In July 2024, Reese Witherspoon was seen out with financier Oliver Haarmann in New York City at L’Artusi restaurant in the West Village. A source initially told People that the pair were just “friends,” as The Morning Show star was taking “things slow when it comes to dating.” (In March 2023, Witherspoon announced her divorce from Jim Toth after 12 years together; she and Toth share one son, Tennessee.)“She enjoys it but doesn’t want it to be a big focus. She’s busy with work and her son,” the source said. “These are her biggest priorities.”But in September 2024, Witherspoon and Haarmann were seen again. An insider told People, “They’re friends, and it’s just casual.” However, multiple sources told the outlet that the couple is indeed dating. Over a year later, the pair remained on, strong, and very affectionate during a Saint-Tropez trip.Here’s everything to know so far about Haarmann and his connection to Witherspoon.Jump to:Who is Oliver Haarmann?How long have he and Witherspoon been dating?Have they made any public appearances in 2025?How was their relationship in fall 2025?Have they made any public appearances in 2026?Who is Oliver Haarmann?Haarmann is a very successful financier who began his career in London at global investment firm KKR. He was a graduate of Brown University and went on to Harvard University for a master’s in business administration, according to LinkedIn, per People. In 2010, he founded Searchlight Capital Partners.Haarmann was previously married to Mala Gaonkar, who began her hedge fund SurgoCap Partners in 2022. The former couple started a charity together called Surgo Foundation, which focuses on the analysis of global problems to find functional solutions.How long have he and Witherspoon been dating?The two were first linked in July 2024, arriving in the city by helicopter before heading to that famous dinner at L’Artusi. In early September, they were photographed holding hands leaving a hotel together, once again in New York City.In October, a source told People that Witherspoon is still “having fun” with the businessman.“Reese is doing great and enjoys dating. She’s having fun with Oliver,” the insider claimed. “She often flies between Nashville and NYC to see him. He’s spending time with her kids too.”They added, “Reese loves that he’s a businessman and not into Hollywood.”Have they made any public appearances in 2025?TMZ ran photos of Witherspoon and Haarmann vacationing together in Saint-Tropez, France, on July 14. In the shots, the pair hugged and kissed on a yacht. They were also seen swimming and relaxing in the water.On September 17, they were spotted leaving London’s Barbican Centre hand in hand. A production of the Tony award-winning play Good Night, Oscar—which stars Will & Grace actor Sean Hayes—is currently running at the theater.How was their relationship in fall 2025?In late September, People reported that the couple is in a great place privately. “Her relationship with Oliver is very special to her,” a source told the outlet. “He’s not interested in the Hollywood spotlight. He’s there for her.”The source added that Haarmann is “very supportive of her,” and that her three children “are doing well.” They concluded, “Everything is balanced, and it makes her very happy.”Have they made any public appearances in 2026?Witherspoon and Haarmann were photographed together in New York City on April 5, during a low-key outing in SoHo. Witherspoon wore blue jeans paired with a black quilted jacket and dark sunglasses, while Haarmann opted for a gray sweater layered under a navy utility-style coat.