The End of an Eight-Year Relationship
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin have broken up after eight years together, a report from People confirmed on June 4. A source stated:
“It feels final this time.”
What Went Wrong?

According to an insider speaking to the Daily Mail, the breakup had been a long time coming:
“Their relationship has been over for a long time, they just haven’t been able to figure out how to make it official.”
The source also said Dakota Johnson had been holding out hope:
“She loved him so much and loved his kids so much.”
A Pattern of Breakups and Makeups

The insider continued:
“Breakups aren’t instant—they continued to break up and make up.”
“Things would work when they were apart for work… but little things kept adding up.”
Dakota is reportedly devastated by the idea of seeing less of Chris’s children, but still wants to be a presence in their lives:
“She wants them to know that she is always there for them.”
Age Gap and Future Plans

A separate source told The Sun that the age gap was often an issue:
“They really tried to work through their issues, but the age gap was often a problem.”
Dakota has expressed a desire to have children someday, while Chris is reportedly content with the children he already has.
Reflecting on the Past
The source noted:
“They made some beautiful memories as a family… it’ll be hard for both of them to move on after such a long relationship.”
Is There Still Hope?
Despite the finality of the breakup, the Daily Mail source suggested there’s still a small chance of reconciliation:
“Being separated will do wonders if they were to have any type of future together.”
Feeling Emotional? You’re Not Alone.
This news has left fans heartbroken. Eight years, so many memories—and a tough goodbye.