Off-Screen Sparks: The Real-Life Love Story Behind 'Tell Me Lies'

The Chemistry That Crossed the Screen

There's no denying Jackson White and Grace van Patten have electric chemistry on the hit show 'Tell Me Lies.' As Stephen DeMarco and Lucy Albright, their TV relationship is anything but stable – and yet, off-screen, their connection is nothing short of enchanting. These two actors, whose paths first crossed during the show's casting process, have found love beyond the scripts and scenes.

A Love Less Dramatic

While their on-screen personas navigate a turbulent romance, Grace assures fans that their real-life relationship is "way less dramatic." The couple, who sparked dating rumors shortly after 'Tell Me Lies' premiered in 2022, kept their love under wraps until later that year. Grace opened up about their journey on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, revealing that their first meeting over Zoom was less than love at first sight. "I didn't like Jackson," she candidly admitted, perceiving him as a "serious actor."

From Skepticism to Connection

But all it took was a dinner with mutual friends for sparks to fly. "We vibed instantly," Grace shared, recounting the night they realized their mutual crush. They spent hours discussing every reason not to pursue a relationship, only for Grace to make the first move with a kiss. By the time filming began for the first season, their romance was already blossoming.

In It Together

Now, three seasons into the show, Jackson and Grace's relationship is stronger than ever. Reflecting on their shared journey, Grace said, "Honestly, it was so fun to go through it with [Jackson] because I think alone, it'd be a lot more overwhelming." Their partnership has not only weathered the storms of their characters' fictional drama but has thrived amid the real-world pressures of fame and success.