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Kendall Jenner Jacob Elordi Share Academy Museum Moment

PUBLISHED Oct 18, 2026, 3:04 PM ET

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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi stepped onto the Academy Museum Gala red‑carpet in 2026, sharing a quiet, coordinated look that hinted at a growing romance. Though they did not walk the carpet together, the pair posed for solo photos before meeting at the event’s dinner table, leaning close and holding hands. Their matching black‑and‑white ensembles—Jenner’s custom polka‑dot Valentino gown and Elordi’s Bottega Veneta suit—showed a deliberate effort to present a united front. The couple’s public appearances began with a Coachella smooch in April 2026, followed by trips to Hawaii, Japan, and London for Elordi’s film premiere. In August, Jenner flew to London to support him, and the Academy Museum Gala marked the first time they shared a formal event together. The evening’s elegance, combined with their subtle coordination, has sparked renewed speculation about their future together.

By Claire D. | JQJO News

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2026-04 — Coachella smooch sparks Kendall Jenner-Jacob Elordi romance rumors

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