Bradley Collins and Chrissy Metz's relationship timeline explored as This Is Us alum confirms new romance 

Metz’s former partner, Bradley Collins, has certainly left his mark on her life. As Chrissy Metz, mostly known for portraying Kate Pearson on This Is Us, recently confirmed on social media, her prior relationship is still a major factor in her life as she moves on with someone new and keeps details of the romance private initially.

Whereas Bradley Collins and Chrissy Metz's affair began with Collins's creativity, which they nurtured during the pandemic, Metz’s powerful, yet respectful love turned their romantic connection into a post-breakup creative partnership. Here's a more detailed overview of their relationship timeline from the start to the present, just as Metz is stepping into a new romantic phase.

2020: Bradley Collins and Chrissy Metz - Love in the Time of Quarantine

It is said that Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins met on a dating app during the COVID-19 lockdown. Metz did not shy away from sharing details of her romance, which quickly escalated.

“We were transparent when we talked about meeting online,” Metz shared with Us Weekly in October 2023.

The joy in Metz’s voice was echoed by audiences who religiously followed her romance with Collins and wished for a happy-ever-after, making Metz’s candor the foundation of their relationship.

2021–2022: A Creative Bond Forms

The sweet stories of their relationship were also about the work Collins and Metz did together. With full desire to intertwine their lives—professionally and personally—they co-wrote the bestselling children’s book When I Talk to God, I Talk About You, which came out in early 2023.

The faith-based book, which intermingled personal and couple’s life experiences, became a creative outlet for the couple. Additionally, Collins and other artists contributed to Metz's later album, Prayed for This Day, which she released alongside the book.

October 2023: A Heartfelt Breakup

After more than three years together, Metz and Collins announced their breakup in a joint Instagram statement on October 6, 2023.

“After three and a half years together, we’ve decided to end our romantic relationship amicably,” they wrote. “While we continue to love each other very much, we believe this is the best path for us both.”

Regardless, Metz made it a point to stress that the love and respect they held for each other were still present.

“Once you love somebody, you always love somebody, that doesn’t stop,” she told Us Weekly shortly after the announcement. “He’s such a good person and such a good human.”

Post-Breakup: Friendship and Creative Partnership

Metz and Collins did not part ways but rather sustained a close friendship. The two continued to work professionally together, co-authoring a second children’s book, When I Talk to God, I Talk About Feelings, which was published in April of 2025.

“It was also one of those things where we were transitioning out of our romantic relationship into friendship when we put in our second draft,” Metz said in a 2025 interview with Us Weekly. “And it was cool because I was like, ‘Oh, in real time, we’re assessing our feelings… it’s helping us.’”

The shift from being in a romantic relationship to working as creative partners surfaced a myriad of emotional challenges.

She added, “Just because someone’s not your forever person… doesn’t mean you completely kick them out of your life. I want to treat people the way I want to be treated.”

April 2025: A New Chapter in Love

Metz’s concealed partner, however, is someone she expresses positivity toward.

“I think that when you keep trying things and expecting different results, that’s called the definition of insanity,” she told Us Weekly. “And I’m like, yeah, you know what? I think I want to just keep it very private and just enjoy it.”

She continued, “I am just being very cautious and careful.”

As Metz has not revealed the identity of her new associate, she does seem fairly optimistic concerning the future.

“I love love,” she previously told Us Weekly in 2023. “Whether I’m in a relationship or not, I just love it. And I think it’s ultimately why we’re here.”

The Legacy of Love and Growth

Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins have become a perfect example of how relationships can progress with kindness and consideration. Their journey from the early days of romance to friendship and into collaborative projects speaks of emotional maturity and the power of love in its numerous forms.

Fans can only wish that Metz’s new romantic journey brings her as much fulfillment and joy as she once found and still celebrates with Bradley Collins.