Long before Ben Platt and Noah Galvin-a duo of talented actors hailing from Dear Evan Hansen-appeared as a couple, the two had long been in their relationship. The pair, who have been friends for several years, made things public in May 2020 and then got married in September 2024. Below, see the timeline of all major relationship milestones, from the day they met through their wedding day.
2015: The First Meeting
Platt and Galvin met for the first time in 2015 over a web series arranged by their mutual friends. Later, Ben Platt appeared on Dinner’s On Me and mentioned that they were introduced inside Galvin’s mother’s apartment to have improv scenes together. This was where they instantly felt the attraction for each other’s skill, marking the beginning of a solid friendship.
November 2017: A Friendship Exposed
Their professional relationship came into the limelight in November 2017, when Ben Platt was about to leave the title role of Evan Hansen in the musical Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway, and Noah Galvin was announced as his replacement. Platt had even then posted an all-light-hearted Instagram post that showed how good they were with each other, and their friendship hit headlines.
April 2019: Watched Wicked Together
In 2019, Platt and Galvin were spotted to watch a show of Wicked, produced by Platt’s father. Galvin shared an adorable Instagram post of the two posing with the cast and seemed much closer. This sighting only nailed how strong a bond the two actors had become.
October 2019: Halloween Celebrations
In October of that year, Platt and Galvin attended Bette Midler’s Hulaween party together, dressed as Wizard of Oz characters, along with a group of friends who joined them. That they had such coordinated outfits spoke only to how fun and tight their relationship was, but they were still merely referred to as friends at that time.
March 2020: Moving In Together
In the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, Platt and Galvin took a huge leap in their relationship and moved into Platt’s childhood home together. Newly shared moments of dance parties and light-hearted quarantine fun began popping up on Instagram. Platt would later look back on the period as one in which their relationship rapidly intensified.
May 2020: Announcement of Relationship
During an interview on the Little Known Facts podcast in May 2020, Noah Galvin let the cat out of the bag and confirmed the relationship with Ben Platt. According to him, they started dating just before quarantine, although their friendship was long before that. They were officially a couple for the first time.
December 2020: Instagram Official
On New Year’s Eve 2020, Platt and Galvin made their relationship Instagram official with posts of tributes to each other. The men shared sweet messages about how their bond is going great now, making it official in the public domain. Platt called Galvin his “2020 savior,” and Galvin said he wants to see more of Platt in this coming year.
April 2021: A Musical Dedication
In April 2021, Platt released the single “Imagine,” in which he openly admitted that the song was about Galvin. In interviews, Platt shared how the song epitomized life and how his love with Galvin turned the ordinary into a fantasy. This was a declaration of deep love.
June 2021: Reflecting on Their Relationship
In an interview with The Kelly Clarkson Show, Platt spoke about his blossoming relationship with Galvin and how they had been friends for five years before finally making the conscious decision to give in to their love feelings. Platt says he was slow to realize Galvin was the one, adding that Galvin also brought him into the present.
September 2021: Supporting Each Other’s Careers
In September 2021, Galvin made an appearance with Platt at the red carpet premiere of Dear Evan Hansen. Hand in hand, the two weren’t letting their love go unnoticed at this event. This was another public display of their strong love as they continued to support one another in their professional endeavors.
November 2022: The Engagement
In November 2022, Platt and Galvin announced that these two were getting engaged. Platt proposed to Galvin, and the couple shared some really intimate moments of the proposal on social media. Their engagement was so joyful, with Galvin joking he cried for hours after saying “yes.” Another chapter of their relationship unfolded.
February 2023: A Times-Two Proposal
In February 2023, Platt announced Galvin had “proposed back,” giving Platt a sapphire engagement ring. He shared this special moment with a sweet photo via Instagram and shared how happy he feels. The two proposals symbolized equality and mutual love in their relationship.
June 2023: Celebrating Engagement at the Tony Awards
The couple showed up to the 2023 Tony Awards, proudly wearing their engagement rings. They were all over each other, giving kisses on the red carpet as a display of their love for one another. This was a sighting to make a statement about how they continued their journey to marriage while celebrating accomplishment in the theater world.
July 2023: Working Together on Theater Camp
In July 2023, Platt and Galvin starred together in the film Theater Camp. They said it was the best working with each other because they had the same kind of senses of humor, and they had the same kind of vision for the project. The couple acknowledged how well their sense of taste had matched up, which initially drew them together.
August 2024: Thinking Back to Early Obstacles
In an interview with the Dinner’s On Me podcast in August of 2024, Platt said he once panicked and broke up with Galvin early into their relationship. However, they realized their connection wasn’t something to be ignored. They went back to each other, realizing that their connection was more than just friendship.
September 2024: The Wedding
Ben Platt and Noah Galvin married in Brooklyn on September 1, 2024. The event was officiated by Platt’s Rabbi, assisted by activities over the course of the weekend. Platt and Galvin want the wedding to be joyful and free of stress; dancing will be involved and shared warmth among family and friends. For the newlywed husbands, it was an overactive celebration of love.
Conclusion
From the time they met in 2015 until they said their vows in 2024, Ben Platt and Noah Galvin’s relationship has been one of laughter, trials, and support for each other. From friend to lifelong companion, their story is a revelation in true love and passion as they seal their love in a wedding filled with family and friends.
