Harry Potter Actress Evanna Lynch Secretly Dated Her Co-Star For Nine Years

The actress behind the beloved Luna Lovegood character had her own real-life romance quietly unfolding behind the cameras with one of her Harry Potter co-stars.

Evanna Lynch charmed fans around the world when she made her debut as Luna Lovegood in 2007’s Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, instantly becoming one of the most memorable additions to the series. Her quirky, kind-hearted portrayal made her a fan favorite almost overnight.

While many fans hoped Luna would one day end up with Neville Longbottom, played by Matthew Lewis, or even with Harry himself, her character stayed single in the films. But away from the screen, Lynch’s love story was quietly unfolding with a fellow cast member who joined the same movie.

Unlike her character, Lynch found romance with a co-star who also appeared in The Order of the Phoenix — actor Robbie Jarvis. The two met while working on the film and quickly hit it off during their time on set.

Jarvis played a younger version of James Potter, Harry’s father, appearing briefly in a flashback scene. Even though his role was small, his character was crucial to understanding parts of Harry’s story and family history.

While fans may not immediately recognize Jarvis from his brief appearance, his few moments on screen as young James — teasing a young Severus Snape alongside other Hogwarts students — were enough to leave an impression. That short filming period would also mark the start of a relationship that would last for nearly a decade.

Fans all over the world loved Evanna Lynch's portrayal of Luna Lovegood Warner Bros

During the flashback scene, Jarvis’s James Potter is seen playfully disarming Snape, an act that quickly turns into bullying with a few other students joining in. It’s one of the key glimpses into Harry’s father’s past and personality.

Even though Jarvis only had a brief appearance, his time on set turned out to be life-changing. He and Lynch formed a close bond that blossomed into a romance lasting almost nine years.

The pair kept their relationship under wraps for years after meeting during filming, quietly dating until 2015 when they finally confirmed it publicly through a series of Instagram posts that delighted Harry Potter fans.

In May 2015, Lynch shared a photo of Jarvis on social media with the caption: "Happy 29th Birthday to this little babe!! Sweetest boy! Off to see a show together #happybirthdayrobbie." The sweet post was one of the first public acknowledgments of their relationship, confirming long-running rumors among dedicated fans. Jarvis, who portrayed young James Potter, appeared in the fifth installment of the series, produced by Warner Bros.

More snapshots followed, including pictures of the two visiting Hobbiton in New Zealand, the iconic filming location of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, giving fans a glimpse into their shared adventures beyond the wizarding world.

Jarvis played a younger James Potter in Order of the Phoenix Warner Bros

Although their romantic relationship ended in 2016, Lynch and Jarvis stayed on good terms and continued to support each other both personally and professionally. Their friendship appeared to remain strong even after the breakup.

Speaking at the premiere of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Lynch confirmed their close bond, saying: "We're both vegans, so we go to a lot of vegan events together. So yeah, we're good friends."

Jarvis also showed that their friendship had endured when, in 2020, he shared a heartfelt birthday post for Lynch on social media, proving that their connection had stood the test of time long after their romance ended.