Honestly, if you've been following the whirlwind that is Camila Cabello’s love life, you know it’s never exactly boring. But lately? It’s been different. We aren't talking about the usual "will-they-won't-they" Shawn Mendes drama that dominated headlines for half a decade.
Right now, in early 2026, the "Havana" singer seems to have traded the guitar-strumming pop duets for a much more private, high-society lifestyle.
Camila Cabello dating billionaire heir Henry Junior Chalhoub is the shift nobody saw coming back in her Fifth Harmony days. They’ve been linked since late 2024, and while they aren't exactly shouting it from the rooftops, the paparazzi photos from St. Barts and Ibiza tell a pretty clear story.
It’s a vibe shift.
Who is Henry Junior Chalhoub?
Most people hear "billionaire heir" and think of some stiff guy in a suit. Henry isn't quite that. He’s Lebanese-born, based in Dubai, and his family is basically the gateway to luxury in the Middle East. The Chalhoub Group handles everything from Versace to Jimmy Choo.
The two first crossed paths at an Elie Saab afterparty in Saudi Arabia back in November 2024.
Funny enough, the relationship didn't blow up on TikTok immediately. It was a slow burn. They were spotted in St. Barts in January 2025, then at a Chanel show in Paris, and by the time the Ibiza "photo dump" happened in July 2025, it was official in everyone's eyes but their own. Camila even captioned an Instagram post with "falling in love" around that time.
That’s a big deal for her.
The Shawn Mendes Chapter is (Actually) Closed
We have to talk about Shawn. We have to.
For years, the internet was convinced these two were soulmates. They survived the pandemic together, adopted a dog named Tarzan, and gave us that infamous Coachella kiss in 2023 that set the world on fire. But that reconciliation was short-lived. By June 2023, it was over again.
As of January 2026, Shawn has very publicly moved on. He was recently spotted in Brazil and Los Angeles with actress Bruna Marquezine.
- Shawn and Camila split for the first time: November 2021.
- The Coachella Reunion: April 2023.
- Final Separation: June 2023.
It’s weird to think they aren't "the" couple anymore, but it feels healthy. Shawn even admitted in late 2024 interviews that they hadn't been close for a couple of years. Sometimes the best thing you can do for a friendship is let the romance part die.
Why This Relationship Hits Different
Before Henry, Camila had a string of very different types.
There was Matthew Hussey, the British dating coach who she later revealed was her first real love (and her "first" in other ways, too). Then the massive Shawn era. Then a brief stint with Austin Kevitch, the CEO of the Lox Club dating app.
She seems to be moving away from the "industry" guys.
Henry doesn't need her fame. He has his own world in luxury retail and reinsurance. When they were spotted at the Monaco E-Prix in May 2025, they looked like a couple that actually enjoys just being together, rather than a couple trying to sell a single.
That’s probably why she looks so relaxed lately.
The Rauw Alejandro Rumors (Setting the Record Straight)
There was a weird moment in 2023 where everyone thought she was dating Rauw Alejandro right after his split from Rosalía.
They were at a soccer game. They were at an awards show.
People lost their minds.
But sources close to them were quick to shut it down. "100 percent not true," they said. It turns out you can actually be in the same VIP section as another famous person without wanting to marry them. Who knew?
What’s Next for Camila?
She’s 28 now. She’s transitioned from the "girl group" image to a solo powerhouse, and now she’s navigating a relationship that exists largely outside the Hollywood bubble.
If you're looking for the next "Senorita" style collaboration, don't hold your breath. This era of Camila Cabello dating seems to be more about private yachts and quiet Paris dinners than red-carpet launches.
Next steps for fans and followers:
- Stop waiting for a Shawn reunion. It’s 2026; he’s with Bruna, she’s with Henry. Let it go.
- Follow her "photo dumps" closely. She’s been sharing more personal, less-curated glimpses of her life on Instagram lately, which is where the real relationship breadcrumbs are hidden.
- Check out her latest lyrics. Her album C,XOXO and subsequent singles have moved away from the heartbreak of the past and into this new, more experimental phase of her life.
She’s basically living her best life, and honestly? We love that for her.