Actor Joshua Jackson stirs up speculation of a new romantic venture with Bridgerton actress Simone Ashley, occurring two years following his high-profile divorce
In the bustling city of New York, a surprising encounter between two beloved actors has sparked a flurry of rumors. Joshua Jackson, known for his role in Dawson's Creek, and Simone Ashley, best known for her roles in Bridgerton and Sex Education, were recently spotted together.
The trilogy titled Happy Hours, written and directed by Katie Holmes, features both Jackson and Weeds star Mary-Louise Parker, as well as Hustlers actress Constance Wu. Ashley, on the other hand, has been filming for The Devil Wears Prada 2.
The duo's outing in the city seemed friendly but somewhat private, with no official confirmation of a romantic relationship from either party or their representatives. Both Jackson and Ashley have been single for some time, with Jackson finalizing his divorce from Jodie Turner-Smith in May 2025, and Ashley confirming her single status earlier this year.
Ashley was seen wearing a stylish ensemble, donning a gray satin crop top with a white lace border, a gray midi skirt featuring a scale-like pattern, a large yellow mesh bag, chunky white trainers, and slim tortoiseshell cat-eye sunglasses. Jackson opted for an ultra-casual look with a plain white T-shirt, relaxed gray pants, and dark-green Nike trainers with orange accents.
Rumors of a romantic connection aside, both actors are currently immersed in their respective film projects in NYC. The intrigue surrounding their meeting adds an interesting twist to their professional lives.
Turner-Smith, Jackson's former wife, opened up about their split in an interview with The Times of London in February 2024. After the divorce, Jackson had a short-lived romance with Lupita Nyong'o. Jackson and Ashley's meet-up appears to be the first time they have been pictured together.
Despite the rumors, there is no verified information confirming that Jackson and Ashley are a couple at this time. As the filming of their respective projects continues, fans will eagerly await any official confirmation or updates on their relationship status.
[1] The Independent, "Joshua Jackson and Simone Ashley Spotted Together in New York City, Sparking Dating Rumors", [Date of Publication], [Link] [2] The Hollywood Reporter, "Joshua Jackson and Katie Holmes Collaborate on Trilogy titled Happy Hours", [Date of Publication], [Link] [3] Variety, "Simone Ashley to Star in The Devil Wears Prada 2", [Date of Publication], [Link] [4] People, "Simone Ashley Confirms Single Status After Breakup with Constantin Klein", [Date of Publication], [Link]
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