Dan Reynolds Stirs Buzz at Miley Cyrus Concert With Chantel Jeffries Days After Minka Kelly Split
Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds turned heads over the weekend when he was spotted alongside DJ and model Chantel Jeffries at Miley Cyrus’s concert at the Hollywood Bowl, just weeks after reports surfaced that he and actress Minka Kelly had ended their four-year relationship.
Videos shared across social media on Sunday, October 18, showed Reynolds, 39, arriving and sitting next to Jeffries, 34, inside the iconic Los Angeles music venue. The two appeared relaxed and comfortable as they watched Cyrus, 33, perform, with fan-captured clips showing them sitting side by side throughout the evening. In one clip, Reynolds was seen clapping enthusiastically for the pop superstar at the same moment Jeffries was also cheering and showing Cyrus appreciation.
For the fall concert, Reynolds kept his look classic and understated, wearing a brown leather jacket over a white T-shirt, paired with jeans. Jeffries, meanwhile, opted for a cozy but chic combination of a beige quarter-zip sweater and jeans, fitting right in with the cool October evening vibe. Despite their close proximity and friendly demeanor, there was no visible PDA caught on camera. The two appeared to be enjoying the music and each other’s company, but neither was seen holding hands, embracing, or otherwise signaling a romantic connection.
Us Weekly has reached out to both Reynolds’s representative and Jeffries for comment, but neither had responded at the time of publication.
The sighting comes at a notable moment in Reynolds’s personal life. Just weeks earlier, on October 7, multiple outlets reported that Reynolds and Kelly, 46, had split after four years of dating. The news came as a surprise to many fans, as the couple had appeared strong and affectionate in recent months, often sharing glimpses of their life together.
Reynolds and Kelly first crossed paths in 2022 through a mutual friend, at a time when Reynolds was still navigating his divorce from his ex-wife, Aja Volkman. Reynolds and Volkman, both 46, had been married from 2011 to 2024 and share four children: Arrow, 14, twins Gia and Coco, 9, and Valentine, 7. The singer’s divorce was amicable by many accounts, and he remained focused on co-parenting and his music career.
Reynolds and Kelly’s relationship developed quietly at first. They made their first public appearance together in November 2022, when they were spotted dining at an Italian restaurant in Los Angeles. From that point on, the pair seemed to be building something meaningful, even if they kept much of their romance out of the spotlight. Over time, they became more comfortable sharing their relationship with the world, though they still maintained a level of privacy compared to many celebrity couples.
Fans got a special treat last year when Reynolds made a surprise cameo on Kelly’s Netflix series, Ransom Canyon. The show, a drama set in Texas with an ensemble cast including Josh Duhamel, gave Reynolds a chance to appear onscreen with Kelly, and the moment became a talking point for fans of both stars. It was a rare professional collaboration between the couple and hinted at just how supportive they were of each other’s careers.
In July 2025, Kelly shared rare insight into their bond when she posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to Reynolds on social media. Her words gave fans a glimpse into the depth of their connection.
“This beautiful man has healed wounds in me he did not inflict — simply by being himself,” Kelly wrote on Instagram. “By embodying true masculinity. The love that is vulnerable, honest and loving.”
She continued: “Thank you for making ordinary days feel extraordinary, for making me laugh until I can’t breathe, and for loving so deeply and so freely. Celebrating you is one of my favorite things to do. I love you, Dan. Happy birthday.”
The tribute was widely shared and praised by fans, who admired the couple’s apparent devotion to one another. It also seemed to signal that Reynolds and Kelly were in a secure, loving place.
The following year, the couple made their red carpet debut as a pair at the annual Museum of Contemporary Art Gala on May 30. It was a significant moment for the couple, who had largely kept their relationship out of the public eye. Photographers captured them dressed to impress, looking happy and connected as they posed together for the cameras. The appearance marked a major milestone in their relationship and seemed to confirm that they were more serious than ever.
Just a few months later, in July, Kelly gave fans another glimpse into their life together when she posted a photo from Disneyland featuring Reynolds and his children. The image showed the blended family smiling together, and Kelly captioned the post, “No place I’d rather be.” It was a sweet, seemingly ordinary moment that underscored Kelly’s apparent comfort with Reynolds’s family and her role in their lives.
Given all of that, the news of their split in October came as a shock to many. Neither Reynolds nor Kelly publicly addressed the breakup at the time, and fans were left to piece together what might have gone wrong. The reports did not cite a specific reason for the split, and representatives for both stars remained quiet. The fact that Reynolds was already being seen out with someone new just weeks later only fueled additional speculation.
Jeffries, for her part, is no stranger to being in the public eye. She first rose to prominence as a social media personality and model, later expanding into DJing at high-profile events. She was previously linked to pop star Justin Bieber in the mid-2010s, during a time when the two were frequently seen together in Los Angeles and elsewhere. Although neither Bieber nor Jeffries ever publicly confirmed a romantic relationship, their frequent appearances together generated plenty of tabloid attention. Bieber has since moved on and is now married to Hailey Bieber.
Jeffries also dated The Chainsmokers’ Drew Taggart. Their relationship reportedly lasted about a year before the pair split in the spring of 2021. Since then, Jeffries has largely focused on her career and kept her personal life more private, making her appearance with Reynolds all the more intriguing to fans.
As for Reynolds, he has remained busy with Imagine Dragons, the band that launched him to international fame with hits like “Radioactive,” “Demons,” “Believer,” and “Thunder.” The group has sold millions of records worldwide and has become one of the biggest rock acts of the past decade. Reynolds has also been an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ rights and mental health awareness, often using his platform to speak on personal and social issues. His Mormon upbringing and eventual questioning of the church have been well-documented, and he has talked openly about the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance.
Now, with his split from Kelly behind him, Reynolds appears to be stepping back into the social scene. Whether his outing with Jeffries was simply a friendly night out or the beginning of something more remains unclear. Neither party has offered any official word, and their body language at the concert suggested nothing more than two people enjoying a live performance together.
Still, the optics were enough to get people talking. In the age of social media, even a simple concert appearance can become a major story, and celebrities are often quick to find themselves at the center of romance rumors. Reynolds and Jeffries’s outing is no exception.
For now, it seems Reynolds is taking things in stride. He has been through a public divorce, raised four children, and navigated the ups and downs of fame, all while continuing to make music that resonates with millions. A night out at a Miley Cyrus concert is perhaps just what he needed.
The Hollywood Bowl is one of the most storied venues in the country, known for hosting legendary performances under the stars. Cyrus’s show was no exception, drawing a crowd of fans and fellow celebrities alike. Reynolds and Jeffries were just part of the packed audience, but their presence together became one of the most talked-about moments of the night.
As the dust settles on yet another celebrity sighting, fans will be watching closely to see if Reynolds and Jeffries have more to share. Whether this was a one-off appearance or the start of a new chapter remains to be seen. But for one night at least, the Imagine Dragons frontman was all smiles, clapping along to the music and enjoying the company of someone new.
