Madison Beer has a new lease on love. The pop singer and songwriter is a few weeks away from the release of her third studio album,Locket, scheduled for Jan. 16. The record pulls from a swell of emotions that emerged when she reached the end of an intense relationship. Beer previewed the album with “Bittersweet,” sharing a music video starringThe Summer I Turned Prettyactor Sean Kaufman. In the clip, Kaufman hands Beer all the remnants of their relationship in a box and slams the door in her face.
As she’s walking home, a parade breaks out full of people congratulating her on being single and wishing her the best in love. In real life, at least, she’s found it. Shortly before “Bittersweet” premiered, Beer publicly launched her relationship with Justin Herbert, quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers. The pair had been quietly linked to each other since August, but have since started to integrate their private and personal lives — from courtside date nights to nautical couples costumes. Here’s a timeline of Beer and Herbert’s romance.
August 2025
Beer and Herbert first sparked dating rumors on Aug. 18, 2025. The two of them werephotographed together on the set of one of Beer’s videos in Los Angeles. Paparazzi snapped them chatting and laughing with each other, getting the internet talking.
Page Sixlater shared photos of them going to a friend’s house in Redondo Beach, California, both dressed casually and carrying a bottle of wine.
Sept. 9, 2025
After romance rumors began circulating, Beer and Herbert followed things up with a date night in L.A., where they were photographed smiling and holding hands.
Sept. 16, 2025
The couple seemed to double down on their relationship when Herbert liked a videothat Beer shared on her Instagram account to promote her single “Yes Baby.” Fans took the interaction as proof of their budding relationship.
October 2025
Beer and Herbert went public when they were photographed kissing on the sidelines ofSoFi Stadium before a game between the Chargers and the Washington Commanders. A couple weeks later, they made a more official appearance as a couple at a Lakers game. Herbert saved a ball from hitting Beer in a moment that quickly went viral. At the end of that month, they went to Dodger Stadium for Game 3 of the 2025 World Series together.
Dec. 9, 2025
Beer appeared on the podcast “Call Her Daddy” and spoke about her mental health efforts and a past suicide attempt. During the interview, host Alex Cooper asked her how a partner has helped her while recovering. Beer brought up her relationship with Herbert, calling him “fully supportive.”