As Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet shock fans by confirming their romance with a PDA-packed display at Beyonce - who are the other unexpected relationships of the year?
Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet shocked the world of showbiz when they confirmed their long-rumoured romance with a snogging session at a Beyonce gig.
The make-up mogul, 25, and the Call Me By Your Name actor, 27, were seen kissing and flirting at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood in a clip shared to social media, at the singer's third and final LA Renaissance tour stop.
After the clip went viral online, many fans were quick to share their thoughts and some admitted they didn't believe the romance rumours until seeing the photos.
One person, assuming the whole romance had been faked, even said: 'Timothee and Kylie! It wasn't a prank?'
While Kylie has typically dated rappers - sharing her two children with Travis Scott - fans were bemused by her relationship with Hollywood star Timothee.
![Confirmed: Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet shocked the world of showbiz when they confirmed their long-rumoured romance with a snogging session at a Beyonce gig](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/15/75171239-12491923-image-a-73_1694098100599.jpg)
Confirmed: Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet shocked the world of showbiz when they confirmed their long-rumoured romance with a snogging session at a Beyonce gig
However, Kylie and Tim aren't the only unexpected pairing to come out of 2023, with several other romances vying for the 'most unlikely couple' award.
Bill Murray and Kelis
Bill, 72, and Kelis, 44, were definitely a blossoming romance that set tongues wagging after they started dating following a 'chance meeting'.
However the May/December romance sadly ran its course after two months, as it was reported in August that they had gone their separate ways.
The Milkshake singer was apparently the one to pull the plug on the relationship, according to The Sun.
However, the breakup was amicable, per the insider, who said: 'Kelis and Bill were — and still are — very fond of each other but things just ran their course.'
They added: 'They both have busy schedules and after a whirlwind romance decided to go their separate ways.'
![Splitsville: Bill, 72, and Kelis, 44, were definitely a blossoming romance that set tongues wagging after they started dating following a 'chance meeting'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/14/74741025-12491923-image-m-66_1694093362724.jpg)
![Single and ready to mingle: The singing and songwriting beauty was the one who allegedly pulled the plug on the relationship with the Lost In Translation star](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/14/74739061-12491923-Single_and_ready_to_mingle_The_singing_and_songwriting_beauty_wa-m-68_1694093380583.jpg)
Splitsville: Bill, 72, and Kelis, 44, were definitely a blossoming romance that set tongues wagging after they started dating following a 'chance meeting'
Kelis previously addressed her rumored relationship with the star back in June when a fan on Instagram asked her, 'Ma'am would you care to address these Bill Murray allegations? Cuz damn! What he doing with all that?'
Staying vague in her response, she replied: 'Lol no babe, I wouldn't bother at all.'
According to the insider, 'They hope to remain friends but also plan to get on with their lives,' following their August split.
The romance reportedly started after the death of Kelis' second husband, Mike Mora who tragically passed away from stomach cancer in March 2022.
A source said: 'Whatever brought them together, they are both single and having fun despite the fairly big age gap.'
Taylor Swift and Matty Healy
Following her break-up from long-term boyfriend Joe Alwyn, Taylor fans couldn't believe who she was next linked to months later.
The 1975's Matty was spotted at several of Taylor's Eras tour concerts, adding fuel to the rumours that they were privately enjoying a fling.
![Brief fling: The 1975's Matty was spotted at several of Taylor's Eras tour concerts, adding fuel to the rumours that they were privately enjoying a fling](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/15/75171037-12491923-image-a-72_1694097815157.jpg)
Brief fling: The 1975's Matty was spotted at several of Taylor's Eras tour concerts, adding fuel to the rumours that they were privately enjoying a fling
Taylor and Matty's rumored romance first came to light earlier in April, with a separate source telling The Sun, 'She and Matty are madly in love.'
'It's super-early days, but it feels right. They first dated, very briefly, almost ten years ago but timings just didn't work out,' the insider added.
Taylor and Matty had been friends going back to 2014, and he indicated their working relationship had further developed in late 2022 when he revealed that he had done work on a Midnights track that ultimately went unreleased.
But the two appeared to develop a romantic collaboration later in 2023 and were spotted holding hands, but buzz about their apparent romance turned sour after her fans revisited seemingly offensive remarks he had made in the past.
The apparently casual romance fizzled out by June when they were said to have broken up.
Taylor and Matty were last seen together on May 25 in NYC. The split came three days after Matty was seen kissing a male security guard at a Denmark concert.
Anna Wintour and Bill Nighy
As Anna and beloved British actor Bill arrived arm-in-arm at the Met Gala, they appeared to finally confirm a romance that has been rumoured for years - days after the US Vogue editor dodged questions about their relationship.
The pair, both 73, who have been close since 2010, sparked dating rumours once again in 2021 following Wintour's split from her husband of 20 years, Shelby Bryan.
At the time her second marriage ended in 2020, it was reported that the editor had dumped her Texan husband because she had 'grown bored' with him.
![Confirmed: As Anna and beloved British actor Bill arrived arm-in-arm at the Met Gala, they appeared to finally confirm a romance that has been rumoured for years - days after the US Vogue editor dodged questions about their relationship (pictured)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/15/75169547-12491923-image-a-69_1694095853233.jpg)
Confirmed: As Anna and beloved British actor Bill arrived arm-in-arm at the Met Gala, they appeared to finally confirm a romance that has been rumoured for years - days after the US Vogue editor dodged questions about their relationship (pictured)
By August 2021, rumours began to swirl that Wintour had found a new flame in her long-time friend Bill after the pair were spotted having dinner together in Rome.
