The Voice: Celebs Rumors

Blake Shelton has had quite the run over the course of his 22 seasons on !The only coach who has been a part of every season of the NBC singing competition, The Cowboy is finally hanging it up after the show's upcoming 23rd season — and he's leaving some big boots to fill.From winning a record nine titles on the show, to working with some of the biggest names in music, to meeting his future wife, Gwen Stefani, it seems there's nothing Blake hasn't done throughout his time on So, in celebration of his final season, we're taking a comprehensive look back at all the winning singers, fellow coaches and mega-star music mentors that Blake has worked with over the years.- season 2Jermaine Paul got two chairs to turn with his Blind Audition performance of Avril Lavigne's «Complicated.» After choosing Blake over CeeLo Green, Paul was saved twice — once by his coach and once by the public vote — to make it to the final 4, where his performances of «I Believe I Can Fly» and Dave Barnes' «God Gave Me You» gave him the edge to win the season 2 title.- season 3Cassadee Pope got her musical start with the pop-punk band Hey Monday, but her solo breakthrough came on season 3, where she wowed the coaches, scoring a four-chair turn for her cover of Natalie Imbruglia's «Torn.» After a series of saves by her coaches and the public vote, Cassadee made it to the Top 3, where her performances of Miranda Lambert's «Over You» and Faith Hill's «Cry» sealed her big win. — season 4Danielle Bradbery got three chairs to turn for her Blind Audition performance of Taylor Swift's «Mean» in season 4, but she went with the reigning champ and joined Team Blake.

Irish accent or Southern twang? In a preview of season 23 of , former One Direction crooner and new coach Niall Horan is seen giving his best impression of one of the singing competition show's other coaches, Blake Shelton. As  fans know, this upcoming season will be Shelton's last coaching on the panel after 12 years. Nodding to Shelton's departure from the series, Horan says, «This is my last season on , and I would be honored if you were to be on the last-ever Team Blake.» Season 23 features Shelton, Horan, Kelly Clarkson and Chance the Rapper as coaches. Teasing the lighthearted competition among coaches,  preview shows Shelton asking Horan during the Blind Auditions if he's going to «act like you know something about country music.» Shelton then goes after Clarkson, saying she «always acts like she knows something about country music.»Holding his own, Horan retorts, «Yeah, I am.

Blake Shelton's final season on — so it's only fitting that the Mega Mentor is a country music legend!NBC announced on Wednesday that Reba McEntire will serve as the Mega Mentor for the upcoming season 23, advising Shelton and his fellow coaches — Kelly Clarkson and newcomers Chance the Rapper and Niall Horan — and their team members ahead of the Knockout Rounds.It's a full-circle moment for McEntire, who served as Shelton's Battle Round Advisor during the singing competition's very first season back in 2011.Of course, Shelton isn't the only coach McEntire has a connection with — she's also very close with Clarkson, her former daughter-in-law and frequent duet partner.Season 23 will also see some changes to the  competition, with the addition of a «Playoff Pass» in the Battle Rounds, which allows both artists to advance — and the winner to skip the Knockout Round and head straight to the Playoffs. Each coach will still have a steal in both the Battle and Knockout Rounds, and the return of the Playoff Round will see the top 20 artists going head-to-head to determine who will make it to the live shows.Season 23 premieres on March 6, with the Battle Rounds commencing on March 27, the Playoffs on May 1 and the live shows on May 15.McEntire previously revealed that she'd turned down an offer to become a coach on, explaining that she didn't want to be tied down to a long-term project when she has so much on her plate already.

Camila Cabello is finally in the deep end on  season 22 — and she's having a hard time making the tough calls!In ET's exclusive sneak peek at Tuesday's Battle Rounds, Camila pairs up Eric Who and Sydney Kronmiller for a haunting cover of Lady Gaga's «Paparazzi,» which fellow coach Gwen Stefani raves is so weird «in a good way, like, great-weird!»Gwen praises both singer, but adds that she couldn't keep her eyes off Eric, noting, «Everything about you is just so theatrical.»John Legend raves about Sydney's low range as well as Eric's stage presence, while Blake Shelton pokes fun at Camila about her difficult decision. «Our new buddy here's got a tough one,» he teases.As for their coach, Camila tells Sydney, «I have literally never heard a voice like yours before,» praising her note choices and vocal control. However, like her fellow coaches, she seems to be leaning slightly toward choosing Eric. «I saw you really grow as an artist and step into somebody that I'm really excited to hear on the radio, see perform in shows,» she shared, before slumping over in her seat as host Carson Daly pressed her for her choice.

