Lily James and her Swiped co-star Pierson Fode turned heads on Friday as they were spotted soaking up the late summer sunshine in New York’s Central Park.
The two looked completely at ease in each other’s company, strolling side by side, chatting, and even sharing playful moments that had onlookers wondering if there might be more than just on-screen chemistry between them.
Casual Style with Matching Vibes
The Cinderella actress, 36, kept things relaxed in an oversized white shirt paired with blue jeans, finishing her look with black sunglasses, flats, and a simple shoulder bag.
Her hair was tied up in a messy bun, giving her that effortlessly cool look.
Pierson, 33, almost matched her outfit with his crisp white shirt layered over a vest and beige chinos, keeping it equally casual but coordinated.
Playful Energy Between Co-Stars
At one point during their park stroll, the duo stretched out on a rocky platform to catch the sun.
They were seen sipping drinks, chatting, and even snapping a selfie together.
Lily, showing her playful side, kicked her leg into the air as she lay beside Pierson, who was quick to offer her a gentlemanly hand when it was time to climb back down.
The easy banter and closeness between them didn’t go unnoticed.
Not Their First NYC Walk Together
This wasn’t a one-off outing. Just the day before, Lily and Pierson had also been spotted walking through the Big Apple, further fueling speculation about their growing friendship—or possibly something more.
With Swiped having just premiered on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ in the U.K. on September 19, the pair have been spending plenty of time together promoting the film.
On-Screen Chemistry Meets Real Life
In Swiped, Lily steps into the role of Whitney Wolfe Herd, the CEO and founder of Bumble, while Pierson plays one of her love interests.
The movie also features Jackson White, Myha’la, and Dan Stevens.
Given their romantic storyline on-screen, fans are already buzzing about how much of that spark might be spilling into real life.
Who Is Pierson Fode?
Pierson has been steadily winning new fans, thanks in part to his recent role in Netflix’s rom-com The Wrong Paris.
Many first recognized him back in 2015 when he played Brooks Wentworth III on Disney Channel’s Jessie.
He later took on the role of Thomas Forrester on the long-running soap The Bold and the Beautiful.
A Look at Their Dating Histories
For now, Pierson doesn’t appear to be publicly dating anyone.
He was last linked to actress Saxon Sharbino, whom he dated around 2020, with their last public sighting together at Coachella in 2022.
Before that, he briefly dated his Dancing With the Stars partner Sharna Burgess in 2017 and had a two-year relationship with Naomi and Ely’s No Kiss List co-star Victoria Justice from 2013 to 2015.
Lily, on the other hand, has had a high-profile dating history, including relationships with actor Jack Fox, Doctor Who star Matt Smith, and most recently musician Michael Shuman, which reportedly ended in 2023.
She was also once rumored to have been linked with Chris Evans. At the moment, she is believed to be single.
Could This Be Something More?
With Lily enjoying a single chapter in her life and Pierson also appearing unattached, their easy closeness in Central Park has left fans wondering if romance could be brewing.
For now, the two seem focused on work and enjoying each other’s company in New York, but their growing bond has already sparked plenty of curiosity.