Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse got engaged in December 2023 and are currently expecting their first child together
Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse are engaged and going to be parents!
The “To Love” singer announced her pregnancy in November 2023 while performing at the Corona Capital Festival in Mexico.
Waterhouse and Pattinson sparked engagement speculation when she was spotted wearing a ring on her left hand while walking around London in December 2023 and shortly after, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that the couple are engaged.
Pattinson and Waterhouse first started dating back in 2018 — but they’ve only spoken about their relationship on a handful of occasions.
“I’m shocked that I’m so happy with someone for nearly five years,” the actress said during an interview with The Sunday Times in February 2023, adding that the busy couple never goes more than two months without seeing each other. “I had two days off the other day, and it was like, no question I’m going back to see him.”
Here’s everything to know about Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse’s relationship timeline.
July 2018: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse spark relationship rumors
The two first sparked relationship rumors when they were spotted showing PDA in London in July 2018, in pictures obtained by E! News. A source later confirmed to PEOPLE that the two were indeed an item.
January 11, 2019: Suki Waterhouse celebrates her birthday with Robert Pattinson
Waterhouse had Pattinson by her side as she celebrated her 27th birthday at Casa Cruz in London. The two were reportedly joined by Liv Tyler, Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson for the special occasion.
A few weeks later, the couple was seen holding hands during a stroll in London after going on a run together.
April 28, 2019: Robert Pattinson publicly talks about Suki Waterhouse for the first time
During an interview with The Sunday Times, Pattinson briefly opened up about Waterhouse for the first time while discussing his love life, including his previous relationships with Kristen Stewart and FKA Twigs.
Though he had nice things to say about his exes, the former Harry Potter star was more reluctant to speak about his current romance with Waterhouse, responding, “Do I have to?” when asked to talk about her.
“If you let people in, it devalues what love is,” he said. “If a stranger on the street asked you about your relationship, you’d think it extremely rude. If you put up a wall it ends better.”
Pattinson continued, “I can’t understand how someone can walk down the street holding hands, and it’s the same as when I do it and a hundred people are taking your photo. The line between when you’re performing and when you’re not will eventually get washed away and you’ll go completely mad.”
May 13, 2019: Robert Pattinson celebrates his birthday with Suki Waterhouse
For his 33rd birthday, Pattinson celebrated with a dinner at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles alongside Waterhouse. The two were seen hanging out while outside the restaurant with actor Tom Sturridge before jumping in their car and leaving.
January 17, 2020: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse spark engagement rumors
At the beginning of 2019, Pattinson and Waterhouse sparked engagement rumors when the model wore a ring on her wedding finger during a Dior dinner party in Paris with the actor. However, the couple didn’t provide confirmation.
May 2020: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse live together in London while he films The Batman
After The Batman halted production amid the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, Pattinson and Waterhouse lived together in London, as reported by GQ in his June/July 2020 cover story.
September 16, 2022: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse show PDA in London
On Sept. 16, 2020, the two were spotted showing PDA in London, after production for The Batman shut down on September 3 when someone tested positive for COVID-19. Vanity Fair later reported it was Pattinson who had gotten the positive test. Filming eventually resumed on September 17, after Pattinson was cleared to return to set, according to Variety.
April 15, 2021: Suki Waterhouse posts a photo with Robert Pattinson in the background
Waterhouse went somewhat Instagram official with Pattinson when she posted a cute snap of her in her apartment in April 2021. In the background of the photo, eagle-eyed fans spotted what appears to be a framed photo of Waterhouse giving Pattinson a kiss on the cheek.
July 29, 2021: Suki Waterhouse calls out Gossip Girl reboot for joke about her relationship with Robert Pattinson
In July 2021, Waterhouse called out HBO Max’s Gossip Girl reboot for taking a jab at her and her relationship with Pattinson.
In episode 3, Luna (Zión Moreno), one of the minions of Constance Billard’s new queen bee, attempts to transform new girl Zoya’s (Whitney Peak) public image after she starts dating her long-lost sister’s ex-boyfriend Obie (Eli Brown).
“When are you going to get it? As far as the press is concerned, he’s R-Patz and you’re Suki Nobody,” Luna tells Zoya in the scene.
“Another day to be reminded that women can also be the patriarchy,” Waterhouse wrote in a since-deleted tweet, tagging the show and writer Lila Feinberg, before adding: “Seeing critiques of patriarchy and sexism, then I get name checked as somebody’s ‘nobody’ girlfriend. Make it make sense!”
