Joshua Jackson has sparked fresh romance speculation after being spotted on a cosy New York City outing with model Olivia Burgess, just weeks after renewed attention surrounding his on-screen reunion with former girlfriend Katie Holmes.
The Dawson's Creek star, 47, was seen walking through Manhattan alongside Burgess, with the pair appearing relaxed and comfortable as they kept close during the low-key outing. The sighting immediately fuelled speculation online that Jackson may be moving on following his 2023 split from actress Jodie Turner-Smith.
It comes amid ongoing fascination with the actor's romantic history, particularly his renewed connection with Holmes earlier this year, which briefly sent fans into overdrive.
The former co-stars and one-time couple, who met on Dawson's Creek in the late 1990s, were photographed holding hands during a friendly reunion earlier this year, prompting widespread speculation that a romance could be back on the cards after more than two decades apart.
However, the context behind that moment stems from their recent professional collaboration on the film Happy Hours, which Holmes both stars in and directs.
Addressing their creative reunion after 25 years, Holmes told Variety: 'It's like a shorthand that we quickly realize still exists. We've always done well working off one another. He directs me, and I direct him without us even mentioning it.'
Her comments made clear the pair's dynamic remains firmly professional and collaborative, despite fan-led romantic speculation.
Olivia Burgess Outing Sparks Interest
Attention has now shifted firmly to Olivia Burgess following her New York outing with Jackson.
According to InStyle, the pair appeared at ease as they strolled through the city together. Burgess, a model and creative, has largely remained outside the Hollywood spotlight until now, but her sudden appearance alongside the actor has placed her under intense public scrutiny.
While neither Jackson nor Burgess has commented on the rumours, the timing of the sighting has inevitably intensified speculation over whether the outing was romantic or simply a friendship between the pair.
Jackson's love life has been closely watched since his separation from Turner-Smith in 2023. The couple married in 2019 and share a daughter together. Despite their split, both have publicly emphasised their commitment to co-parenting.
Turner-Smith previously described the transition as 'an adjustment period', while stressing the importance of prioritising their child.
Jackson has also spoken candidly about the emotional toll of divorce, admitting on the Dinner's On Me podcast earlier this year: 'No matter how evolved you are or not, divorce is brutal.'
Fan Frenzy Adds to Speculation
The renewed attention around Jackson's relationships has also spilled onto social media, with Reddit users revisiting his past with Holmes following their recent reunion.
In a Dawson's Creek subreddit thread, fans debated the possibility of a rekindled romance, with one user writing: 'This would save 2026', while others joked about remaining hopeful despite a lack of confirmation.
However, much of the discussion remains fan speculation rather than substantiated reporting, with neither Jackson nor Holmes suggesting that their relationship has moved beyond friendship or professional collaboration on Happy Hours.
For now, Jackson's appearance with Olivia Burgess has added fresh intrigue to his romantic life, but whether the model is simply a close companion or the actor's latest love interest remains firmly unconfirmed, ensuring speculation around the Dawson's Creek star is unlikely to fade anytime soon.
