The London-born talented star, Hayley Elizabeth Atwell rose to stardom following her role in the hit TV series Agent Carter. The Guildhall School of Music and Drama graduate has since landed multiple gigs that have constantly put her on the big screen. Over the years, Hayley has appeared in blockbuster movies and projects including Captain America, Avengers: Endgame, Cinderella, and many others.
But while Hayley’s success and remarkable career growth has publicly played out before our very eyes, she protects an aspect of her life...her love life. Over time, the actress has come to be known for being notoriously private about her romantic relationships. Still, that has done very little to stop rumors and speculation about who she may or may not be dating. Who are some of those she has reportedly dated? And those she actually confirmed? Here’s a look into everything we know about the actress’s ridiculously secretive dating history.
9 She Was In A Long Term Relationship With Gabriel Bisset-Smith
Hayley was in a long-term relationship with popular screenwriter Gabriel Bisset-Smith. The pair reportedly met at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and were friends for seven years before eventually becoming a couple. After the breakup, the movie star expressed regret-- as she felt that she was not as open as she should have been about their relationship.
8 She Denied Dating Paul Wilson Despite Rumours
Back in 2012, it was rumored that Hayley was dating Snow Patrol Bassist Paul Wilson after a photo of her kissing a man in Dublin surfaced. She however debunked the rumor, stating that the man in the photo was not Paul Wilson and had been wrongly identified.
7 Hayley Was Reportedly In a Relationship With Stephen Merchant
One year after the Paul Wilson rumors, Hayley was once again linked to another man...comedian Stephen Merchant. Reports at the time further hinted that the actress and her alleged beau got involved in a car crash. In true Hayley style, she came out to debunk the rumor while making jokes about the rumored car crash. A statement released by the actress read:
"I don't know why (we were rumored to be dating). We were photographed coming out of the Groucho (nightclub) together. The next thing I know, I'm eating cereal in my pajamas and I get a tweet saying, 'Hayley Atwell in a car accident with Stephen Merchant,' so I texted him and said, 'Apparently we are in a car accident together. Are we OK?'"
6 Evan Jones Was Hayley’s Boyfriend For 18 Months
Hayley previously dated British musician and model Evan Jones. The former couple who were introduced by photographer Rankin made their relationship public when they stepped out together in December 2013. The relationship was however short-lived as they were only together for a little over one year. "We’re not together anymore. It was a mutual thing. He’s younger but really mature. There was no drama. So I’m single and dating until the next two-year relationship comes along,” Hayley said following their split.
5 There Was A Medical Doctor
By 2019, Hayley decided she had had her fair share of Hollywood stars and took a break from dating men in the showbiz business. This resulted in the actress’s relationship with a doctor whom she did not name. “He’s a doctor. A medical doctor, so he’s not in the industry, and I’ve known him since I was ten, Hayley lovingly gushed at the time.
4 Hayley Hoped To Settle Down With Him
Though Hayley kept her relationship with the mystery man behind closed doors, their romance got serious quickly. So much so that the actress was considering getting married and having kids with him. “I’ve finally met someone I want to share my life with,” She said at the time.
3 She Planned To Keep Him Out Of The Spotlight Until They Are Married
Despite Hayley’s desire to start a family with her medical doctor beau, the actress was never publicly sighted with him. Hayley would later explain that she did not see the need to make appearances with him until they were engaged or married. “I wouldn’t want him to be on a red carpet with me, or in any way, in the public eye unless there was a ring on my finger to respect him and respect the relationship,” she said at the time. Sadly, Hayley’s marriage and family dreams never came to fruition as she and the medical doctor soon went their separate ways. Then came Tom Cruise.
2 Then Tom Cruise Happened
Following their time together on the set of Mission Impossible 7, Hayley was rumored to be in a relationship with famous actor Tom Cruise. According to reports, Tom and Hayley hit it off from day one and spent most of the COVID-9 lockdown together.“They’ve been meeting up after hours, and she’s been to his London pad. They get on brilliantly, and both seem very happy,” a source close to the pair said.
1 She Is Reportedly Single Now
After nearly a year together, Cruise and Hayley have allegedly split. While details of the pair’s breakup remain unclear, Hayley and Cruise reportedly still have to work together on Mission Impossible. With Hayley's current single status, fans now wonder who would be next in her love nest. A regular man or another star? Guess time will tell.
