Canadian pop star Tate McRae is in a relationship with New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes, according to multiple reports. The pair are believed to have started seeing each other in late November 2025 and were confirmed as an exclusive couple by early March 2026.
Who is Tate McRae dating?
Tate McRae is dating Jack Hughes, an NHL forward for the New Jersey Devils. In March 2026, sources close to the pair revealed to Us Weekly that the two had been casually seeing each other towards the end of 2025, after Hughes DMed the Canadian singer on Instagram. Although neither McRae nor Hughes has publicly confirmed the relationship, a source close to the couple confirmed to Us Weekly that the relationship had turned exclusive in early 2026. The source stated, “Tate and Jack are dating. They started casually seeing each other late last year, so it’s still new, but they are exclusively seeing each other.”
A timeline of Tate McRae and Jack Hughes' relationship
Tate McRae and Jack Hughes' romance began from a simple Instagram DM and slowly blossomed into an exclusive relationship a year later. The singer, who has frequently cited Madonna as a major inspiration, has not publicly acknowledged the relationship or her partner.
November 2025: Where it all began
Tate McRae and Jack Hughes were first spotted together at Anton's restaurant in the West Village on 21 November 2025, sparking rumours of a romance. Photos of their dinner date posted on Deuxmoi's social media profiles surfaced days after Hughes suffered a bizarre accident at a team dinner that injured his hand.
December 2025: Tate McRae and Jack Hughes make public appearances
On 21 December 2025, Hughes returned to the starting lineup after a month-long recovery period in a match against the Buffalo Sabres. The match was held at the Prudential Centre, where Tate McRae was spotted in the stands cheering as Hughes scored a goal in his first game back. The pair were later photographed strolling together in Manhattan, New York.
January 2026: The pair make more public appearances
On 16 January 2026, Deuxmoi reported that Tate McRae and Hughes were spotted at Mulligan’s Pub in Hoboken, New Jersey, celebrating Jack's teammate's birthday.
February 2026: Tate McRae and Jack Hughes start dating
In February 2026, reports emerged that Tate McRae and Jack Hughes had officially begun dating. The news was first reported by the celebrity gossip tabloid Deuxmoi World, after months of online speculation. Despite online gossip, neither Tate McRae nor Jack Hughes confirmed this update.
March 2026: McRae and Hughes make their relationship exclusive
At the start of March, Us Weekly reported the two had gone from casually dating to an exclusive relationship. An inside source told the tabloid, “She thinks he is a really cool guy, and they have been having a lot of fun together. She has been so supportive of his career and has been loving going to the games and cheering him on.” The source added, “They are making it work during this busy season but hope to have more time together next month when his season ends. Tate thinks he’s really sweet, and it’s going well so far.”
June 2026: Rumours of a breakup begin circulating
As early as May 2026, reports began swirling of the couple's breakup. On 21 June 2026, Deuxmoi World reported that the couple's relationship may be on the rocks as they had not been seen together publicly. The publication added that Hughes had been spotted in several locations in Nashville, at the City Vineyard and Chez Margaux in New York City, reportedly acting single.
How does Tate McRae balance her career and her relationships?
McRae has admitted that the public scrutiny of her relationship with The Kid LAROI was overwhelming. In a 2025 interview with Rolling Stone, she said, “I would never talk that way, even about my friends’ lives. I didn’t realise how much it would affect me, the public knowing my private life, because no one knows the full story of anything, ever. I also hate people painting a situation that’s worse than it is.” The Greedy singer is notoriously private about her relationships. Unlike her relationship with LAROI, which included public appearances and a joint single, I Know Love, McRae and Hughes have not confirmed their relationship on social media or made any official joint appearances.
FAQs
Who is Tate McRae? Tate McRae is a Canadian singer, songwriter, and dancer. Why is Tate McRae so popular? McRae first gained recognition on So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation before becoming a pop star through collaborations with Morgan Wallen, Flo Milli, and Ryan Tedder. Is Tate McRae married? The Exes singer is not married as of July 2026. Is Tate McRae single now? She is believed to be dating Jack Hughes at the time of this writing. Are Tate McRae and Jack Hughes still together? Reports of a breakup between Tate McRae and Jack Hughes have not been confirmed yet. How did Tate McRae and Jack Hughes meet? The pair are believed to have met after Jack Hughes DMed the singer. When were Tate McRae and Jack Hughes first spotted together? The pair were first spotted in public together while having dinner at Anton's restaurant in New York City. Who are Tate McRae's ex-boyfriends? Tate McRae's most well-known romances were with The Kid LAROI, Jonny Hader, and Cole Sillinger. When did Tate McRae and Jonny Hader date? McRae dated the Canadian banking analyst and cinematographer from 2019 and called it quits in 2021. Are Tate McRae and The Kid LAROI still together? Tate McRae and famous Australian rapper The Kid Laroi are no longer together after announcing their breakup in July 2025.
