Dakota Johnson & Role Model: From Fling To Real Thing?

From a Spark to a Flame

Romance is in the air, and Dakota Johnson and Role Model (a.k.a. Tucker Pillsbury) are feeling it! What started as a casual connection late last year has blossomed into something far more serious, according to an insider who spilled the beans to People. This love story has been making waves ever since photos of the couple locking lips surfaced, and now we've got the lowdown on how Dakota really feels about her musician beau.

“It’s definitely more than a fling, or just a flirt,” the insider dished, adding that Dakota and Tucker have been seeing each other since late last year.

Taking It Slow and Steady

Dakota isn't rushing headlong into anything. After her high-profile breakup with Chris Martin last year, she's playing it cool and taking things slow. But don’t be mistaken – she’s definitely smitten. The source revealed that Dakota thinks her new man is "cute" and appreciates how well he treats her. It seems like the pair is perfectly in sync, with the insider saying, "They're very much on the same page, and it just feels easy."

Finding Peace Post-Breakup

Back in November, sources mentioned Dakota was easing back into the dating scene and seemed happier and more at peace post-split from Chris Martin. Her previous relationship, described as "often hot and cold," left her wanting a more stable connection. Fast forward to March 12, and insiders were still calling her connection with Role Model "just casual." Yet, it appears the tides have turned, and this romance is heating up!

While Dakota has yet to publicly comment on her relationship with Role Model, she did open up about her dating experiences to ELLE UK, sharing her intrigue with the dating world despite never using dating apps. "Loving someone is the most scary and beautiful thing you can do," she mused, giving us a glimpse into her romantic philosophy.

Whatever the future holds, it seems Dakota and Role Model are enjoying every moment of their evolving love story.