Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro made headlines this week, but not for the reasons one might expect during the glamorous Met Gala festivities. While Garfield opted to skip the prestigious event on May 5, 2025, he was spotted waiting for Barbaro at the Mark Hotel in New York City after the gala, showcasing a more casual side of the couple that has been keeping their romance relatively low-key.
Barbaro, who made her Met Gala debut in a striking black-and-white tailored look from Dior, walked the red carpet solo. Her ensemble was a nod to the evening's theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style." Despite Garfield's absence from the gala, he made sure to be there for Barbaro after the event, reflecting the couple's desire to maintain a degree of privacy in their relationship.
As seen in a clip captured by Cosmopolitan, Garfield, dressed in a black Muppets tee, sunglasses, and a blue button-up shirt, waited with a smile for Barbaro to return from Willy Chavarria's after-party. The actress, who had changed into a sheer black gown adorned with floral detailing, was greeted warmly by Garfield, who wrapped her in a hug before they left the hotel together.
Garfield's decision to skip the Met Gala is not surprising, given his previous statements about wanting to keep his personal life private. In an interview with Esquire, he stated, "I have never, and I won’t ever, speak about or confirm or deny anything about my personal life with anyone, ever." This sentiment resonates with the couple's approach to their relationship, which has been confirmed to be quietly blossoming since they were first linked in February 2025.
Dating rumors between Garfield, 41, and Barbaro, 34, began after they were seen together at a performance of Richard II at the Bridge Theatre in London on February 20, 2025. Shortly after, an insider revealed to People that the two were indeed dating, describing them as "really low-key" and spending time together quietly.
Since then, the couple has been spotted together on various occasions, including grocery shopping and attending events like the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, where they were photographed leaving together. Their relationship has sparked interest among fans, especially given Garfield's history of high-profile romances, including those with Emma Stone and Alyssa Miller.
Barbaro, who starred alongside Timothée Chalamet in the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, has also expressed her desire to keep her life private. In a conversation with Variety, she shared her experience of deleting social media from her phone to focus on her craft and avoid distractions from the public's expectations and buzz surrounding her co-stars.
Despite their preference for privacy, the couple's affectionate interactions have not gone unnoticed. Fans have taken to social media to express their support for the duo, with one user commenting, "MAY THIS KIND OF LOVE ATTACK ME AT 3AM," while another wished for their lasting happiness together.
As the couple continues to navigate their relationship away from the spotlight, their recent appearances together, including Garfield's presence at the Mark Hotel on Met Gala night, indicate a growing bond that fans are eager to follow. With both actors at pivotal moments in their careers, it will be interesting to see how they balance their professional lives with their personal relationship moving forward.
In a world where celebrity relationships often play out in the public eye, Garfield and Barbaro's choice to keep things under wraps is refreshing. Their story serves as a reminder that love can thrive even amidst the chaos of fame, as they continue to support each other in their respective journeys.