, new coach Camila Cabello was reunited with the singer that made her blush during the Blind Auditions!Jaeden Luke, 22, took the stage for a Team Blake battle against bodie, with the pair performing «As Long As You Love Me» by Justin Bieber. While both singers wowed all four of the coaches, it was Jaeden who had Camila's ear once again.«Your tone is so beautiful,» she gushed. «I wanna hear it in my ear — just kidding — I want to hear it on a record.

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton have so far survived their first season of as a married couple, but all that might change after Monday's Battle Rounds!Gwen had a tough call on her hands after pairing up Jay Allen and Cara Brindisi for a cover of «Leather and Lace» by Stevie Nicks and Don Henley. Both singers nailed the performance, leaving Gwen to reluctantly choose Cara as the winner.

John Legend is opening up about Blake Shelton's exit from . ET's Cassie DiLaura spoke to the «Wonder Woman» singer at Ralph Lauren's 2023 Spring-Summer fashion show at the Huntington Library in San Marino, California where he shared what he thought about the «heart» and «soul» of the show leaving after 23 seasons.«Well, you know, he's been doing the show for 22 seasons, it'll be 23 when he's done, and you can't do something forever,» Legend said.

and alum died in July of «acute combined drug toxicity,» after he ingested morphine, methamphetamine, fentanyl and acetyl fentanyl, a spokesperson at the Davidson County Medical Examiner's told on Thursday. The outlet additionally reported that Neal's manner of death was ruled an accident by the coroner.On July 19,  first reported that Neal was found dead in his apartment in Nashville, Tennessee, by his roommate. He was 41.At the time, the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department told  that Neal was found dead at 8 p.m.

After being on The Voice for 22 seasons, fans are asking: Why is Blake Shelton leaving The Voice?

Blake Shelton is ready to move on. The «No Body» singer announced on Tuesday his decision to step away from his longtime role as a coach on after the upcoming 23rd season.He is the only coach on the series to have been involved in every season since its 2011 debut on NBC. As for what he'll be working on next, a source tells ET, «Blake will continue to focus on through the new season and also his new show,, music, his 2023 tour and — of course — his family and life on his farm. He's just focusing on other projects both personally and professionally.»Shelton first shared the news himself in a social media post. «I’ve been wrestling with this for a while and I’ve decided that it’s time for me to step away from after season 23,» he said in a statement.

Gwen Stefani is kicking off the season 22 Battle Rounds with an emotional showdown!Talented young performers Jillian Jordyn and Rowan Grace take the stage to perform Lauren Spencer Smith's «Fingers Crossed» during Tuesday's episode, and the powerful duet has their coach on her feet and in tears as she celebrates them.«I'm so proud of my girls!» Gwen gushes. «I'm dying right now, I didn't know I was gonna feel like this!»After plenty of praise from her fellow coaches, Gwen gets down to her critiques, telling Jillian, «I felt like at the beginning, I could hear the nerves in your voice… You recovered and got better and better throughout the performance.

will be a big one! NBC announced on Tuesday that the upcoming season, set to debut in 2023, will be OG coach Blake Shelton's final go-round in the infamous spinning chairs.«I’ve been wrestling with this for a while and I’ve decided that it’s time for me to step away from after season 23,» Shelton said in a statement. «This show has changed my life in every way for the better and it will always feel like home to me. It’s been a hell of a ride over these 12 years of chair turns and I want to thank everyone at  from NBC, every producer, the writers, musicians, crew and catering people, you are the best.»«It takes a lot of work, passion, and adult beverages (Ha!) to pull off a live show twice a week. I’ve made lifelong bonds with Carson and every single one my fellow coaches over the years, including my wife, Gwen Stefani! I have to give a huge shoutout to the singers – the ‘Voices’ who come on this stage season after season and amaze us with their talent and a special thanks to those who chose me to be their coach. Lastly, it’s about y’all, the fans, who watch and support these artists, us coaches and everyone at chasing their dreams.

