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Are they or aren’t they? That’s the question the internet has been asking for a long time Keke Palmer and “Hot Ones” host Sean Evans. The friends have rekindled romance rumors in the past year after I love boosters the actress invited Sean on her podcast, “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer,” to discuss their friendship.
But their chemistry actually dates back to 2017, when Keke first joined Sean on his viral show.
Now that the duo has been spotted having dinner in New York City, according to the celebrity gossip account DeuxMoifans are striving to find out if they are a couple or not.
Here’s what we know about Keke and Sean’s relationship so far.
When did Keke Palmer first meet Sean Evans?
Keke and Sean first met in 2017 when she appeared as a guest on his show, “Hot Ones.” At that time, their chemistry was already noticeable, but the moment passed, and it was only years later that Sean admitted that he liked True Jackson, VP alum.
In 2021, Keke returned to “Hot Ones” to reunite with Sean, and that’s when fans raised eyebrows at the couple’s friendly connection.
About two years later, Sean appeared on the “Chicken Shop Date” podcast and hosted Amelia Diemoldenberg asked him if he’s “ever had a crush” on one of his “Hot Ones” guests. He confirmed that it was indeed Keke.
So when Keke joined Sean on his show for the third time in 2025, she suggested a “quick smooch to see if there’s a spark” between them, and Sean happily accepted.
“There’s one more thing I want to say, Sean,” Keke began. “I saw an interview where you said I was your favorite guest and all that really sweet. And I know we just had some wings, but I thought maybe we could just have a quick sip to see if there’s a spark.”
After they shared a quick kiss Hustlers the actress exclaimed, “The spark lit. When I’m dying and my life flashes before my eyes, I want that snapshot.”
Are Keke Palmer & Sean Evans Dating?
Neither Keke nor Sean have publicly confirmed if they are actually dating. So it is unclear whether they have put a stamp on their relationship. But a photo shared by DeuxMoi in June 2026 started a fan frenzy on social media.
The photo in question appeared to be Keke and Sean sitting at a table for dinner in Brooklyn, New York. Perhaps it was a friendly encounter, but social media users were hoping it was a sign of something else.
Who did Keke Palmer have a baby with?
Keke shares her son, Leodis, with her ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson. The co-parents were together from 2021 to 2023.
