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Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein has denied he is dating his Office Romance co-star Jennifer Lopez, but what do we know about his love life?

The Office Romance leads have quashed speculation following their chemistry-filled promotional appearances.

Brett Goldstein has dismissed talk of a romance with Office Romance co-star Jennifer Lopez, leaving admirers wondering about his actual relationship status.

The Sutton-born Ted Lasso actor plays Daniel, a bumbling solicitor alongside JLo’s formidable airline boss Jackie in Netflix’s latest rom-com destined for success.

When the corporation becomes embroiled in legal action from a fearsome competitor, Daniel and Jackie are thrust into close proximity, though the firm’s strict no-dating policy throws a spanner in the works as their attraction intensifies.

Speculation about an off-screen relationship between the leads gained momentum throughout the film’s publicity campaign, fuelled by their undeniable on-screen rapport, reports the Express.

Yet during an appearance with Savannah Guthrie on The Today Show, the duo cleared up the confusion by confirming they’re not an item.

“There’s never a time when I’m seen with somebody or working with somebody where they don’t try to put me with the person,” Jennifer quipped.

Brett added with a laugh: “If you stand near her, that’s what happens.”

Jennifer’s marital history includes four marriages, with her most recent being a rekindled relationship with Hollywood A-lister Ben Affleck. The couple wed in 2022 before divorcing last year.

Regarding Brett’s romantic situation, inquisitive supporters will find little satisfaction as, similar to his Office Romance alter-ego Daniel, he maintains strict privacy around his personal affairs. Details about his love life remain largely under wraps, though he previously had a relationship with fellow comic Beth Rylance.

During his Emmy acceptance speech for Ted Lasso, he gave her a shout-out, quipping: “I was very, very specifically told I’m not allowed to swear, so this speech is going to be f****** short. Beth, I love you.”

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Beth herself responded in a since-deleted tweet: “Today is the day that my boyfriend goes to the Emmy’s as a Best Supporting Actor nominee and I am at home on my second load of laundry. Just to confirm, my boyfriend is Kenan Thompson off of SNL.”

The timeline of Brett and Beth’s romance remains unclear, as does when they parted ways. Currently, Brett is thought to be unattached. He is almost certainly unmarried as he has not been spotted wearing a wedding ring.

He’s recently been contemplating the notion of soulmates, particularly after starring in his 2025 Apple TV sci-fi romance All of You, which delves into the concept.

Speaking to InStyle, he pondered: “Do I believe in soulmates? I change my mind,” adding: “I honestly don’t know. Sometimes yes, sometimes no. I’m not sure there’s one person for everyone. I think there’s 50 people for everyone.”

He elaborated: “I think in your lifetime there are probably 50 people that you should have met. That doesn’t mean you’ll have sex with, but there’s some karmic connection, over millennia. You know what I mean?”

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The epic period war drama has enthralled critics and audiences world-over, earning glowing praise from all quarters, with viewers comparing it to the brilliance of Gladiator.

Fans of iconic filmmaker Ridley Scott and his cult classic Gladiator are in for a treat, because there’s another film by the director that viewers feel is giving his OG period war masterpiece a run for its money. With a screenplay penned by Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Nicole Holofcener, the 2021 epic historical war drama has enthralled critics and audiences world-over, earning glowing praise from all quarters — and it’s streaming on Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video.

Viewers can’t stop raving about Scott’s 2021 film, The Last Duel, which stars Jodie Comer ( Killing Eve ) in the titular role, alongside Adam Driver and Damon. Affleck also has a supporting role in the movie, and the stars are joined by Harriet Walter, Alex Lawther, and Serena Kennedy to round out a stellar supporting cast.

Filmed in France and Ireland, Scott’s epic period drama is one that most people haven’t heard of, owing to its release during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in October 2021.

Based on true events, the film’s official plot summary states: “Jean de Carrouges is a respected knight known for his bravery and skill on the battlefield. Jacques Le Gris is a Norman squire whose intelligence and eloquence make him one of the most admired nobles in court. The two knights must fight to the death after Carrouges’s wife, Marguerite, accuses Le Gris of assault. The ensuing trial by combat, a gruelling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God’s hands.”

Garnering largely positive reviews from both critics and audiences, The Last Duel has made its mark, especially when it comes to the period war drama genre.

One critic said of the film: “A brutal, harrowing, intriguing, stunningly well-made film that will linger in your thoughts for quite some time.”

While another reviewer lavished praise on the director: “Ridley Scott delivers one of his best works in years with this brutal, righteous, superbly acted historical drama.”

A third critic said of the historical epic: “With the stakes set so high, Scott rises to the challenge and delivers a brutal, visceral ‘last duel’ with complex narrative designs and a phenomenal carousel of performances.”

While one reviewer simply declared: “Trust us when we say this is a cinematic epic.”

Audience reviews follow in a similar vein, with one fan saying: “A classic Ridley Scott’s work. A masterpiece.”

While another viewer writes: “Brilliant historic epic, beautifully filmed and captivating characters. If you like historical dramas, this is a great film for you”

A glowing IMDB user review of The Last Duel states: “Ridley Scott is the Master of this Genre for a reason. Best director you can find for this kind of visual storytelling is Ridley Scott, and believe me, he’s still top of his game. To be honest, I don’t think that Gladiator was a best picture because of Ridley’s effort, I think it was Russel’s incredible performance. But this movie shines because of Ridley’s awesome visual style.”

While another impressed audience member commented: “[Ridley] Scott certainly gives us a big, bloody and savage movie. Indeed of all his films, this could be the one most likely to appeal to fans of ‘Gladiator’. It’s a fantastic-looking film. There is so much about ‘The Last Duel’ that is smart, funny and totally unexpected that it just might turn out to be the most unlikely multiplex movie of the year.”

Another IMDB review of the period drama (and Ridley Scott’s brilliance) states: “This is, I think it could be argued, in the absolute top tier of Ridley Scott’s filmmaking oeuvre. More than that — and this might be more controversial, but I stand by it — I think it’s his best film, and that it isn’t close.

“This is a Rashomon-style multiple-viewpoints epic with lavish production values, superb acting across the board from a powerhouse cast, and supremely subtle and skilful directing. It is thoughtful, impactful cinema that should be part of the conversation about the best outings in historical filmmaking.”

The Last Duel is available to stream on Disney+ and Amazon Prime Video.