The Rumored Romance
Julianne Hough and Tyler Lain have been making headlines recently for their cozy photos and sweet messages on social media. The two actors, who met in New York City, sparked speculation that they were dating after Hough posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to Lain in March 2023. She called him “my love” and “a warm hug” and shared pictures of them embracing on the beach. Lain also posted photos from their sunset beachside photoshoot, where they looked very comfortable and happy together.
However, Hough quickly shut down the dating rumors by clarifying their relationship status on her Instagram story. She wrote, “For everyone assuming…Tyler is my BEST FRIEND! We are not in a relationship :)” She also added a heart emoji and a smiley face to emphasize her point.
The Friendship
So, how did Julianne Hough and Tyler Lain become such close friends? According to Parade, the two met through mutual friends in New York City, where they both live. Hough moved to the Big Apple in 2020, after announcing her divorce from Brooks Laich, her husband of three years. Lain is a rising star who has appeared in shows like Animal Kingdom and The Blacklist.
Hough and Lain have been spending a lot of time together, enjoying the city life and supporting each other’s careers. Hough wrote in her birthday post for Lain, “You’ve been such an important reason why NYC feels like home to me and so many of our friends.” She also praised his talent and passion as an actor and a dancer. Lain, in turn, has been showing his admiration for Hough’s work as a dancer, singer, and wellness advocate. He often reposts her content on his Instagram story and comments on her posts with heart emojis and compliments.
The Future
While Julianne Hough and Tyler Lain are not dating, they seem to have a very special bond that goes beyond friendship. They have a lot in common, such as their love for dancing, acting, and living in the moment. They also have a lot of respect and affection for each other, as evident from their social media interactions. They are not shy about expressing their feelings and showing their support for one another.
Will Julianne Hough and Tyler Lain ever take their friendship to the next level? Only time will tell. For now, they are enjoying their platonic relationship and having fun together. As Hough said in her birthday post for Lain, “You dance, play and enjoy life to the fullest every single day and therefore transfer all the joy and laughter to anyone and everyone who meets you.” That sounds like a pretty good friend to have.