Known for her roles in 'West Side Story', the actress has responded in an Instagram post to speculation about her romantic relationship with 'Romeo + Juliet' co-star Kit Connor.
- Dec 31, 2024
AceShowbiz - Rachel Zegler, the Golden Globe-winning actress currently starring in "Romeo + Juliet" on Broadway alongside Kit Connor, has swiftly dismissed rumors of a romantic obsession with her co-star.
The speculation arose after Zegler shared a collection of personal and professional photos on Instagram, including two featuring Connor. An Instagram user commented, suggesting that Zegler was infatuated with Connor beyond a platonic level.
Zegler promptly addressed the accusation with a succinct "No! Moving on."
Both Zegler and Connor have repeatedly stated that their relationship is strictly platonic. They play the titular lovers in Sam Gold's acclaimed adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy, which has resonated with audiences for its modern staging and Jack Antonoff-scored music.
Despite their on-stage chemistry, Zegler has emphasized that she and Connor are merely friends. Her response to the Instagram comment was widely praised by fans for its directness and the clear boundary it established.
Beyond "Romeo + Juliet", Zegler is set to star as Snow White in Disney's upcoming live-action adaptation of the classic fairy tale. She will also appear in "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" alongside Connor.
