Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin Enjoy Sunny Malibu Moments Before Cannes Spotlight
A Quiet California Escape Before the Spotlight: Johnson and Martin’s Sweet Pre-Cannes Moments
The Engaged Couple Soaks Up California Calm Ahead of Johnson’s Solo Red Carpet Appearances at the Prestigious Film Festival
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin were spotted enjoying a leisurely day in Malibu, California, just days before the actress took to the red carpet at the Cannes International Film Festival. The couple was seen on May 16, 2025, basking in the California sunshine, offering a glimpse of their affectionate and relaxed relationship ahead of Johnson’s upcoming solo appearances at the renowned film event in France.
The actress, 35, opted for a casual yet chic look — her dark brown hair styled in two braids, paired with a white bathing suit top, ankle-length leggings, a blue sweatshirt, light brown sandals, and oversized oval black sunglasses. Martin, 48, kept it laid-back with a black baseball cap, navy blue shorts, and a grey T-shirt, perfectly complementing the couple’s easygoing Malibu vibe.
This sunny outing marked a serene moment for the engaged pair before Johnson took the spotlight alone at Cannes. The actress graced the red carpet on May 19 for the premiere of Spike Lee’s latest film Highest 2 Lowest and also showcased her new projects, including Splitsville and the upcoming Materialists, set for release on June 13.
Johnson and Martin’s relationship has been a subject of public interest since they were first romantically linked in fall 2017, with their official debut as a couple in January 2018. Engagement rumors first surfaced in 2020, and a source later confirmed to PEOPLE in March 2024 that the couple had been engaged for “years,” though they are reportedly in no rush to marry.
Despite occasional rumors of challenges, a representative confirmed in August 2024 that Johnson and Martin were “happily together,” balancing their careers and personal lives with care. Martin, the Coldplay frontman, expressed to Rolling Stone in December 2024 that Johnson is one of his “best friends,” alongside bandmates and family, emphasizing the profound importance of their bond even as he prefers to keep their relationship private.
Their last public appearance together was in January 2025 in Mumbai, where Martin performed multiple sold-out shows during Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour, and the couple was seen enjoying the city together.
As Johnson continues to captivate audiences on the Cannes red carpet, the couple’s moments of calm and connection in Malibu serve as a beautiful reminder of their grounded and enduring partnership amid the glitz and glamour of their high-profile careers.
