Rosalía Opens Up on Sexuality After Hunter Schafer Romance as Ex Calls Her 'Family' Before Euphoria Reunion
Spanish superstar rejects sexuality labels as she readies for her Euphoria debut, reuniting with ex Hunter Schafer, who still calls her 'family'.

Rosalía has finally spoken out about her sexuality and her past relationship with Euphoria actress Hunter Schafer, revealing she does not feel pressured to label herself.
The 32-year-old Spanish superstar, best known for her chart-topping albums El Mal Querer and Motomami, told Elle magazine in its September issue that 'freedom' shapes her approach to identity.
Her comments come as renewed attention turns to her brief 2019 romance with Schafer and just months before she makes her acting debut in Euphoria's much-anticipated third season, scheduled for 2026.
It marks a striking moment where Rosalía's personal life and professional milestones collide, fuelling global intrigue about both her love life and her Hollywood future.
Revisiting Rosalía and Hunter Schafer's Romance
Rosalía and Schafer were romantically linked in late 2019, a relationship that lasted roughly five months. Although it remained largely under the radar at the time, the romance resurfaced in headlines after Schafer spoke openly about it in 2024, according to Yahoo Entertainment.
In an interview with GQ, Schafer confirmed the relationship and emphasised that, despite its brevity, the pair have remained deeply connected. 'Rosalía is family no matter what,' the 25-year-old actress said, highlighting the enduring strength of their friendship even after parting ways.
The revelation gave fans new insight into both stars' lives, adding another layer to how their personal relationships intersect with their flourishing careers.
hunter schafer mentions her 5 month relationship with rosalía in her new gq interview 🩷 pic.twitter.com/tVlEjFs17L
— DUDA (@saintdemie) April 2, 2024
Exes to Share Screen in Euphoria Season 3
The intrigue is only set to intensify as Rosalía and Schafer reunite on-screen in the third season of HBO's Euphoria. Schafer will return to her acclaimed role as Jules, while Rosalía will step into the series for the first time as part of the ensemble cast.
The season, delayed by production setbacks and scheduling conflicts, is now due in 2026, heightening anticipation among the show's global fan base.
According to creator Sam Levinson, Rosalía's artistry has already left its mark on set. 'I love unleashing her on a scene,' Levinson said in comments reported by El País. 'I let her play with the words, in English and Spanish, and she brings something unexpected every time.'
Her casting reflects Euphoria's unique blend of music, fashion and raw drama, and the reunion of Rosalía and Schafer is expected to generate particular buzz. Fans are already speculating on whether their personal history will add an extra layer of chemistry to the story.
🚨Rosalía talks joining the cast of #EUPHORIA Season 3 👀 pic.twitter.com/yB6z9msGGU
— EUPHORIA Season 3 NEWS (@euphoriacentral) May 6, 2025
Life and Relationships Since Then
Since her time with Schafer, Rosalía's love life has continued to capture headlines. In 2022, she became engaged to Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro, with whom she shared both a musical and romantic partnership over three years. The couple split in July 2023, calling off their engagement.
More recently, Rosalía has been linked to German actor and musician Emilio Sakraya, with the pair spotted together in Barcelona and Morocco, according to E! News.
Hunter Schafer, meanwhile, was in a high-profile relationship with her Euphoria co-star Dominic Fike between 2022 and 2023.
Schafer later described the romance as emotionally transformative, though the two eventually went their separate ways. Currently, she remains single and focused on her acting career and personal growth.
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