Gracie Abrams laughing with Paul Mescal at film premiere with golden lighting and cast members behind

Gracie Abrams Gushes Over Paul Mescal’s Hamnet

At a Glance

  • Gracie Abrams posted rare photos of boyfriend Paul Mescal behind the scenes of Hamnet
  • She called Mescal, director Chloé Zhao, and co-star Jessie Buckley “singular” in Instagram Stories
  • The film won two Golden Globes on January 11, including Best Motion Picture – Drama
  • Why it matters: The public praise offers fans a rare look at the couple’s supportive dynamic

Gracie Abrams is celebrating Paul Mescal’s latest film, Hamnet, with a heartfelt social-media shout-out and never-before-seen photos from the set.

Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos

In a series of Instagram Stories posted Friday, January 16, the 26-year-old singer shared candid moments of Mescal, 29, enjoying downtime during production. One slide shows the actor hiking to a waterfall; another captures him laughing between takes with co-star Jessie Buckley, 36.

Abrams raved about the creative team:

  • “Chloé is singular”
  • “Jessie is singular”
  • “Paul is singular”
Gracie Abrams photographing waterfall with Paul Mescal hiking toward her and Jessie Buckley laughing behind branches

She concluded, “Thank god for what they made. Go see it and you will be better off.”

A Personal Note

The Grammy-nominated artist added a playful declaration over a photo of Mescal hugging Oscar-winning director Chloé Zhao, 43: “Also I love him surprise.”

A follow-up slide shows the actor in a denim jacket and a Shakespeare-themed T-shirt reading “Will Power,” a nod to his role as William Shakespeare.

Awards Momentum

Hamnet secured two major wins at the January 11 Golden Globes:

Award Winner
Best Motion Picture – Drama Hamnet
Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama Jessie Buckley

The film dramatizes the death of Shakespeare’s son, Hamnet, and how that loss inspired Hamlet. It is adapted from Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 historical-fiction novel.

Public Support

Abrams and Mescal were first linked in 2024 after being spotted dining in London. She later accompanied him to the Golden Globes ceremony earlier this month.

In her final Instagram Story, Abrams encouraged audiences to experience the film communally: “The experience of being in a big dark room … packed full of people feeling and sobbing and holding each other … A reminder and a relief. Try that version.”

Key Takeaways

  • Gracie Abrams used Instagram Stories to praise Hamnet and its cast
  • The film has received critical acclaim and two Golden Globes
  • The couple’s rare public displays highlight their supportive relationship

Author

  • My name is Marcus L. Bennett, and I cover crime, law enforcement, and public safety in Los Angeles.

    Marcus L. Bennett is a Senior Correspondent for News of Los Angeles, covering housing, real estate, and urban development across LA County. A former city housing inspector, he’s known for investigative reporting that exposes how development policies and market forces impact everyday families.

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