February 8, 2022: Robert Pattinson says Suki Waterhouse teased him over his Batman role
In his March 2022 cover interview for GQ, Pattinson recalled how Waterhouse playfully teased him when their repairman turned out to be a superfan of DC Comics (which oversees Batman).
“He just randomly started talking about what a DC fan he is. And I’m sitting there facing the other direction, and my girlfriend just keeps continuing the conversation with him,” Pattinson said.
“And I’m looking at her like: ‘Shut the f— up!’ ” he continued. “‘Why are you doing this to me?’ She was very entertaining. Just talking to an obsessive fan.”
February 17, 2022: Robert Pattinson says his role in The Batman made Suki Waterhouse cry
During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Pattinson talked about how he watched The Batman for the first time with Waterhouse by his side, noting that her reaction to it “kind of changed the entire thing.”
“I’m pretty sure she’s not normally into watching superhero movies,” he explained to the host. “And just seeing that it was capturing her attention the entire time, and then she held my hand and touched it [to her face] and I could feel a little tear. And I was like, ‘No way!’ “
May 2022: Robert Pattinson celebrates his birthday with Suki Waterhouse
Following his birthday on May 13, Pattinson was joined by his girlfriend Waterhouse at his birthday celebration, which included Donald Glover, Zoë Kravitz, Tessa Thompson and more stars. In a snap shared by photographer Myles Hendrik, the two could be seen sharing a hug as Pattinson leaned in to kiss Waterhouse on the cheek.
July 12, 2022: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse step out in N.Y.C. together
The couple made a rare appearance together as they were spotted holding hands while strolling around N.Y.C. in July.
December 3, 2022: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse make red carpet debut at Dior fashion show in Egypt
The couple attended the Dior Men Fall 2023 show in Giza, Egypt, and walked the red carpet together for the first time in their four-year relationship.
Waterhouse dazzled in a floor-length mauve dress, while Pattinson looked dapper in a silver suit that he paired with a turtleneck.
“Will never forget this show, under the stars and in front of the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World,” Waterhouse wrote on Instagram.
December 31, 2022: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse host New Year’s Eve party in New York City
“Rob and Suki had a great time,” a source told PEOPLE. “He had a table in the corner and was laughing a lot.”
The insider added, “He and Suki were by each other’s side the entire night. It was a fun evening.”
February 19, 2023: Suki Waterhouse says she’s “shocked” that she’s been happy with Robert Pattinson for five years
In an interview with The Sunday Times, Waterhouse opened up about her long-term relationship with Pattinson.
“I’m shocked that I’m so happy with someone for nearly five years,” she said, adding that the couple never goes more than two months without seeing each other. “I had two days off the other day, and it was like, no question I’m going back to see him.”
Waterhouse also shared that she still gets “incredibly excited” when Pattinson’s name pops up on her phone.
“I think he feels the same about me,” she noted. “We’ve always got so much to say, and I find him hilarious.”
May 1, 2023: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse attend the Met Gala
Waterhouse and Pattinson, who wore Fendi and Dior respectively, attended the Met Gala for the first time as a couple.
The Daisy Jones & The Six star stunned in a sheer floral dress, while the Twilight alum looked handsome in a custom blue suit that featured a sweeping pleated skirt.
July 30, 2023: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse step out in New York City
The couple were spotted strolling hand-in-hand through the Big Apple. Waterhouse looked chic in a crop top and beige slacks, while Pattinson wore a striped button-down shirt, shorts and a pair of Birkenstock sandals.
November 19, 2023: Suki Waterhouse reveals she and Robert Pattinson are expecting their first child
Waterhouse announced her pregnancy onstage at the Corona Capital Festival in Mexico City.
“I’m extra sparkly today because I thought it might distract you from something else that’s going on,” she said to the audience while pointing to her growing baby bump. “I’m not sure if it’s working.”
December 18, 2023: Robert Pattison and Suki Waterhouse spark engagement rumors again
In photos published by TMZ that were taken while the couple was walking around London, Waterhouse was seen wearing a ring on her left hand, creating speculation that she and Pattinson are engaged.
December 21, 2023: Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse are engaged
A few days after the couple sparked engagement buzz, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that the pair are planning on getting married.
“They are engaged. They both want to be married. It’s important for them,” the source said.
