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Jacob Elordi, Kendall Jenner Dating; Oscars, Bond in Jeopardy

5/21/2026

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Elordi Sparks Romance

Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner were photographed at Coachella, sparking dating rumors.
TMZ released a photo of the pair on an intimate beach date in Hawaii.
Kylie Jenner told People she really likes Elordi and supports Kendall’s romance.
Elordi’s team fears the romance could distract him after missing Cannes jury duty, prompting studios to worry that tabloid coverage may hurt his Oscar-nomination momentum and a possible James Bond casting.

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Kendall's NBA Rumors

Kim Kardashian wore a “Kendall’s Starting Five” T-shirt in a 2023 episode, spotlighting Kendall Jenner’s alleged NBA partners.
The shirt named Blake Griffin, Ben Simmons, Jordan Clarkson, Kyle Kuzma and Devin Booker as rumored partners.
Kendall Jenner told Harper’s Bazaar in 2017 she will not publicize a romance unless fully committed.
Kendall Jenner debuted on Keeping Up With the Kardashians at age 11, launching her public career early.

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Elordi Withdraws

Jacob Elordi withdrew from the Cannes Film Festival jury, citing a serious foot injury.
He was later photographed paddle-boarding in Hawaii, prompting doubts about the injury’s severity.
Reporters speculated he may have fabricated the injury to avoid the jury’s three-hour daily film screenings.
His exit leaves an open jury seat for a festival expected to be lackluster.

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Elordi Sparks Romance

Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner were photographed at Coachella, sparking dating rumors.
TMZ released a photo of the pair on an intimate beach date in Hawaii.
Kylie Jenner told People she really likes Elordi and supports Kendall’s romance.
Elordi’s team fears the romance could distract him after missing Cannes jury duty, prompting studios to worry that tabloid coverage may hurt his Oscar-nomination momentum and a possible James Bond casting.

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