Ellie Goulding revealed that she has been in relationships with women in the past, alongside her tumultuous experiences with men. The 39-year-old singer, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Beau Minniear, shared this information on Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader’s show “Love Thy Nader” on Disney+.
During a conversation with Brooks, who had recently split from Dancing with the Stars pro Gleb Savchenko, Ellie mentioned the possibility of dating women. Although it’s unclear if she was serious, she shared her perspective on love, describing it as intense, fleeting, and sometimes toxic, which fuels her songwriting.
Ellie, who is gearing up to launch her sixth studio album soon, emphasized the importance of appreciating love moments for what they are and learning from them when they end. She also highlighted the significance of self-worth for women in relationships.
Before going public with actor Beau in July, Ellie confirmed her pregnancy in December at the 2025 Fashion Awards. Since September 2025, Ellie and Beau have been seen vacationing together in Italy, with Beau even appearing in Ellie’s music video for ‘Destiny.’
In 2024, photos of Ellie kissing Brazilian surf instructor Armando Perez surfaced, prompting her to announce the end of her five-year marriage to Caspar Jopling. She addressed the split on Instagram, stating that they separated amicably and are focused on co-parenting their son.
Ellie’s dating history includes relationships with Radio 1 presenter Greg James, American musician Skrillex (Sonny John Moor), and actor Jeremy Irvine. Rumors linking her to Ed Sheeran were debunked, and she clarified her brief involvement with Niall Horan.
Ellie’s two-year relationship with McFly drummer Dougie Poynter ended in 2016, leading her to express the benefits of taking a break for personal growth.