Are Stephen and Lucy Dating in Real Life?
Yes, the actors behind Stephen and Lucy, Jackson White and Grace Van Patten, are dating in real life, according to some sources, and have been together for a few years now.
What started as intense on‑screen chemistry in Tell Me Lies slowly turned into a real relationship, confirmed not just by tabloids but by Grace, Jackson, and even Jackson’s mom, actor Katey Sagal.
Fans picked up on the flirty energy early on, but the two kept things pretty low‑key at first, doing that classic “we’re just really close friends” dance while turning up together at fashion shows, Bulgari campaigns, and red carpets.
Over time, they stopped pretending it was “just rumors” and began appearing openly as a couple from the CFDA Awards in 2022 to the Academy Museum Gala, where they arrived very much in date‑night mode.
Sources mention that they’re in a relationship, with Grace referring to Jackson as her “real‑life boyfriend” and talking about what it’s like to film such a messy love story with someone she genuinely cares about.
The fun twist for fans: unlike Stephen and Lucy’s toxic dynamic, people close to them say their real relationship is supportive, grounded, and “luckily, nothing like the show.”
Who Played Stephen and Lucy?
Stephen and Lucy are played by Jackson White and Grace Van Patten, two rising actors who turned Tell Me Lies into a slow‑burn obsession for a lot of viewers.
Grace plays Lucy Albright, the emotionally guarded college student pulled into a damaging relationship, while Jackson plays Stephen DeMarco, the charming but deeply manipulative love interest who keeps audiences arguing in group chats long after each episode ends.
On paper, it is a psychological drama about a toxic relationship; in practice, their performances feel uncomfortably real at times, which is part of why people immediately started asking if they were together off‑screen.
Behind the scenes, cast and crew have talked about the strong bond on set, with Grace and Jackson working closely on emotionally heavy scenes and then switching back into an easy, joking energy once the cameras cut.
It is the kind of dynamic that makes sense in hindsight, now that everyone knows they were catching feelings while building these characters.
Grace Van Patten Age
Grace Van Patten is 29 years old. She was born on November 21, 1996, in New York City, and has essentially grown up around the industry thanks to her family’s film and TV background.
Before Tell Me Lies, Grace was already getting attention for roles like Zoe Marconi in Nine Perfect Strangers, another Hulu project that showcased her knack for playing emotionally layered characters.
That experience shows in Lucy; she turns what could have been just another “messy college girl” into someone whose choices feel uncomfortably real, which is exactly why fans get so invested in Stephen and Lucy’s love life both on screen and off.
Jackson White Age
Jackson White is also 29 years old. He was born in March 1996 and comes from a well-known Hollywood family, with actor Jack White and actress Katey Sagal as his parents.
That background doesn’t feel flashy in his interviews, though; he often talks more about the craft and how tricky it can be to step back into Stephen’s manipulative headspace after a break from filming.
The contrast is pretty wild: viewers see him as this walking red flag on Tell Me Lies, while off-screen, he’s the long-term boyfriend Grace describes as dedicated, giving, and surprisingly low-key about their relationship.
Disclaimer
This article is for entertainment and general information only. Relationship statuses and personal details of public figures can change over time. Readers should treat dating news as subject to updates and verify with recent, reputable sources before relying on it for any personal, professional, or editorial decisions.
