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My Imperfect Life
My Imperfect Life
Naomi Jamieson

Who is Niall Horan dating? Everything we know about his girlfriend and past relationships

Singer Niall Horan performs on stage during KISS 108's Jingle Ball 2016 at TD Garden on December 11, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts.

While we've sussed out Niall Horan's signature cologne, fans are desperate for updates on his love life. So, who is Niall Horan dating now? Here's everything we know about his girlfriend, plus a recap of his former flames...

Much like Zayn Malik (who is rumored to be dating Selena Gomez) and Harry Styles' dating sitch, their former One Direction bandmate, Niall's relationship status is something of a hot topic right now.

So, who is the Irish crooner currently dating? Here's the latest, plus a look at Niall's dating history, which features some major names—many of whom you might have forgotten he was previously linked to.

Who is Niall Horan's girlfriend and is actually dating anyone?

So, is Niall Horan single or is he dating someone? Brace yourself Niall stans, the Slow Hands singer is indeed taken.

Niall Horan and Amelia Woolley

(Image credit: Getty Images/ Mark Thompson)

Niall is in a relationship with Amelia Woolley and has been since 2020. According to People, Amelia is an account manager at Budweiser Brewing Group and has previously worked at several notable fashion brands throughout her career, including Dior and Chloé.

As mentioned, the pair were first linked in 2020, before they made their first public debut at Niall's Horan & Rose charity gala in September 2021. As of yet, there isn't a ton of intel on their relationship, as they're clearly opting to keep things out of the public eye. That being said, fans have recently speculated that his latest track, 'Heaven' might have been inspired by their romance, which is adorable!

Who has Niall Horan dated in the past?

So, now that we've sussed out Niall Horan's current girlfriend sitch, what of his dating history?

Well, it turns out Niall has been linked to a number of notable names—from Ellie Goulding to Demi Lovato!

Niall Horan and Hailee Steinfeld

(Image credit: Getty Images/ Chris Polk/AMA2017)

Niall and Hailee dated for less than a year after first being linked together in January 2018. Amid the speculation, they seemingly confirmed their relationship in August of the same year, after they were photographed kissing while out and about in LA.

They dated for a further few months before a source then told US Weekly in December that the pair had gone their separate ways, adding: "Niall wrapped up his tour and had more free time, but Hailee’s work schedule really ramped up, so they didn’t have time for a relationship. They still have a lot of love for each other.”

Following their breakup, Niall told Fault Magazine in 2020, while discussing the inspiration for his album 'Heartbreak Weather': "I’m a bad communicator in relationships. I struggle to talk about things. I don’t like to let things build up in me and songwriting does help get it out but it can happen too late."

Niall Horan and Selena Gomez

Before his relationship with Hailee, Niall was also previously linked to Selena Gomez after the pair were reportedly spotted kissing at a party in December 2015, however Selena herself rebuffed the dating rumors.

When asked by Entertainment Tonight if they were together, Selena quipped: "Oh my god! No," before clarifying that things were just platonic between them, adding: "I love him, I always have. He's amazing."

Niall Horan and Ariana Grande

In the same year, Niall was also linked to Ariana Grande, but the 'Positions' singer shut down the rumors, telling The Sun (as per USA Today): "I'm tired of needing to be linked to a guy, I'm not Big Sean's ex, I'm not Niall's new possible girl. I'm Ariana Grande."

Niall Horan and Barbara Palvin

In 2013, rumors started swirling that Niall and model, Barbara Palvin were dating though Barbara confirmed to Digital Spy that they were 'just friends.' 

For those who don't know, Barbara went on to date Dylan Sprouse, with the pair reportedly getting engaged in March 2023!

Niall Horan and Ellie Goulding

In 2014, Niall and singer Ellie Goulding also briefly dated, with Ellie detailing their romantic sitch to Seventeen, saying: "We’re still friends. We went on a few dates, and it was really fun. He’s a really, really lovely guy. 

"He’s got the biggest sense of humor, he’s very caring, and I see him as a genuine friend in the industry."

Niall Horan and Demi Lovato

After confessing that his celebrity crush was Demi Lovato in 2012, romance rumors of course started swirling, though Demi set the record straight in an interview with Seventeen, clarifying that they were just friends.

Demi said: "I think Niall is super, super sweet and we’ve become good friends," before adding, "He's really sweet and it's always flattering when a guy says he has a crush on you. But, I'm in a place right now where I'm not dating. I've sworn off dating for a long time."

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