Jimmie Allen had to wait until he was a major country music star to have a chance on !The «Down Home» singer joined coach Blake Shelton as his celeb advisor for the Battle Rounds on Monday, and admitted to Blake that, before he made it big, he tried out for the NBC singing competition — twice!«I've always wanted to come, see what I could learn from what you're telling these artists. [But they said,] 'Uh-uh!'» Jimmie recalled with a laugh.

, new coach Camila Cabello has already seen one contestant take the stage to sing a song by her ex, Shawn Mendes, but on Monday's final night of the season 22 Blind Auditions, the rookie got a song that was just for her!22-year-old Jaeden Luke took the stage during the final moments of the Blinds with a rendition of Bread's «Make It With You» that had Camila and fellow coach Gwen Stefani swooning — but unfortunately, they couldn't press their buttons for the singer because their teams were full!Blake Shelton and John Legend pled their cases with the talented Washington native, but he made it clear that he would definitely have been Team Camila if given the opportunity.«Gwen should steal you first, but if she doesn't, I'll save you, baby,» Camila told Jaeden.«Thanks for saying baby,» he replied. «I might have been singing it for you.»«Oh my god!» Camila said, blushing.

Gwen Stefani is ready to bring the right temperature to season 22 of ! The Battle Rounds kick off on Monday, and that means it's celeb advisor time — and Sean Paul is here to help Team Gwen!«It reminds me of myself,» Sean told ET of working with the aspiring stars when the pair sat down to discuss the Battles. «You know, when I see them as youngsters and they're getting into the game, their eyes are all wide open. They're ready.»«They're the ones that are winning,» Gwen agreed.

Olly Murs has confirmed he will tie the knot with bodybuilder fiancée Amelia Tank next year, but they will not be jetting off to a luxurious location to get wed in the sun. Instead, the 38 year old and Amelia, 30, will be staying put in the UK – and for a heartbreaking reason involving both of their families.The former X Factor runner-up said he and Amelia want to get married close to home so that both of their grandparents can make the big day. He says: "It will be in the UK because our grandparents are both so old.

Olly Murs has told how his fiancée Amelia Tank nursed him back to health after career-threatening knee surgery left him unable to walk for 12 weeks.The Voice coach, 38, was rushed to hospital in February following a terrifying accident onstage that caused a fragment of bone to wedge into the back of the knee.The injury couldn’t have come at a worse time with Olly's romantic plans to propose to bodybuilder Amelia, 30, at the top of a Cornish cliff in June. Opening up about the operation to replace a torn ligament, he said: “I couldn’t walk. For 12 weeks I was sat in a chair staring at four f***ing walls with crutches and Amelia having to help me to the toilet and get me in the shower.

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton on season 22 of is starting to get personal!The married pair duked it out once again during Tuesday's Blind Auditions when 19-year-old Austin Montgomery wowed them with his performance of Hank Williams' «I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You),» earning chair turns from Gwen, Blake and first-time coach Camila Cabello.Gwen was blown away by Austin's old-school tone and he assured her that he's an «old soul,» who listens mostly to «everybody that everybody's grandpa would know.» Let's be real… I was the ONLY choice for @AustinMonOffic!!! #TeamBlake#TheVoicepic.twitter.com/8zk0nl1OJqThis opened the door for «Abuelo Blake,» as Camila calls him, to quiz his fellow coaches on their country music knowledge.«Austin, I think it would be very important for you to ask the three of us who sings that song you just performed,» he teased. «At least one of us knows who wrote and sang that song.»«What a jerk,» Gwen fired back.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani ready to do battle during Monday's !The talented teen, who hails from South Carolina, was previously a semifinalist on season 14 of when she was just 11, but has returned to the stage for this season of the NBC singing competition, wowing the coaches with her performance of LeAnn Rimes' rendition of «Unchained Melody.»Both Blake and Gwen turned their chairs for Ansley, however, Blake was quicker on the draw, and dropped the block on his wife — landing her for his team!«I literally used my block on my wife,» Blake told the young singer, sharing how passionate he was about having her join his team. «You're stuck with me, I'm sorry!»Gwen didn't seem too offended by the loss, snapping a proud pic of the two onstage to show off their hilarious height difference. She praised Ansley's tone and told her she's excited to see her grow throughout the competition.«I'm super happy for you, because Blake is one of the greatest guys in the whole world,» Gwen gushed.When ET spoke with  coaches ahead of season 22, Gwen admitted that, despite the competition, she was having a great time being back on set with her hubby. «It's just pretty fun,» she admitted, referencing one of the pair's duets as she added, «Like, 'Happy Anywhere,' you know what I'm saying?»But while Blake claimed that he's «more competitive» and strategic with Gwen back, John Legend joked that having his wife on set is the country star's «kryptonite.»«She takes the edge off him just a little bit,» he explained.

