Move over, Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet, as the internet is buzzing about another surprising duo — Madelaine Petsch and Tyga. The Riverdale star and the "Taste" rapper have been seen together on several occasions in February 2025, making fans speculate about a potential romantic relationship. Life & Style delves into the dating rumors and the evidence that has emerged regarding their relationship.
Are Tyga and Madelaine Petsch Dating?
Tyga (real name: Michael Ray Stevenson) and Madelaine were first seen together at a Los Angeles Lakers game on February 19, 2025. The red-haired actress was spotted courtside in a black leather jacket, jeans, and stylish glasses, watching the home team beat the Charlotte Hornets at the Crypto.com Arena in L.A. Meanwhile, the "Ayo" rapper sat next to Madelaine, wearing jeans, a white T-shirt under a yellow and blue jacket, a blue baseball cap worn backwards, and a chunky chain around his neck.
The following week, on February 26, 2025, the duo fueled further dating speculation when they attended the Vanity Fair and Instagram celebration "Vanities: A Night for Young Hollywood" at Bar Marmot together. They even coordinated their outfits, with Madelaine donning a black mini dress and matching choker, while Tyga opted for an all-black leather ensemble.
During the event, Madelaine and Tyga were photographed sitting next to each other, though they did not display any PDA or hold hands for the cameras. However, a video shared by the celebrity gossip account DeuxMoi showed Madelaine linking her arm with Tyga's as they walked to their car.
As rumors about their romance spread, a source told DeuxMoi that Madelaine and Tyga have "been together for a couple of months now." However, some of Madelaine's Brazilian fans are reportedly upset about this, with the insider mentioning, "Madelaine’s Brazilian fans are fuming due to the allegations around Tyga."
Tyga Addresses Alabama Barker Pregnancy Rumors
The "allegations" in question seem to involve the rapper and Travis Barker's daughter, Alabama Barker. Tyga got involved in a recent dispute between Alabama and fellow rapper Bhad Bhabie (real name: Danielle Bregoli) when Bhabie claimed in her diss track "Over Cooked" that Tyga had gotten the media personality pregnant. However, both Alabama and Tyga have denied these claims.
Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for Vanity Fair"I felt it was necessary to address the outrageous rumors circulating, particularly those from Danielle," Alabama wrote on her Instagram Stories on January 26, 2025.
To clarify, I have never been pregnant, never undergone an abortion, and have never been alone with Tyga or Soulja Boy in any private setting. The notion of any personal relationship between us is entirely invented — it's just a baseless rumor meant to draw attention. I refuse to continue addressing this nonsense, but this will be the last time I acknowledge these pathetic lies."
In contrast, on January 30, 2025, Tyga posted on X, “This is the dumbest thing I have ever heard. I have never had any form of physical relationship with Alabama. It's absurd that I even have to address it.”
Madelaine Petsch Was Last Linked to Anthony Li
Many fans have been perplexed by Madelaine’s appearances with Tyga given her recent relationship with longtime friend Anthony Li. “Wait, I thought she had a boyfriend recently,” one fan commented on DeuxMoi’s Instagram post. Another questioned, “Wasn't she seeing someone else? What’s happening?”
In a February 2024 Instagram post, Madelaine disclosed that she and Anthony, who is Halsey’s manager, had known each other for 10 years but only started dating in August 2022. It is believed that the former couple quietly parted ways sometime post-August 2024, as they have not featured each other on their social media since then.