Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann have recently taken their relationship to a new level, transitioning from friends to dating. This shift was confirmed by multiple sources exclusively to PEOPLE after the pair were seen together at an Assouline opening event on September 4, 2024, in New York City.
The event, also attended by Roger Federer and Anna Wintour, marked their second public outing in little over a month, with the two appearing comfortable and at ease with one another. The growing connection between the Oscar-winning actress and the financier has sparked significant attention.
While their relationship has progressed, sources emphasize that Witherspoon and Haarmann are still keeping things casual. One insider described them as “friends,” and another pointed out that Witherspoon is taking her time with dating. Despite this, the pair has been spending more time together, having first been photographed in July.
During that time, they were seen arriving in New York by helicopter and dining together at L’Artusi in the West Village. Witherspoon continues to prioritize her career and her 11-year-old son, Tennessee, over her personal life.
Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann (@reesewitherspoon/Instagram)
Witherspoon’s Previous Marriages and Personal Reflections
Witherspoon’s relationship with Haarmann follows her divorce from Jim Toth in March 2023, after nearly 12 years of marriage. She shares one child, Tennessee, with Toth, and they finalized their divorce by August 2023. Witherspoon also has two children from her first marriage to actor Ryan Phillippe.
Reflecting on her divorces, Witherspoon has spoken about how she handles her personal life differently than in the past, focusing on authenticity and vulnerability when sharing her experiences. She emphasized the importance of controlling her narrative and not letting speculation dictate her story.
Though Witherspoon appears open to her relationship with Haarmann, she is proceeding with caution. A source close to her shared that she enjoys spending time with him but remains focused on her work and family, particularly her children.
Witherspoon has always been careful about maintaining balance in her personal and professional life, and this relationship seems to follow that approach. The pair’s relationship is still in its early stages, and it appears that they are taking their time to get to know each other more deeply.
The future of Witherspoon and Haarmann’s relationship remains to be seen, though the two continue to spend time together. With Witherspoon’s focus on privacy, it’s likely that they will keep their connection relatively low-key for now. Her priorities remain centered on her career and family, which may influence how the relationship evolves. It will be interesting to see how the pair’s bond develops over time, and whether they eventually choose to become more public about their connection or maintain a private relationship moving forward.
