Hollywood just can’t stop talking about Justin Hartley, and this time, it’s not about his latest Tracker adventure. The 47-year-old heartthrob and This Is Us alum has once again set the internet ablaze after being spotted with a mystery woman in Los Angeles over the weekend — sparking massive rumors that the actor might have a new love interest.
Eyewitnesses claim that Hartley and the unidentified brunette were seen sharing laughs, touching hands, and walking side by side at a quiet upscale restaurant in West Hollywood. According to onlookers, the chemistry between them was “undeniably strong” — and fans are already connecting the dots.
“They looked very comfortable together,” one witness told Page Six. “There were smiles, gentle touches… definitely not just friends. It had the energy of two people who’ve known each other for a while — or something that’s just starting to heat up.”
Within hours, the photos — allegedly showing Hartley holding open the restaurant door for her and the two leaving in the same car — went viral on social media, with fans losing their minds over the possibility that the Tracker star has quietly moved on to a new chapter in his love life.
“JUSTIN HARTLEY HAS A NEW GIRLFRIEND???” trended worldwide on X (formerly Twitter) by Monday morning, with thousands of fans analyzing every frame of the blurry paparazzi shots. Some are convinced it’s someone from the entertainment industry, while others are sure she’s “not famous” — which only deepens the mystery.
One viral post read: “If Justin’s dating again, I’m happy for him — but I need to know who this woman is NOW.” Another fan hilariously wrote: “Tracker Season 3 wasn’t the only plot twist this year!”
While Hartley himself has remained tight-lipped about the rumors, fans have noticed a subtle pattern: the actor has been spotted more frequently in L.A. in recent weeks, despite filming commitments in Vancouver. He’s also appeared “extra happy” in recent interviews, with one entertainment journalist noting that he’s been “smiling more than usual” and “glowing like a man in love.”
Adding fuel to the speculation, insiders close to the Tracker production revealed that Hartley’s new relationship status has been the talk of the crew. One source told People, “He’s been in great spirits lately — relaxed, joking more on set. Whatever’s going on, it’s clearly a good thing.”
This wouldn’t be the first time Hartley’s love life captured headlines. Fans still remember his whirlwind romance and marriage to actress Sofia Pernas, his The Young and the Restless co-star, as well as his highly publicized split from Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause — a breakup that made global headlines and became a focal point of Stause’s reality show storyline.
Now, it seems history may be repeating itself — minus the drama. Insiders claim that Hartley is being very protective of his privacy this time, learning from the past media storm that surrounded his previous relationships. “He’s not rushing to make anything public,” one close friend said. “He’s focusing on happiness, not headlines.”
Still, fans are desperate to know more — and the internet’s detective squad is already on the case. Multiple gossip pages have launched “investigations” into the mystery woman’s identity, with some users comparing photos to actresses and models linked to CBS projects. Others even speculated that she could be someone connected to Tracker’s production team.
Adding to the frenzy, Entertainment Tonight teased an upcoming segment about “a Tracker star’s new romance,” leading fans to believe that confirmation might be coming sooner than expected. “ET doesn’t tease something like that unless it’s real,” one fan commented.
Regardless of who the lucky woman is, the timing couldn’t be more interesting. With Tracker Season 3 dominating ratings and Season 4 already in development, Hartley’s personal life is once again becoming a headline magnet — proving that his charm extends far beyond the screen.
One entertainment blogger summed it up perfectly:
“Justin Hartley has it all — looks, talent, success, and now, maybe, love again. Hollywood’s golden man just doesn’t miss.”
As of now, Hartley hasn’t addressed the speculation, and CBS representatives have declined to comment — but that’s only making fans more obsessed.
For now, all eyes are on Los Angeles, where the Tracker star’s every move is being watched, analyzed, and turned into viral chaos. And if the rumors turn out to be true, Justin Hartley might have just found his next great plot twist — off-screen
