Before season 3 of Outer Banks had even begun to air on Netflix, it had already been renewed for a fourth season. However, in the 15 months between seasons 2 and 3, people became more and more interested in the personal lives of the actors.
When viewers learned that Sarah Cameron (played by Madelyn Cline) and John B (played by Chase Stokes) were actually dating, it nearly broke the internet.
The gorgeous couple first ignited romance suspicions in April 2020. However, Madelyn and Chase's split rumors, which involved a potential cheating scandal, started to surface in September 2021. Their breakup became official in November 2021. Since then, Chase has started dating country artist Kelsea Ballerini, and Madelyn is dating a mystery man.
The OBX costars and on-screen couple have continued to work together professionally despite their breakup. Regarding the remaining cast members, we are certain that at least one of them is causing more commotion than the tropical storm that hit the island.
6 Has Madison Bailey Dated Anyone From Outer Banks?
In the popular show, Madison portrays Kiara, and she does a phenomenal job at it. Bailey has a fabulous life, is successful, and, what's even better, she and Mariah Linney are in love. After seeing her on TikTok in 2020, the Outer Banks star reached out to her now-girlfriend.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Bailey said she found Linney on Instagram and messaged her, "I was staying in a hotel in Charleston and was like, ‘Just come hang out. We can chat and chill.’ Everything’s closed, so it’s not like we can go anywhere," and that's what they did.
She went on to say, "It's very serious. I had zero hesitation in posting on social media about it because I was like, 'No matter what happens, you will be in my life forever.' I care about her so much. She's very gentle-hearted, kind, and loving, and you see that in the way she loves basketball and her family. You see her loyalty and dedication in the things that she cares about. I think I am in love."
More recently, the couple was seen together at the season 3 premiere of Outer Banks, looking beautiful and happy.
5 Has Rudy Pankow Dated Anyone From Outer Banks?
Buckle up; this is going to be a wild ride. If you haven't heard about the recent issues with Rudy and his girlfriend, Elaine Siemek, a behind-the-scenes crew member from the show, you're in for a treat.
Elaine's drama started when die-hard OBX fans started doing a deep dive into her. What did they find? Allegedly, Siemek had a very controversial Pinterest account. Accused of cultural appropriation and making derogatory comments toward women. Not only that, there were rumors she was abusive toward Pankow.
Elaine received a lot of unfriendly messages from people regarding this supposed behavior, and she made sure to defend herself with equally unfriendly words, telling people to leave her alone.
Rudy also posted on Instagram to defend his girlfriend from these claims. Seeing that he typically prefers to keep his interactions off-camera private, this must have been important.
Pankow's message to fans was basically him speaking out against the disrespect and harassment his girlfriend was receiving. He stated she is not what she is accused of, and they are very happy in their relationship. He said it's important to spread good energy, and it's not fair that Elaine is being treated so poorly.
Rudy followed it up with, "I was always told the best version of yourself is your most humble self... I make this statement as my most humble self, and I would be so grateful if we all moved forward with positivity and respect. All love, R."
After this initial scandal, there was also a photo in 2022 that allegedly showed Elaine kissing someone else. Elaine clapped back at her haters again with an Instagram story, where she once again used strong language to defend herself against the accusations.
It would seem that no matter how hard fans try to break them apart, they are staying together.
4 Has Jonathan Daviss Dated Anyone From Outer Banks?
Jonathan Daviss, the youngest member of the main cast, plays Pope. One of the first two seasons' most suspenseful plotlines involved the Pope, JJ, and Kiara's relationship triangle, but Jonathan Davis seems to steer clear of any kind of relationship turmoil off camera.
From what we can tell, Jonathan is either single or very good at hiding his relationship status. Same goes for his love interest on the show, Carlacia Grant, who plays Cleo. Maybe they are secretly hiding a relationship together? Who knows, but they sure make a great couple on screen.
3 Has Drew Starkey Dated Anyone From Outer Banks?
Drew Starkey is single since, as you might have figured, he neither has a girlfriend nor a boyfriend and is not officially dating Odessa A'Zion.
Yes, rumors are flying that Rafe is dating his Hellraiser co-star, Odessa A'Zion. Many have seen the photos and stories featuring the two on both A'Zion's and Drew Starkey's Instagram accounts. As usual, this led fans to speculate that the two may be dating. Primarily because they do appear to be closer than just pals in their photos.
Unfortunately, these theories are just that. Any rumors surrounding them dating are unfounded, as they have said they are just close friends.
2 Has Austin North Dated Anyone From Outer Banks?
First, no, he is not dating Madelyn Cline. The two have amazing chemistry on set, but they leave it there. Austin is focused on his career at the moment and is very single. North was last linked to Duck Dynasty's Sadie Robertson in 2018. The two dated very briefly and had an amicable split. From what we can tell, he is just doing his own thing now.
1 Is Charles Esten From Outer Banks Married?
Charles Esten is Sarah Cameron's father on the show Outer Banks. Outside of faking his death and trying to take out his own daughter, he lives a very regular life.
Charles and his wife, Patty, have been married for 32 years. They met at the College of William & Mary. Originally, Patty wanted to go to Duke, but she, fortunately, missed the deadline for acceptance, so she found herself living with Esten on campus. Their relationship blossomed when Patty attended a concert by Charles' band N'est Pas during their junior year.
Today, the couple has three beautiful children: Taylor, Chase, and Addie. Addie was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia when she was just two and a half years old, so Esten and his wife are actively involved with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Thankfully, their daughter is in good health now.
