Frank Ocean seems to have found a new love! Rumors are swirling that the R&B star is dating UFC fighter Payton Talbott after the two shared sweet Valentine’s Day posts featuring each other. In a rare move, Frank took to social media to post a candid shot of Talbott, seemingly taken during one of their outings.
Talbott didn’t hold back either—he shared a gym video of a shirtless Frank on his Instagram Stories, igniting speculation about their relationship. The pair has been linked romantically since last summer when they were seen enjoying lunch together. Their connection appeared to deepen earlier this year when a friend of Talbott's hinted that they were more than just friends, saying, “He did more than that… I got his fucking lyrics tattooed on me and he’s over here kissing Payton.”
The rumors gained further traction when Frank was spotted ringside at Talbott’s UFC 311 fight against Raoni Barcelos, showing his support by sharing a photo of Talbott cooking dinner. Their social media exchanges and public appearances have certainly fueled the dating speculation.
Frank Ocean, known for his elusive nature, has been open about his sexuality, sharing in a 2012 Tumblr post that he fell in love with another man when he was 19. Meanwhile, Talbott has hinted at his bisexuality, jokingly stating in an X post, “These hands are bisexual.”
While the lovebirds are busy enjoying each other’s company, Frank is also hard at work on his directorial debut. Reports indicate that his upcoming film, titled Philly, stars David Jonsson and is currently being shot in Mexico City. The project has been in the works for some time, with Frank having written the screenplay and taken on directing duties.
As fans eagerly follow both his personal and professional journey, it’s clear that Frank Ocean is making waves both in love and in the film industry!