Gigi Paris Sparks New Romance with Ex-NFL Star After Glen Powell Drama
Gigi Paris Moves On
A year and a half after parting ways with Glen Powell, Gigi Paris has made headlines again, this time with her new boyfriend.
Red Carpet Debut
The model, currently 33 years old, attended the 2025 Angel Ball in New York City alongside retired NFL player Cooper Helfet, aged 36. The couple posed for photographs, marking their first official public appearance together.
On this occasion, Paris looked stunning in a champagne-colored silk gown, embellished with a sparkling diamond-and-emerald necklace, matching stud earrings, and a stylish black clutch.

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Cooper Helfet complemented Paris beautifully, donning a classic black suit paired with a white collared shirt and a tie that matched her dress perfectly.
Reflection on Past Relationships
Gigi Paris and Glen Powell, 37, ended their three-year relationship in April 2024. During this time, rumors of Powell’s romance with his co-star Sydney Sweeney began swirling.
In a recent episode of the “Too Much Podcast,” Paris openly discussed her feelings following the breakup, stating that Powell had told her, *”This is what I have to do for my job.”* The split left her feeling shattered.
When reflecting on her emotions, Paris shared she felt she had two choices. She could either *”pretend like [she] was going along with”* the rumors or decisively walk away from the situation.

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Ultimately, she chose to prioritize her self-respect, stating, *”I just wanted respect, especially if it’s gonna be public… Just don’t make a fool out of someone you’ve been with for over three years.”*
Advice and Moving Forward
In the wake of the breakup, Powell has since spoken about his relationship with Paris, expressing that he holds nothing but love and respect for her. He acknowledged that everyone has their own story to tell regarding their split.

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With new beginnings ahead, both Gigi Paris and Glen Powell continue to navigate their evolving paths. As we watch Paris step confidently into her new phase with Cooper Helfet, it’s clear she’s prioritizing happiness.
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