Forget the red carpet and studio lights—Aimee Lou Wood and Adam Long brought the romance to the streets of London this weekend.
The two actors were spotted cozying up during a laid-back coffee date on Saturday, sharing cuddles and kisses that had fans doing a double take.
Aimee, 31, looked casually cool in a denim waistcoat and wide-leg jeans, finishing the look with red ballet pumps that screamed effortless style.
Meanwhile, Adam, 34—best known for his intense role as convict Lewis Whippey in Happy Valley—kept it simple in a Levi’s tee, shorts, and trainers.
They haven’t confirmed anything officially yet, but judging by the body language, these two seem pretty smitten.
Co-Stars Turned Close Companions?
The rumored romance comes just months after Aimee and Adam were cast in the upcoming BBC series Film Club, which they’ve been filming together since last year.
According to those watching closely, Aimee has liked every single one of Adam’s posts since the casting announcement dropped last November.
She even gave him a virtual shoutout when he completed a charity run for Movember, writing an all-caps cheer on his post: “YOU DID IT!!!!!!!”
The chemistry between them might not be just acting.
After all, they do play an on-screen couple.
What’s Film Club All About Anyway?
The BBC’s upcoming series Film Club follows Evie, played by Aimee, who hasn’t stepped outside in half a year after a mental health wobble.
Every Friday night, she watches films with her best friend Noa (played by Nabhaan Rizwaan), but things shift dramatically when Noa drops a bombshell—he’s moving across the country.
Suddenly, their platonic setup is tested, and they’re forced to consider whether there’s something more between them.
Meanwhile, Evie’s world is full of lovable chaos, thanks to her single mum Suz (Suranne Jones), her sister Izzie (Liv Hill), and her sometimes-boyfriend Josh, played by none other than Adam Long.
The series explores love, identity, and whether we should follow our hearts or our heads.
Aimee, who co-wrote the show with Ralph Davis, described the decade-long writing journey as “a dream finally coming to life.”
The series was filmed in Manchester and is expected to hit BBC Three and BBC iPlayer later this year.
Aimee’s Romantic History and Honest Take on Breakups
Aimee’s last public relationship was with Sex Education co-star Connor Swindells.
The two dated for a couple of years before calling it quits in 2020.
Connor has since moved on and is now married to Peaky Blinders actress Amber Anderson.
Reflecting on their breakup, Aimee once said relationships don’t always need a hero and a villain.
Sometimes, they just stop serving both people involved.
In a Grazia interview, she explained: “We’d had some time apart and then we realized that maybe the relationship wasn’t serving us both.”
She also admitted that being in a relationship made her lose her sense of self: “I’m very independent but also quite impressionable,” she said, describing the breakup as a dam finally bursting.
From BBC to HBO: Aimee’s Rise and Recent Headlines
While fans have loved Aimee’s acting journey, her personal life has sometimes grabbed even more attention.
After joining the cast of The White Lotus, she faced an uncomfortable moment when Saturday Night Live aired a sketch mocking her teeth and Manchester accent.
The skit, featuring Sarah Sherman as her character Chelsea, used fake teeth and took a jab at fluoride, prompting backlash from fans—and Aimee herself.
She responded on Instagram, calling the joke “cheap” and saying there’s “a cleverer, more nuanced, less mean way” to poke fun.
She made it clear she can handle jokes, but only when they punch up, not down.
“I don’t mind caricature,” she wrote.
“But the rest of the skit was punching up, and I/Chelsea was the only one punched down on.”
Clearing the Air on That White Lotus Feud
Another bit of drama that made waves online was her rumored feud with White Lotus co-star Walton Goggins.
The gossip picked up steam after the two unfollowed each other on Instagram—never a good sign in today’s world.
But both actors addressed it head-on in a joint interview with Variety.
Walton flat-out denied any beef, saying: “I adore this woman madly, and she is so important to me.”
Aimee chimed in too, pointing out how bizarre it is that people obsess over social media interactions.
“Why is everyone obsessing over Instagram?” she asked.
“That is irrelevant. We don’t give a s**t about Instagram.”
Aimee’s Plate Is Full This Year
Aside from Film Club, Aimee’s schedule is jam-packed.
She’s also filming the second season of her BBC sitcom Daddy Issues, and later this year she’ll star in Sweet Dreams, a British crime thriller being compared to Fargo.
The darkly comic film adds another feather to her cap as she continues to balance heartfelt roles with smart, nuanced performances.
Adam Long’s Career Is Quietly Building Momentum
Adam, on the other hand, is steadily building an impressive TV portfolio.
He most recently appeared in ITV’s Protection, reuniting with Happy Valley co-star Siobhan Finneran.
But it’s his Happy Valley role that remains his most memorable—playing a kidnapper’s accomplice in a gripping BAFTA-winning storyline.
With Film Club around the corner and his on-screen chemistry with Aimee getting real-world buzz, Adam might just be stepping into his most talked-about chapter yet.
So, Are They Official or Not?
Neither Aimee nor Adam has confirmed their relationship status—but the cuddles, kisses, and subtle online support say more than enough.
Until they decide to go public, fans will just have to enjoy the romantic tension both on and off screen.