Relationship Timeline and Public Appearances
The romance between Sweeney, 28, and Braun, 45, first sparked in June 2025 when both attended Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding festivities in Venice, Italy. A source told People that Sweeney was initially intrigued by Braun during the trip. By September 2025, multiple outlets including People and TMZ confirmed the pair were casually dating following several outings, with Sweeney having recently ended her engagement to Jonathan Davino.
The relationship quickly grew more serious toward the end of 2025. In December 2025, a source revealed to People that the couple had entered a committed relationship. By April 2026, Sweeney and Braun made their relationship Instagram official, following months of being spotted together in Los Angeles, New York City, Italy, and Lake Tahoe.
Integrating Family Dynamics
The recent Los Angeles outing with Braun’s three children—Jagger, Levi, and Hart, whom Braun shares with ex-wife Yael Cohen—marks a notable shift in the relationship’s dynamic. Licensed clinical psychotherapist Robin Hamilton spoke with Fox News Digital regarding the challenges of blending celebrity relationships with children, noting that the couple must treat the kids as individuals who never chose fame and protect their quality family time away from cameras.
Communications and relationship expert Nicole Moore also spoke with Fox News Digital, stating that parents typically do not introduce a partner to their children unless they are confident in the relationship’s staying power. Moore added that while spending time together can bring a couple closer, the romance could face pressure if all available time is consumed by parenting responsibilities.
Public Scrutiny and Privacy
Throughout their public timeline, Sweeney and Braun have attempted to maintain a low profile despite heavy media attention. In a cover story for Cosmopolitan, Sweeney addressed the challenges of navigating romance under public scrutiny, noting that normal dating experiences often get perceived in non-normal ways by the public.
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