Are Dan and Phil dating?
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Dan Howell and Phil Lester, better known as the YouTube duo Dan and Phil, are dating and they've been together since 2009. In their latest YouTube video posted on October 13, 2025, they address the "Phan" rumors and note that they've been romantically involved pretty much since they've met.
While they used to say they were just close friends, they explain that they fell hard and fast for each other and didn't want to put a label on it. In 2019, Dan and Phil both came out as gay in videos on their personal channels. In 2021, they bought a home and moved in together, sparking even more conversations about them being together.
Are you surprised that Dan and Phil have confirmed their relationship?
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While they used to say they were just close friends, they explain that they fell hard and fast for each other and didn't want to put a label on it. In 2019, Dan and Phil both came out as gay in videos on their personal channels. In 2021, they bought a home and moved in together, sparking even more conversations about them being together.
Are you surprised that Dan and Phil have confirmed their relationship?
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