.
- December 2025: Appeared together at The Housemaid premiere, confirming they are still going strong into 2026.
Honestly, it's refreshing. In a world of PR relationships and messy public breakups, Brandon and Courtney seem like they’re just two people who really like each other and their dog.
If you're following Brandon's career, the best thing you can do is respect the boundary he’s set. He’s happy to give us incredible performances on screen, but his Sunday afternoons in Santa Barbara? Those belong to Courtney and Remy.
To keep up with Brandon’s actual work, you should check out his performance in The Housemaid, which is currently in theaters. It’s a massive departure from his role in 1923, showing off a much darker side of his acting range that proves he’s way more than just a handsome face in a cowboy hat.