The rumored couple seems to be soaking up summer in style, though not everyone online is impressed.
On May 26, 2025, Andrew Garfield, 41, and Monica Barbaro, 34, were spotted enjoying a morning stroll on the beach in Malibu, California. They were joined on their coastal outing by Barbaro’s beloved dog, Augustus.
The duo walked barefoot side by side along the sand, with the Complete Unknown star cradling her pup in her arms against a stunning backdrop of rocky shoreline and clear blue skies.
Keeping it casual, Monica wore a navy blue crewneck sweatshirt with light-wash denim jeans, finishing the look with chunky black sunglasses and a dainty pair of reading glasses tucked into her collar.
The We Live In Time star, meanwhile, opted for a contrasting vibe in a white graphic T-shirt and loose-fitting khaki pants, paired with tinted brown sunglasses.
While the two refrained from any public displays of affection, the paparazzi-captured images showed them looking relaxed and happy in each other’s company, flashing warm, toothy smiles and appearing deep in conversation.
Andrew Quietly Supports Monica’s 2025 Met Gala Debut
A few weeks before their latest beach outing, on May 5, 2025, Andrew skipped the Met Gala blue carpet but was spotted hanging around the crowd outside New York City’s The Mark Hotel, where Monica was getting ready to make her debut.
In a short paparazzi clip from the evening, Garfield, dressed casually in a graphic tee, striped button-down, dark pants, a baseball cap, and sunglasses, was seen wandering the hotel lobby solo.
Moments later, the actress appeared, and Andrew quickly rushed over, giving her a warm, one-armed hug. She playfully grabbed him by the shirt and guided him toward the exit.
The rumored lovebirds notably avoided posing for any couple shots. The At Midnight star even turned her back to the cameras, seemingly dodging direct eye contact with the paparazzi.
While the exact timeline of Andrew Garfield and Monica Barbaro’s romance remains a mystery, the two were first publicly linked on March 2, 2025, when they were spotted arriving together at Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s exclusive Oscars afterparty in Los Angeles.
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, a source close to the duo dished on their budding relationship, revealing,
“They’ve been really lowkey and have been spending time together quietly”.
However, neither of the stars has addressed their relationship status yet.
Fans Slam The Rumored Couple’s Outing As A PR Stunt
The online community was quick to raise eyebrows at Garfield and Barbaro’s latest beach outing, with many suspecting the whole thing was staged for publicity. Some social media users even urged Monica to run, while slamming Andrew’s age and dating history.
Some such comments read,
“Candid photos? Are you sure? They look like more PR photos”.
“You better run girl this guy won’t last, he’s pushing 45 and has no wife and no kids yikes”.
“It really look PR”.
“This guy can’t have long term relationships, run away while you can girl. He’s a major red flag pushing 42”.
“Staged. Garfield is notorious for being thirsty”.
“She can do so much better ❤️”
“Why does it all look like AI?”
“He’s so thirsty, always calling the paps on himself”.
Whether it’s love or a lens-flashed illusion, fans aren’t buying what Andrew and Monica are selling. Only time will tell if sparks are flying or if it’s all just a big PR game.