coaches panel got a bit of a shake-up this season, and Gwen Stefani has some questions. Namely, about why she can't sit next to her husband, Blake Shelton!«How come they never put me and Blake next to each other?» Gwen wondered between performances during Monday's Blind Auditions.

coach Camila Cabello heard a familiar tune during Tuesday's Blind Auditions — and things got a little awkward!When Tanner Howe took the stage to try and impress the coaches with his rendition of Shawn Mendes' hit, «Mercy,» Camila recognized her ex's track straight away.«Is that my… Is that Shawn up there?» she asked her fellow coaches as they listened. «I was like, is Shawn onstage?»While she didn't turn her chair for Tanner, and her fellow coaches made him sweat it out a little, the performance ultimately earned chair turns from Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and John Legend, who noted that maybe the song hit a little too close to home for Camila.«I know him better than everyone in this room,» she agreed.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have wasted no time facing off on this season of, their fellow coaches are still getting used to having a married couple on the coaches' panel!«Has his accent rubbed off on you?» first-time coach Camila Cabello asked Gwen during Monday's Blind Auditions. «I feel like it's gonna rub off on me a little.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have wasted no time going head-to-head on this season of — their first time coaching together on the show since tying the knot — and on Monday's show, they had to face off over another musical married couple!As the Blind Auditions continued, Katelyn and Derek Drye — a country duo known as The Dryes — took the stage for a rendition of the beloved Kenny Rogers-Dolly Parton duet «Islands in the Stream» that wowed Blake and Gwen, leading to an unexpected revelation from Gwen.«That song would be my dream, if Blake and I could do that song together some day,» the No Doubt singer revealed. Her hubby was quick to agree to the proposed duet, but had to throw an NSFW dad joke in for good measure«I can speak from experience, there's no better way to duet than if you're… doing it,» he teased, earning an eye-roll from his wife.«I think you guys gotta pick Gwen just for that,» John Legend chimed in, teasing the couple as he added, «You're gonna break them up by forcing them to fight over you.»Ultimately, the duo chose to join Team Blake — though that likely means they'll get to spend just as much time with Gwen.«I think it's the first time in history that a married couple were trying to get another married couple onto their team,» Blake quipped as he celebrated the win. «That just shows you, 22 seasons of, you never know what's gonna happen.»«I think it's really fun to go head-to-head with Blake.

kicks off season 22, it's time to take a look back at some of the most successful singers to ever take the stage on the NBC singing competition!From the surprising Blind Auditions to the emotional and tense live shows, never disappoints when it comes to powerhouse performances, and so it's no surprise that some of the biggest contestants have gone on to find success on the charts and at the GRAMMYs.Ahead of his 22nd season, OG coach Blake Shelton even took a moment to marvel to ET about the «unbelievable» level of talent that singers always bring to the show. John Legend agreed, noting that «everybody's got really good team members» in season 22, making for some «tough» competition.

Boy George has listed his north London mansion up for sale for a whopping £17million. The 61 year old has lived at the Italian-inspired Hampstead mansion for nearly 40 years, having bought the incredible space back in the mid-1980s. The incredible space underwent a three-year renovation, which started with the singer embroiled in a battle with Camden Council to get planning permission to extend the property.

