Keke Palmer finally addresses Sean Evans dating rumors, says they are 'taking it day by day'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Keke Palmer is shedding a little light on her connection with Sean Evans. After the pair sparked romance speculation with a dinner outing in New York City, the actress addressed the relationship publicly for the first time. 

While Palmer didn't put a label on where things stand, she offered a candid and playful update, revealing that she and the 'Hot Ones' host are simply enjoying the journey and taking things one step at a time.

Keke Palmer shares update on Sean Evans romance after NYC outing

The conversation took place during Spotify's Conversations 'That Channel Culture panel' at Cannes Lions on June 23, where Palmer was interviewed by fellow podcast host Jay Shetty.

During the discussion, Shetty directly asked the 'One of Them Days' star whether she was "serious about Sean Evans," prompting Palmer to respond with a smile and a playful answer. "We hangin out, you know what I mean?" she said.

Palmer didn't elaborate much further, but she did offer a glimpse into how she's approaching the relationship. "First of all, I love Sean Evans, I love Sean, hey Sean. That's my guy," she continued. "You never know what can arise from there. We just take it day by day. One wing at a time, so to speak."

For now, Palmer appears content to let things unfold naturally. And if her playful "one wing at a time" approach is any indication, she's in no hurry to put pressure on whatever may come next.

Her comments arrive shortly after she and Evans sparked dating chatter when they were spotted together at Lucali, an Italian restaurant in Brooklyn, New York. The outing quickly fueled speculation online, with many wondering whether the pair had quietly become one of the newest couples.

How Keke Palmer and Sean Evans became an unexpected fan-favorite pairing

The pair first caught viewers' attention in 2017 when Palmer appeared on 'Hot Ones'. Her hilarious reactions to the increasingly spicy wings quickly became a fan-favorite episode and helped spark conversations about her rapport with Evans.

Their dynamic proved just as entertaining when Palmer returned for a virtual appearance in 2021. During the episode, she delivered the now-viral line, "This one has a little sweetness to it," further cementing the pair as one of the show's most memorable guest-host combinations.

Interest in their connection reached a new level in 2023 when Evans appeared in a crossover video with 'Chicken Shop Date' host Amelia Dimoldenberg. During the conversation, Dimoldenberg challenged him to reveal which former 'Hot Ones' guest he had a crush on.

After some hesitation, Evans admitted it was Palmer. "Very charming," he said. "Very charming woman." The comment quickly circulated online and eventually reached Palmer herself. 

Reacting to a clip on Instagram, the actress responded with a playful message of her own, writing, "It was love at first hot wing, this was too kind."