A Look At Taylor Lautner's Dating History

Starring as Jacob Black in the "Twilight" film franchise propelled Taylor Lautner's career and has, rightfully so, given him the status of a heartthrob. Although we all know he’s a married man after he and Taylor Dome Lautner said their "I do's" in November 2022, it’s interesting to see all the women who crossed paths with Lautner as he became a huge star. Before being happily taken by Dome, Lautner had barely managed to keep some of his past romances out of the spotlight, as he is known for dating some of Hollywood's most famous and talented women.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter in 2012, the actor spoke about what he looks for in a partner. "Honesty and loyalty are key. If two people can be honest with each other about everything, that’s probably the biggest key to success." Is that why most, if not all, of Lautner's relationships have ended on pretty amicable terms? Let's take a closer look at the significant relationships that have shaped his dating history.

Sara Hicks: His Girlfriend Before Fame

Taylor Lautner was born in Michigan, but at the age of 10, his family relocated to Los Angeles so that Lautner could pursue his acting career. He attended Valencia High School, and it was there that he connected with classmate Sara Hicks, Lautner's reported first love, before he found widespread fame.

Unlike his former partners, who are all in the spotlight, little is known about Lautner and Hicks' relationship. They supposedly ended on good terms, and the former Los Angeles Clippers cheerleader and Lautner appeared to reignite their romance when they were spotted hanging out on several occasions in 2012. At the start of the year, they attended a showing of "Ovo" by Cirque du Soleil. Photographers captured the actor taking Hicks out to dinner in LA in May. By the end of 2012, the couple were allegedly still seeing each other.

Selena Gomez: A Brief Romance

It was hard to escape the fandom surrounding Taylor Lautner after he starred as Jacob Black in "Twilight" in 2008. So, it was no surprise that the paparazzi was all over this up-and-coming star when he was seen hanging out with Disney star Selena Gomez. Gomez and Lautner met in 2009 while filming movies in Vancouver, Canada.

Gomez recounted her first meeting with Lautner to Seventeen in 2009, explaining that they were constantly running into each other. Any relationship they had was brief, with Gomez confirming that she was ready to mingle. According to her, the paparazzi may have interfered with their romance, making it difficult for them to enjoy simple things like going out to lunch or dinner.

The Taylor and Taylor Era

After his brief courtship with Selena Gomez, Lautner dated Taylor Swift, with fans nicknaming the couple "Taylor Squared." The two first met on the set of the romantic comedy "Valentine's Day" in 2009, where they portrayed a high school couple. Their on-screen romance turned into a real one, and they dated until their split in December 2009.

A source revealed that they broke up on good terms, with both becoming good friends. The following year, Swift released her song "Back to December," which was speculated to be about Lautner. In 2016, Lautner confirmed during a Facebook Live that the song was indeed about him.

Lily Collins: Co-Stars Turned Lovers

Taylor Lautner didn't score big with critics with his 2011 thriller, "Abduction," but he did manage to capture the heart of his co-star Lily Collins. Lautner and Collins met on the set of their movie and began a relationship, although their romance wouldn’t last until the film's red carpet premiere.

They broke up a week before the "Abduction" premiere in Los Angeles in September 2011. Lautner praised Collins during the movie’s U.K. premiere, stating that she was the only person for the role. Collins also commended Lautner's acting skills, noting that his character showcased a new side of him that people hadn’t seen before.

A Brief Fling with Maika Monroe

In May 2013, Taylor Lautner was spotted enjoying a baseball game with actor Maika Monroe. The pair attended a Los Angeles Dodgers game, where they sat in the front row while wearing matching blue baseball caps. Photos showed the two holding hands, which sparked speculation about their relationship.

Details about how long they dated are scarce, but it was brief, as Lautner began a relationship with another co-star shortly after. Monroe eventually dated "Stranger Things" star Joe Keery.

Marie Avgeropoulos: Another Co-Star Romance

Taylor Lautner and Marie Avgeropoulos met on the set of the thriller "Tracers" in 2013 and quickly began a real romance off-screen. Although they were photographed on several outings together, including holding hands in New York City, they never publicly spoke about their relationship.

By the start of 2015, the couple quietly split, and their breakup was amicable. Despite the split, Avgeropoulos praised Lautner's athletic skills, noting that he helped her hone her parkour ability during filming.

Billie Lourd: A Social Media Romance

Taylor Lautner and Billie Lourd starred as love interests in "Scream Queens" during Season 2 in 2016. They began dating before the tragic deaths of Lourd's mother, Carrie Fisher, and her grandmother, Debbie Reynolds, in December 2016. Unlike most of his past relationships, Lautner and Lourd flaunted their romance on social media.

In July 2017, it was confirmed that the duo had split after eight months together, with a source stating they remained friendly. Lourd's busy schedule after "Scream Queens" could have contributed to their breakup.

Taylor Dome: The One for Life

Taylor Lautner has kept his love life relatively low-key, but he couldn't help but flaunt his romance with Taylor "Tay" Dome. The couple went Instagram official in October 2018, sharing a picture in matching Halloween costumes.

Dome, a registered nurse, was introduced to Lautner by his sister. In November 2021, Lautner proposed to Dome, and they tied the knot in November 2022 at a California vineyard. Lautner expressed his happiness, noting that they both fell in love with their best friend.