showed off a host of talented performers — but only one had the guts to sing two of the coaches' songs onstage!Mississippi native Peyton Aldridge, 25, impressed the coaches with his rendition of «Can't You See» by the Marshall Tucker Band, but it was after his audition that he really delivered the impressive performances.First up was John Legend, who put Blake Shelton on «Team Block,» so he didn't have a chance at landing the cowboy hat-wearing singer. Peyton said that, despite his country audition song, John's hit, «All of Me,» was also a favorite of his to perform and busted out a few impressive bars, leading John to rave about him hopefully joining Team Legend.However, Gwen Stefani also turned for Peyton, and when she joked about him performing one of her hits, Peyton sang a quick chorus of «Hollaback Girl,» to raucous applause from the crowd.«When you sang ['All of Me'], that part of your voice, I was like, 'I gotta get this guy on my team.

had coaches Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani ready to adopt a 15-year-old singer!Michigan native Brayden Lape took the stage — with his proud real-life family waiting in the wings — for an impressive performance of Niall Horan's «This Town» that had Camila Cabello urging Blake to turn his chair. «He's gonna win those young girls over, I'm telling you!» she insisted.While Blake was ultimately the only one to turn, all of the coaches were charmed by the high school athlete's voice and impressive height.«Oh my god, he's so cute!» Gwen Stefani gushed.

Kelly Clarkson may not be a judge again on the latest season of The Voice, which premiered on Monday 19, September, but she still can't help but get the behind-the-scenes scoop from her former co-stars!MORE: Kelly Clarkson joined by children as she accepts Walk of Fame starAs the star reunited with Blake Shelton on the latest episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, the two caught up on everything that's new on the singing competition show.A big change is the arrival of Camila Cabello, who took over Kelly's seat, and the daytime talk show host was quick to inquire how it was going for her.WATCH: Kelly Clarkson dazzles in glitzy mini dressMORE: Kelly Clarkson receives praise from fans over her latest looks on her show"So… how are things at The Voice? I know you miss me," she first teased, to which Blake quickly joked: "Oh my god, so bad."He then reassured the singer that the show, and her judges seat, were in good hands, saying that: "You know, it's… Camilla has done a good job," though maintaining: "Nobody's you."The founding member of the show said: "Let's just say there's only one Kelly Clarkson," before cheekily adding that: "But… there is one person we've found who can talk as much as you, and that's Camila."A post shared by The Kelly Clarkson Show (@kellyclarksonshow)Kelly did eight seasons of The VoiceKelly was quick to agree, sharing her own experience of meeting the former Fifth Harmony member.

Gwen Stefani is getting a blast from the past during 's Blind Auditions!In ET's exclusive sneak peek at Tuesday's episode, 19-year-old Alyssa Witrado takes the stage with the hope of making a team. And she thrills two of the coaches right away — Gwen and newcomer Camila Cabello — when she breaks out her unique rendition of No Doubt's «Don't Speak.»While Camila jokes that the competition feels «rigged» in favor of Gwen, Alyssa gushes that she's a major fan of both coaches, breathing, «I love you, Gwen!»«That's what I say every morning,» jokes Gwen's husband and fellow coach, Blake Shelton.«You're, like, the perfect, ideal dream girl for me to work with,» Gwen gushes, to which Camila laments, «I'm going home!»Watch the full audition below and tune in tonight to see what team Alyssa decides to join!When ET spoke with coaches ahead of season 22, Gwen admitted that, despite the competition, she was having a great time being back on set with her hubby. «It's just pretty fun,» she admitted, referencing one of the pair's duets as she added, «Like, 'Happy Anywhere,' you know what I'm saying?»But while Blake claimed that he's «more competitive» and strategic with Gwen back, John Legend joked that having his wife on set is the country star's «kryptonite.»«She takes the edge off him just a little bit,» he explained.

Gwen Stefani's first season back on as Blake Shelton's wife — and she wasted no time going head-to-head with her hubby over an impressive country singer!When Jay Allen took the stage to perform Cody Johnson's "'Til You Can't" during Monday's season 22 premiere, the coaches were impressed, but only Blake and Gwen ended up turning their chairs for the singer, leading to a couples showdown.«You've got to pick between these two lovely people who happen to be married to each other,» fellow coach John Legend teased.«Blake, he's taught me so much about country music, and I got to be on two No. 1 country hits with Blake Shelton, which was just the most incredible experience of my life,» Gwen shared. «It made me so joyful to recognize that song when it came in, and to hear your voice on it, it was so beautiful.»«I know music, I've toured the world, and I know how to do this show,» she promised.

