Emma Watson, the British actress famed for her role in Harry Potter, has been spotted on a sun-soaked holiday in Italy with a man whose identity had been a mystery—until now.
The Daily Mail can reveal that the man is Austin Kevitch, a 34-year-old tech entrepreneur worth $5 million and CEO of the dating app Lox Club.
Kevitch, who once dated singer Camila Cabello, accompanied Watson on a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, where the actress appeared relaxed and carefree, dressed in leggings with a jumper casually tied around her waist.
New Romance Sparks Speculation
The sighting comes shortly after rumors swirled that Watson might be announcing her engagement to her long-term boyfriend, Kieran Brown.
Emma and Brown reportedly met last year while she was studying part-time for a master’s degree at Oxford University, though sources suggest they may have separated earlier this year—though no official confirmation has been made.
Interestingly, Kevitch and Brown were contemporaries at the University of Cape Town back in 2013.
Whether the two men are acquainted remains unknown, adding another layer of intrigue to this evolving love story.
Kevitch’s Dating Background
Kevitch is no stranger to high-profile romances. He dated Camila Cabello for eight months, and they were first photographed together in February 2023 after being introduced by a mutual friend.
In interviews, Kevitch has described his dating app, Lox Club, as an exclusive, members-only platform designed to “help people find love in non-cringey ways.”
Its strict limits on swipes—between six and 12 every eight hours—aim to foster genuine connections rather than endless scrolling.
When asked about his trip to Pisa with Watson, Kevitch chuckled, teasing, “You’ll get me into trouble!”
The Paris Fashion Week Ring Rumor
Earlier this month, Emma stirred further speculation when she was seen wearing a vintage-style diamond ring on her wedding finger at Paris Fashion Week.
Many assumed this was a sign of engagement to Brown.
Watson later clarified on The Jay Shetty Podcast that she is not engaged and emphasized she refuses to be pressured into marriage simply because it’s conventional.
Watson’s Reflections on Marriage and Independence
Emma has been vocal about her views on societal pressures to marry, calling it “a violence and cruelty against women.”
She shared that the Paris ring was actually part of a ritual celebrating her chosen family and community.
Each of her friends contributed a petal to the 22-petal ring, symbolizing the life she has intentionally built around roots, faith, and trust.
“I’ve just never owned anything so valuable in my life because to me it represents the life that I’ve built, which was the one that I really wanted,” she said.
Emma emphasized that true fulfillment comes from purpose and connection, not conforming to arbitrary timelines or societal expectations.
Support for Trans Rights and Response to JK Rowling
Watson also addressed her public support for trans rights, clarifying that this does not mean she has turned against Harry Potter author JK Rowling.
She said she continues to treasure her personal experiences with Rowling.
However, Rowling responded with a scathing personal critique, accusing Watson of ignorance and suggesting her activism has contributed to undermining women’s rights.
The feud is rooted in longstanding tension over Rowling’s gender-critical views and Watson’s advocacy for trans rights.
Rowling, who has previously criticized Watson and her co-stars Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint for embracing gender identity ideology, recently dismissed Watson’s claims of treasuring their past as “cynical” and “fashion-driven.”
She contrasted her own humble beginnings with Watson’s privileged upbringing to argue that the actress does not fully understand the implications of her public stance.
A Star Navigating Love and Life on Her Own Terms
Despite public scrutiny, Emma Watson appears focused on carving her own path.
Between academic pursuits, activism, and navigating the complexities of love and friendship, she continues to define her life by her own values rather than societal pressures.
Her recent holiday with Austin Kevitch highlights a chapter of exploration and joy—one she seems intent on experiencing on her own terms.