The charming British actor, Lucien Laviscount, best known as Alfie in the hit Netflix series ‘Emily in Paris’ is not just of interest to fans on screen, but also in the world of high-profile dating. While some fans wonder about his wife (he is yet to be married), the actor is currently linked to the global pop icon Shakira.
So, what’s actually going on between Lucien and Shakira? Are they dating? Is she his new girlfriend? Or, it is just another rumor?
From Music Video to Dinner Dates: Lucien Laviscount and Shakira’s Cozy New Romance
Lucien and Shakira’s romance became a thing in the media while they were filming her ‘Punteria’ music video. Featuring lots of super intimate scenes, the video was pretty steamy—Lucien Laviscount was shirtless, caressing Shakira’s cheek. At one point, he was even lying across her lap in just a loin cloth. The chemistry between the two was pretty amazing, to say the least. Soon after the video dropped, they were spotted having a cozy dinner at the famous Carbone restaurant in New York City.
The ‘Emily in Paris’ star did not shy away from expressing his admiration for his rumored girlfriend, Shakira. Speaking to E! News, Lucien Laviscount totally gushed about working with the singer, calling her an “amazing talent” and a “beautiful woman.” He couldn’t stop praising her, as he went on about her passion, work ethic, and how she is a great leader with an amazing heart. All these compliments only added more fuel to the dating rumors, and insiders confirmed that they’re casually seeing each other for now. But it does look like it’s a matter of time before things start to get slightly more serious.
Not everyone is thrilled about this pairing, though. Shakira’s friends, apparently, think Lucien is more into the fame that comes with dating the Colombian singer. They reckon he’s just using her to climb the industry ladder, and they’re also worried that Shakira is not yet over her split from her ex-boyfriend, Gerard Piqué, a renowned Spanish footballer, who she dated for a decade. There’s also a fear that Lucien is merely a rebound and there’s every chance she ends up getting hurt.
Lucien Laviscount’s Star-Studded Dating History: From Kerry Katona to Kelly Osbourne
The ‘Emily in Paris’ star has quite a bit of history when it comes to dating famous women. It’s honestly not surprising in the slightest that his relationships always seem to grab the spotlight. Here’s a quick rundown of some of his most talked-about romances.
Kerry Katona (2011)
Lucien Laviscount’s first major public relationship was with former singer Kerry Katona from Atomic Kitten. They bumped into each other on ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ when he was only a teenager at 19 while she was 31. The highly-speculated girlfriend and boyfriend duo received a lot of attention because of all the kisses and cuddles on screen. However, it was not meant to last. As soon as the show ended, they couldn’t keep their relationship going. Kerry called him “charming” later on while also clarifying that it was just a fun thing they had and the two were never actually an official couple.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock (2012)
The following year, there were numerous rumors about a possible fling between Lucien and Leigh-Anne Pinnock from Little Mix. They were seen having dinner together, but just like his last relationship, it did not carry the legs to go the distance. Whatever spark they had quickly fizzled out.
Keke Palmer (2015)
Lucien Laviscount and Keke Palmer met on the set of ‘Scream Queens,’ where they took up the roles of on-screen lovers. Their romance wasn’t limited to the comedy slasher, though. The duo was spotted going on several dates and even shared a kiss. Fans, to this day, wish to see them in a rom-com thanks to their incredible chemistry.
Jesy Nelson (2015)
Later in the same year, Lucien was reported to be seeing Jesy Nelson from Little Mix. The two were spotted having a romantic night out in London, where they kissed. The couple enjoyed their time together, doing lots of fun stuff, including a rickshaw ride. The fling seemed quite enjoyable for both of them, but nothing serious transpired in the long run.
Kelly Osbourne (2019)
Lucien Laviscount was also romantically linked to TV personality Kelly Osbourne. The duo was spotted holding hands at the LA hotspot Delilah, sparking rumors of a possible romance. However, this man seems to end almost every relationship with a fling. So, this wasn’t any different, either. Just like all his dating endeavors, it was unclear how serious Lucien and Kelly were.
Lucien Laviscount’s Lesser-Known Love Interests: From Chelsea Hayley to Hannah John-Kamen
Back in 2011, the actor was believed to be in a relationship with ‘Waterloo Road’ co-star Chelsea Hayley. They reportedly dated for a few months before going their separate ways. Additionally, Lucien Laviscount has also been romantically linked to ‘Hollyoaks’ star Dominique Jackson (early in his career), 2009 ‘Big Brother’ winner Sophie Reade (2010), and ‘Game of Thrones’ star Hannah John-Kamen (December 2021).
Lucien Laviscount and Shakira: A Rebound Relationship or the Real Deal?
Lucien Laviscount, who’s done advertising campaigns since he was a child, certainly knows how to attract attention, both from his romantic interests as well as the public. Given his wild dating history, can you really blame Shakira’s friends for worrying that he might be using her to elevate his fame? Shakira, meanwhile, recently split from her partner Gerard Piqué, so it’s not surprising to imagine she might be vulnerable and looking for love, making it all the more easy to stumble across a potential heartbreak.
Shakira’s friends are pointing out the fact that Laviscount’s past relationships all involve women who were clearly more famous than him. They’re genuinely concerned that his intentions might not be what he claims to be with Shakira, who’s been through a lot herself, so there’s every chance she sets herself up for further disappointment.
The 47-year-old Colombian icon has been pretty open about the pain from her breakup with Piqué (who she more or less considered her spouse), pouring her feelings into her music. Her latest album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, is all about her journey of picking up the pieces after her relationship with Piqué fell apart, especially with all the cheating rumors.
It would be unfair to claim Shakira is not ready to move on, but that’s not the issue here. Her friends are concerned that Lucien might not be the right guy for that. We can’t claim with absolute certainty whether the two are right or wrong for each other, so only time will tell if Lucien and Shakira’s relationship goes the distance or fizzles out like most of Lucien’s flings from the past. For now, the world is watching and speculating.
