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Amelia Dimoldenberg's new boyfriend revealed as Olivia Rodrigo's ex Adam Faze

Amelia Dimoldenberg's new boyfriend revealed as Olivia Rodrigo's ex Adam Faze

Express Tribune07-02-2025
Amelia Dimoldenberg, the popular host of Chicken Shop Date, has a new romance in the spotlight.
The 31-year-old presenter is reportedly dating film producer Adam Faze, who previously had a high-profile relationship with Grammy-winning singer Olivia Rodrigo.
Dimoldenberg and Faze, 27, were seen together for the first time this week at various London events, including the Vanity Fair EE Rising Star Party. The pair are believed to have met through mutual friends and colleagues.
Faze is the founder of Gymnasium, a content studio producing viral short-form shows for TikTok and Instagram, such as the hit series Boy Room. He previously worked as a Hollywood producer and was a Forbes contributor in 2017, describing himself as a "storyteller and creative entrepreneur." He also co-founded the production company Must B Nice before launching FazeWorld in 2023.
Faze made headlines in 2021 when he dated Olivia Rodrigo, with the couple spotted kissing in public. However, their relationship ended in February 2022.
Dimoldenberg, known for her signature awkward-yet-charming interview style, has long been linked to major celebrities, including actor Andrew Garfield and rapper Aitch. However, these rumored relationships were never officially confirmed.
Her YouTube series Chicken Shop Date, which boasts 2.8 million subscribers, has featured interviews with stars like Ryan Reynolds, Billie Eilish, Paul Mescal, and Louis Theroux. The show, which started in 2014, has gained a cult following and multiple award nominations.
Dimoldenberg has not yet commented on her relationship with Faze.
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