It looks like we have a new duo turning heads! Actor Jesse Williams, known for his work on Grey’s Anatomy, was recently spotted enjoying a sunny stroll with his Hotel Costiera co-star, Alejandra Onieva. The two were seen walking hand-in-hand through the beautiful streets of Milan this past Thursday, September 4.
Jesse, 44, and Alejandra, 33, couldn’t stop smiling as they explored the city. They even seemed to coordinate their outfits for the occasion. Jesse kept it cool and casual in a cream polo shirt, matching pants, and sneakers. Alejandra looked stunning in a brown and cream striped long-sleeve blouse, which she wore unbuttoned and tied at the front, showing off a long chain necklace. She completed her look with cream pants and a nude-colored bag, with her blonde hair flowing in soft waves.
Despite the cozy photos, neither Jesse nor Alejandra has spoken publicly about whether they’re more than just friends. Their connection might have sparked on the set of their new series, Hotel Costiera, which is set to premiere on Amazon Prime on Wednesday, September 24.
What’s ‘Hotel Costiera’ All About?
In the upcoming series, Jesse Williams takes on the role of Daniel "DD" De Luca. DD is a former Marine, half-Italian, who makes his way back to Italy. The show’s description says he lands a job at a fancy hotel located along the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Alejandra Onieva plays a character named Sheryl. Details about her role are being kept under wraps for now, adding a bit of mystery to her part. The show also features a talented cast, including Maria Chiara Giannetta, Jordan Alexandra, Antonio Gerardi, Sam Haygarth, Tommaso Ragno, Amanda Campana, Pierpaolo Spollon, and Jean-Hugues Anglade.
Jesse’s Past Relationships
Before this potential new romance, Jesse Williams was married to Aryn Drake-Lee. They tied the knot in 2012 and share two children: Sadie, who is 11, and Maceo, 9. The couple split in April 2017 after five years of marriage. Their breakup later became complicated as they worked through custody arrangements for their kids. The divorce was officially finalized in 2020, with both agreeing to share joint legal and physical custody.
Reports from Us Weekly in September 2024 indicated that Williams asked to change the custody agreement. He requested equal shared physical custody and more visitation time. Later, a judge granted Williams sole legal custody over his children’s healthcare. In May 2025, according to documents obtained by Us, Drake-Lee sought to reverse Williams’ medical custody rights for their kids. Their next hearing has been pushed back due to scheduling issues. After his separation from Drake-Lee, Jesse was briefly linked to Minka Kelly, Taylor Rooks, and Taylour Paige.
Alejandra’s Dating History
On Alejandra’s side, rumors previously connected her to Marvel star Sebastian Stan. In the summer of 2020, Alejandra and Stan, who is 43, were photographed holding hands in New York City. A few months later, in December 2020, Alejandra seemed to confirm their relationship by posting a photo of their shadows on Instagram with the caption, "Walking on a dream." The pair was last seen together in November 2021. Sebastian Stan has since moved on and has been in a relationship with actress Annabelle Wallis since May 2022.
It seems both Jesse and Alejandra have interesting pasts, and now, they’re stepping into a new chapter together, both on and off screen. Whether their Milan outing means more than just a friendly co-star bond remains to be seen. We’ll be keeping an eye out!