Pop star Madison Beer and NFL’s Justin Herbert spark romance rumors with a casual L.A. outing

26 August 2025

Madison Beer and Justin Herbert are continuing to fuel romance rumors. Javiles/Bruce / BACKGRID

A whisper of something more than friendship swept across the news yesterday when singer Madison Beer, 26, and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, 27, were spotted together on a relaxed outing in Redondo Beach. Photographs reveal the pair clad in casual wear Beer in a long-sleeve white top paired with gray sweats and ballet flats, and Herbert opting for a black top, white shorts, sneakers, and a cap walking side by side as they headed toward a friend’s home, each carrying snacks and a bottle of wine. This seemingly ordinary scene has stirred unconventional buzz, igniting fresh curiosity about their relationship status.

Speculation first ignited earlier this month when Herbert appeared on the set of one of Beer’s video shoots. Though they showed no physical affection, Beer introduced Herbert to members of her crew, setting tongues wagging. Neither has posted their connection publicly Beer and Herbert don’t follow each other on social media yet Beer has liked several of his posts on the Chargers’ official Instagram account. This subtle digital gesture added fuel to growing rumours that extend beyond the weekend's quiet moment.

The public's fascination with celebrity-athlete pairings is nothing new but remains potent. Think of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce another pop star and NFL footballer whose highly publicized relationship stirred both tabloids and hearts. Fans were quick to draw parallels, eager to see if this could be the next star-powered power couple. Yet, while the optics suggest a spark, there’s nothing confirmed; both stars’ representatives have stayed silent.

Adding an almost theatrical subplot to the story is the presence of Madison’s ex, influencer Nick Austin. Social media observers noted that he seemed to be following discussions about Madison and Herbert on fan pages, prompting a wave of criticism. Reactions ranged from empathetic to scathing, with many labeling the behavior inappropriate, further thrusting this subtle romance rumor into the spotlight of emotional complexity.

The timing of these sightings also reinforces the undertone of mystery. In 2024, Beer quietly attended a Chargers game at SoFi Stadium, laying early groundwork for fans to speculate on a budding connection. The season opener is just around the corner, with Herbert gearing up for his sixth year in the league. Would Madison make another appearance among the stands? Only time will tell.

Previous attempts to clarify the nature of Beer and Herbert’s association offer mixed signals. Herbert once dismissed dating rumors related to Beer by attributing their time together to a casual chess game appearance. Other times, he remained conspicuously silent. The blend of denials, silence, and subtle gestures keeps the narrative deliberately elusive. In many ways, the pair’s handling of these rumors reflects a broader savvy about fame in the influencer age look without confirming.

What makes this story compelling is not just the actors involved, but the cultural script it evokes pop star meets athlete, casual outing turns headline, emojis signal more than posts, and exes post indirectly. The modern celebrity romance moves with the speed and ambiguity of social media, and fans are both audience and detective. Will this connection remain a side story or evolve into a defining chapter? For now, it sits suspended in delightful uncertainty, draped in everyday simplicity and charged with endless possibility.