's most-decorated coach, Blake Shelton, is already facing some stiff competition from the show's newcomer, Camila Cabello!The pair butted heads over a popular singer on Monday's season 22 premiere, as 26-year-old Miami native Orlando Mendez, a self-proclaimed «Cuban Cowboy,» took the stage with his rendition of Luke Combs' «Beer Never Broke My Heart,» earning chair turns from all four coaches.While Blake usually has major pull with 's country singers, Orlando admitted that sharing a hometown and heritage with Camila would make his decision a difficult one.«If Camila and Blake both turn their chairs, it's gonna be a tough choice, man!» he said before taking the stage. «I got my country roots growing up, from Blake Shelton, and then I got Camila Cabello, a pop star from my hometown, someone who I definitely connect with her story. If they're both there, vying for me, that's gonna be a game-time decision.»Things got even tougher after Orlando's performance, as he admitted, «Country music's my passion, I've been listening to [Blake's] songs since I was little, but I come from Cuban roots.».@orlandomendez54 found a home on #teamcamila and it just makes sense pic.twitter.com/wHrKhCfZp7«I've been doing this a long time,» Blake said, pleading his case, only for Camila to chime in, «Too long, some might say!»Ultimately, while John Legend tried to convince Orlando to make an «unpredictable choice,» Orlando went with his roots, choosing to join Team Camila!«It was really exciting to win a country artist, especially over Blake,» the new coach teased.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have trouble competing against each other on  now that they're a married couple?Season 22 of the NBC singing competition kicked off with Blind Auditions on Monday night, and Gwen made her return to the show for the first time since her season 19 victory — as well as the first time since she and Blake tied the knot. During the show, host Carson Daly, who officiated the pair's July 2021 nuptials, asked Gwen how it felt to return to the stage.«I'm just excited to be back here,» Gwen shared, adding, «Blake looks so hot today.»As for their fellow coaches, newcomer Camila Cabello proved she's more than up to the challenge by blocking Gwen on the very first four-chair turn of the season, while John Legend is feeling the responsibility of his new seat on the panel.«It's a lot of pressure, because the people who have sat in this chair — Adam Levine and Kelly Clarkson — have both had heated rivalries with Blake Shelton,» John shared.

Olly Murs moved The Voice fans to tears on Saturday as he performed an emotional tribute to his late friend Caroline Flack. The singer, 38, was close friends with TV presenter Caroline, who tragically passed away in February 2020. During Saturday night's show the audience began cheering for Olly, who is a judge on the hit ITV show, to perform for them.

because she needed a break! The 40-year-old multi-hyphenate announced that she will be taking some time away from the program, ahead of  's fourth season. “I had this conversation with a friend-- I don’t know if balance is the word we should be using,” she tells ET’s Cassie DiLaura.”Because it’s never gonna be perfectly balanced, right? 'Cause everything ebbs and flows.” “I texted the other coaches and the executive producer and everyone and I was like, ‘I’m really sorry, you know, I gotta take a minute.’ And everybody understood it. They’ve been on this ride with me behind the scenes and they get it. Some have gone through similar situations,” she adds.  When it came down to it, it was all about having the summer off to show her children that they come first.  “It was really important I think to show my kids that, yes, Mommy loves work and I love to do what I do, but family is first,” she says.“So, when we need a moment to step back and we need to be together, that’s when you take the time when it is necessary. We need to take those moments," she notes.

Emma Willis looked stunning as she showcased her toned abs while attending the ITV Autumn Entertainment Launch. The presenter, 46, sported dark orange leather trousers, an orange blazer jacket and a brown croptop. Emma was certainly glowing as she flashed a beaming smile while wearing light makeup and gold accessories.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are about to face off on  for the first time as a married couple — but they've had plenty of adorable moments since first pairing up on the singing competition!Gwen returns to the show this fall for season 22 — coming back as a coach for the first time since her first-ever victory in season 19, as well as the first time since she tied the knot with Blake in July 2021. But according to ET's exclusive new promo, her hubby, 's most-decorated winner, isn't going to let his wife have any freebies!The pair first met when Gwen joined the show as a season 7 coach in 2014. Both were going through divorces, and by the time Gwen returned for season 9 the following year, they were an official couple.