There have been rumours circulating about Shawn Mendes [1] and Camila Cabello [2] being a couple basically since they met. Each of them have separately denied that they're not in a relationship, but as the years have gone on, it's become increasing difficult to keep fans convinced — especially with their PDA-filled excursions together [3].
This friends-turned-lovers pair have certainly kept us on the edge of our seats, but the cutest thing about them is that they're such big supporters of one another's career. And, once in a while, they come together to create music. Anyone else convinced that "Señorita [4]" has a permanent residency in their head?
Shawn and Camila have a long history together, so it gets understandably confusing. Consider this your handy timeline for how these two went from strangers to a couple.
2014: They Meet on Austin Mahone’s Tour
In a joint interview [5] with V magazine, the couple recalled how they met when they were both on tour with Austin Mahone. Camila was still in Fifth Harmony [6] at the time.
"I remember I wanted to hang out with you, but you were always on the tour bus, just learning guitar," Camila said.
"Yeah, that was me. I didn't talk to anybody," Shawn said. "You were the only person that talked to me. Like, you were the only one of everybody on that tour who would say words to me. Actually, I think if we go into our DMs or something, there's a photo from the day we met, I think."
2015: Rumours Come Out That Shawn and Camila Are Dating
These two were just friends at this point . . . right? According to E! News, Shawn and Camila were an item [7] when they attended the iHeart Radio Music Festival in Las Vegas, the spot where he infamously scared her on the red carpet.
2015: They Release Their First Song Together
It doesn't matter where two talented performers are, because they'll use it as an opportunity to create magic. Shawn and Camila wrote "I Know What You Did Last Summer" backstage at one of Taylor Swift's 1989 shows [8]. They went on to perform the hit [9] on the 2016 People's Choice Awards.
2016: Shawn Says He and Camila Never Dated
In an interview with People, Shawn addressed the relationship rumours [10] and said, "We're just really close friends." He continued by complimenting what a great writer she is and how she's a thrill to work with. But, "we're not dating — nor did we," Shawn said.
2017: Shawn Gushes Over Camila’s Latest Music Video
You weren't the only person blown away by the music video to Camila's "Crying in the Club." [11] Shawn took to Twitter [12] to tweet the video with "speechless.. goosebumps all over. You're incredible."
2018: Camila Confirms That the 2 Are Just Friends
While appearing on the Zach Sang Show, Camila addressed her relationship with Shawn [13].
"I love Shawn. He's a real friend. I actually sent him my album before it even came out," she said.
2019: Shawn Denies That He’s Dating Camila . . . Again
When a fan asked Shawn if he was dating Camila, he denied it [14]. But then the pair were spotted holding hands in LA. Mixed messages much?
2019: The 2 Were Spotted Kissing in Miami Beach
Up until now, it's only been rumoured if these two have a real relationship. Well, this is all the proof we need. Shawn and Camila were seen during a major PDA session in Miami Beach [15]. If only that pool could talk . . .
2019: They Perform “Señorita” at the 2019 MTV VMAs
It's pretty clear that everyone was waiting for a kiss during the sultry performance [16]. Even celebrities were losing their minds [17] as Shawn and Camila got so close that their noses were touching. And, yet, no kiss on the big stage.
2019: They Make Out With A LOT of Tongue
People have been judging the way that Shawn and Camila kiss [18], so they decide to take their "fish" smooching to the next level.
