Jussie Smollett has experienced a major change in his personal life over the past few months.
The former Empire star first made headlines after ending his engagement to actor Jabari Redd. Now, reports say Smollett has moved on and is dating television personality Karamo Brown, best known as the culture expert and host of Queer Eye.
Jussie Smollett and Jabari Redd Ended Their Engagement
In June, reports surfaced that Smollett and Jabari Redd had called off their engagement less than a year after announcing they planned to marry.
According to reports, the split was amicable, with sources saying Smollett wanted to focus on the next chapter of his life and his music career. The pair had announced their engagement in June 2025 after Smollett proposed during a romantic trip.
Fans of the actor were saddened by the news, especially after the couple had shared photos of their engagement that received an outpouring of support.
Jussie Smollett Is Reportedly Dating Karamo Brown
Not long after news of the breakup, Smollett sparked romance rumors with Karamo Brown after the two were photographed spending the day together in Los Angeles.
The pair were seen having lunch, running errands, hiking at Runyon Canyon, and showing affection throughout the outing, fueling speculation that they were more than friends.
Karamo Brown Seemingly Confirmed the Romance
Brown later opened up on his Reality With the King podcast, revealing that he was dating a celebrity.
Although he didn’t mention Smollett by name, his comments came shortly after photos of the pair surfaced. Brown described the relationship as loving, healthy, and one where he feels completely supported, adding that he believes he’s found his “forever person.”
Fans React to Jussie’s New Chapter
The reported relationship has generated plenty of conversation online.
Some fans expressed happiness that Smollett appears to have found love again following the end of his engagement, while others were surprised by the pairing.
Regardless of the reactions, the actor seems to be embracing a fresh start both personally and professionally.
What’s Next for Jussie Smollett?
While Smollett continues working on new music and creative projects, his personal life has once again become a topic of public interest.
Whether or not he and Brown choose to share more of their relationship publicly remains to be seen, but their reported romance has already become one of the entertainment world’s most talked-about celebrity pairings this summer.
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