Sydney Sweeney Steps Out With Scooter Braun in Santa Barbara as Actress Brushes Off Major Box Office Setback
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney appeared to be in good spirits this week as she enjoyed a relaxed lunch date with music executive Scooter Braun in Santa Barbara, California. The sighting comes just days after the 28-year-old actress’s latest film, Christy, suffered one of the weakest box office openings in recent years — yet Sweeney seemed determined to move forward with a smile.
The Euphoria and Anyone But You actress was seen cozying up to Braun, 44, at Jeannine’s Bakery & Restaurant on Veteran’s Day Tuesday, where the pair appeared completely at ease while sharing laughs over lunch.
Their outing adds fuel to the growing buzz around their relationship, which has reportedly been heating up in recent months.
Sweeney and Braun arrived together on bicycles before settling into a sunny outdoor table. According to onlookers, the couple appeared “completely absorbed in each other,” enjoying their intimate meal before heading off for a private tour of Lotusland, one of Santa Barbara’s most exclusive botanical gardens.
The actress embraced an effortlessly chic California look for the day, wearing a brown knit sweater, tiny denim shorts, and beige Valentino shearling sneakers.
She accessorized her outfit with black Gucci cat-eye sunglasses, a designer leather handbag, and a pair of $17,000 Brilliant Earth diamond stud earrings — a favorite piece she has been spotted wearing multiple times.
Her recently cropped blonde hair was styled naturally, and she opted for minimal makeup, letting her fresh glow take center stage.
Braun kept his look casual with a white long-sleeved T-shirt, gray shorts, New Balance 997 sneakers, and a New York Knicks cap, exuding laid-back comfort for the daytime date.
The outing followed a challenging weekend for Sweeney’s acting career. Her latest biographical drama, Christy, opened to just $1.3 million across 2,011 theaters, according to The Wrap.
The film, in which she stars as legendary boxer Christy Martin, averaged only $649 per venue, making it one of the 12 worst wide releases in modern box office history, as reported by Box Office Mojo.
Despite a moderate 67% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film failed to connect with audiences, adding to a string of underwhelming box office results for Sweeney.
Earlier this year, her indie films Americana and Eden also struggled to draw crowds, earning just $500,000 and $1.05 million, respectively, during their opening weekends.
Nevertheless, industry insiders say Sweeney remains focused on her upcoming projects — and her growing off-screen happiness may be helping her stay positive amid professional setbacks.
Romance Heats Up Between Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun
The relationship between Sweeney and Braun continues to attract attention from Hollywood watchers. Sources close to the pair describe their bond as “intense” and “deepening quickly.”
The couple reportedly met just a few months ago at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s star-studded summer wedding, and their connection has since evolved into something serious.
According to a source who spoke to The Sun, “Sydney and Scooter are like teenage lovers — they’re constantly in touch, always on FaceTime or texting when they’re apart.”
The insider also revealed that the two are considering moving in together either by the end of the year or early 2026 as they look to “take their relationship to the next level.”
Another source close to the couple told the outlet, “He really, really likes her.” Braun, known for managing global superstars like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Demi Lovato, reportedly attended Sweeney’s space-themed 28th birthday party in Los Angeles in September, where he was described as “completely smitten.”
Sweeney’s new romance comes just months after her split from longtime fiancé Jonathan Davino. The couple, who had been together for several years, got engaged in 2022 but called it quits in March 2025.
Despite their breakup, the two were recently spotted leaving dinner together at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, sparking brief speculation about a possible reconciliation. However, sources insist that Sweeney and Braun’s relationship is now her main focus.
Friends of the actress say that after a hectic year filled with demanding film shoots and media attention, Sweeney is prioritizing happiness and stability. “She’s been working nonstop and needed a change of pace,” said one insider. “Scooter makes her laugh and helps her unwind — he’s been good for her.”
While her latest box office figures may have disappointed, Sydney Sweeney remains one of Hollywood’s most in-demand young talents.
With acclaimed performances in Euphoria and The White Lotus, she has proven her acting range and continues to command attention on red carpets and magazine covers alike.
As she enjoys a romantic escape with Scooter Braun, the actress seems ready to leave behind recent setbacks and look toward a promising future — both personally and professionally.
Whether Christy rebounds in streaming or not, Sydney Sweeney’s star power and charm remain undeniable.
For now, the actress appears focused on two things: new beginnings and lasting happiness — and from all appearances in Santa Barbara, she’s already well on her way to both.