Louis Partridge opens up on Olivia Rodrigo romance, says “we're in the relationship for the right reason”

Louis Partridge opens up about his bond with Olivia Rodrigo while preparing for Netflix drama House of Guinness.

Louis Partridge has been living a life that blends the ordinary with the extraordinary. At 22, he has already gone from school rehearsals to starring in Netflix blockbusters, and his latest role promises to cement him as one of his generation’s breakout talents. He will play Edward Guinness in Steven Knight’s sweeping new period drama House of Guinness, a series set in the turbulent 1860s, tracking the brewing dynasty during an era of family rifts and political unrest.

Partridge, who first charmed global audiences as Viscount Tewkesbury in Enola Holmes, spoke about the challenges of embodying Edward. He describes the character as serious and sober in a world of chaos, and admitted it required discipline to bring nuance to such a straight role. He trained in horse riding, researched Guinness history and even perfected a posh Dublin accent with a dialect coach, joking that he sometimes ordered pints in character.

Beyond his professional rise, Partridge also shared rare insight into his relationship with Olivia Rodrigo, one of the world’s most celebrated young pop stars. The pair were spotted at Glastonbury, where Rodrigo headlined, and later at Wimbledon, drawing headlines for their stylish appearance. Partridge insisted the relationship is grounded in authenticity, saying, “I just have no doubt that we’re in the relationship for the right reason.”

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Their public outings have sparked viral moments online, with fans dissecting everything from their festival clips to Rodrigo’s rumoured ring. Partridge, however, tries to keep life grounded, even deleting Instagram from his phone to cut screen time. Still, his almost nine million followers keep him firmly in the spotlight, with every move fuelling speculation.

While he admits to anxieties about reviews and fame, Partridge seems eager to embrace both the absurdities and responsibilities of his career. With Netflix’s House of Guinness poised to debut, and Rodrigo continuing her own meteoric rise, the young couple embody a mix of glamour, relatability and modern celebrity that keeps fans endlessly fascinated.