Bill himself has not gone public with a relationship since his split from his long-term partner Diana Quick in 2008, with whom he shares a daughter, Mary.
As well as fashion shows, the pair also enjoy a mutual love of theatre - and in 2018 were spotted together in London as they watched 'The Jungle', a play about the refugee crisis in Calais, Page Six reported.
Ariana Grande & Ethan Slater
Another of the year's most shocking rumoured romances was Ariana and Ethan, who have both broken up with the respective spouses in recent months.
The 'couple' met on the set of Wicked and have apparently grown close, with the singer most recently 'liking' Ethan's newest picture on Instagram as the latest sign that they are in a relationship.
Rumors emerged that Ethan had an affair with Ariana while filming together, but source told People the speculation is unfounded and 'this entire situation has been blown out of proportion'.
In July, it was revealed they had separated from their respective partners, and sources close to the couple deny that the two started dating any earlier than that.
![Shockwaves: Another of the year's most shocking rumoured romances was Ariana and Ethan, who have both broken up with the respective spouses in recent months](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/15/75170207-12491923-image-a-70_1694096611061.jpg)
Shockwaves: Another of the year's most shocking rumoured romances was Ariana and Ethan, who have both broken up with the respective spouses in recent months
'It's much different than what has been portrayed in public,' the insider said, once again asserting that Grande had already separated from her now-estranged husband, Dalton Gomez.
Likewise, they claim that Slater and his wife, Lilly Jay, had already split prior to him finding romance with Grande.
'People have tried to question the timeline,' a close family friend asserted that they were friends and co-stars on the upcoming musical film adaptation.
'The truth is, Ariana and Ethan didn't begin seeing each other until after both parties were separated, respectfully,' the insider continued.
Another source revealed that the Thank U, Next hitmaker and her 'are doing their best to balance the fact that they are in the public eye with the desire to be respectful to all parties involved.'
Tyga and Avril Lavigne
Following the breakdown of her engagement to Mod Sun, Avril sent shockwaves through the industry by linking up with rapper Tyga.
In February, Avril and Tyga were spotted looking cosy outside Nobu in Los Angeles and later that month it was reported that she had split from Mod.
The American rapper was heartbroken by the split and said at the time his 'whole world had turned around in the space of a week'.
The duo were spotted together on many occasions over the next few months, including at Leonardo DiCaprio's party in Paris and during Paris Fashion Week.
![New romance: Following the breakdown of her engagement to Mod Sun, Avril sent shockwaves through the industry by linking up with rapper Tyga (pictured in July)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/09/07/15/75170993-12491923-image-a-71_1694097782040.jpg)
New romance: Following the breakdown of her engagement to Mod Sun, Avril sent shockwaves through the industry by linking up with rapper Tyga (pictured in July)
In June, it was reported that Avril pulled the plug on her four-month relationship with Tyga and according to sources close to the rocker, she 'didn't want to be tied down' in a relationship with the rapper - who she only ever saw as a 'rebound' in the wake of her messy split with her ex-fiancé.
At the time, a source said - while they are likely on good terms - 'you will not see them grabbing a bite to eat or going to the movies together anytime, ever'.
'They come from different worlds and their worlds do not overlap. It was good for what it was.'
However, it seems there was something between them after all, as it is believed they have rekindled their romance after being spotted together again recently.
Madonna and Josh Popper
Madonna, 64, confirmed that she was in a relationship with Josh Popper in March, just a day after Daily Mail exclusively revealed she was dating the boxer.
The Like a Prayer singer confirmed their romance by posting a photograph on her Instagram Stories of herself kissing the athlete, 29
In the photo, both Madonna and Josh were masked and dressed all in black. She captioned the photo, 'Killers who are partying.'
Prior to this relationship, Madonna was dating model Andrew Darnell, 23.
![Smitten: Madonna , 64, confirmed that she was in a relationship with Josh Popper in March, just a day after Daily Mail exclusively revealed she was dating the boxer](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/07/21/68438907-0-image-m-81_1678224720745.jpg)
Smitten: Madonna , 64, confirmed that she was in a relationship with Josh Popper in March, just a day after Daily Mail exclusively revealed she was dating the boxer
![Getting closer: Daily Mail reported that Madonna was dating Joshua after the singer posted a photo of her pressing her lips against Josh's shoulder and squeezing his bulging tattooed right arm as he made a fist at the gym](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/07/22/68439619-11832441-Getting_closer_The_snogging_snap_comes_a_week_after_the_Material-a-89_1678226542598.jpg)
Getting closer: Daily Mail reported that Madonna was dating Joshua after the singer posted a photo of her pressing her lips against Josh's shoulder and squeezing his bulging tattooed right arm as he made a fist at the gym
Daily Mail reported that Madonna was dating Joshua after the singer posted a photo of her pressing her lips against Josh's shoulder and squeezing his bulging tattooed right arm as he made a fist at the gym.
Josh is the owner of the boxing gym Bredwinners in Manhattan.
'In a male driven culture, there are always exceptions,' she wrote in the Instagram Story, which followed a photo of the Material Girl embracing a punching bag captioned: 'Hard to ignore the reality... that most women get demolished.'
Josh also shared the photo on his own account, where he included a second photo with his arm wrapped around the pop star, flanked by three friends as they pose outside a boxing ring.
But sources tell DailyMail.com that this public display of affection wasn't just for show and that Madonna and Josh have been seeing each other romantically.
According to one source, Josh also been teaching one of Madge's six children how to box.