15 Women Drake May Or May Not Have Dated
When it comes to Drake, we undoubtedly love his music. The 30-year old Canadian rapper has released hit after hit and was ranked as the "World's Best-Selling Recording Artist of 2016". And it does not look like his career will take a pause anytime soon. But aside from bopping our heads and twerking our booties to his songs, what we take pleasure in even more is learning about his latest female flings, crushes, and love interests.
For years, he has been rumored to date many Hollywood celebrities and has never been shy to express his fondness for someone. Famous for rapping about his past relationships in his lyrics, he is indeed a ladies' man. And we are sure whoever he has his eye on next would not mind his romantic gestures. But do we ever know for sure which of these women have actually been in a relationship with the 6 God?
Here are 15 women who may or may not have dated Drizzy.
15 Jennifer Lopez
Unless you've been living under a rock, we all recently went crazy over a photo of Miss J.Lo and Drizzy cozied up, which was posted on both of their Instagram pages. There were also multiple videos on YouTube of the two dancing and showing PDA at a private prom-like festivity. According to E! News, she cancelled a million dollar New Year's Eve performance to spend the night with Drake, and not long afterwards, he bought her a $100,000 diamond necklace from Tiffany's. Fans even gave them an unofficial couple name: DraLo. Unfortunately, the relationship ended fairly quick reportedly due to their busy work schedules.
When confronted by Ellen Degeneres on her talk show regarding the intimate Instagram photo, Jennifer casually stated: "We were just hanging out." As Ellen is known to sneak some facts from her guests in a humorous way, Jennifer continued to play coy and say that they were working on music: "Actually, he sent me a song that he wanted me to be on. And then I got on the song, and yeah, so we have a song together. I don't know what he's gonna do with it."
14 Rosee Divine
While the rumors were still buzzing about J.Lo, Drake was spotted having dinner in Amsterdam with another woman. He does not seem to waste a second, even when being rumored with someone else. The Daily Mail reported that it was retired "industry" star Rosee Divine, and as shown by a few paparazzi photos, they were quite touchy-feely with each other. It seemed Drake was enjoying Rosee's company as they sat closely and he quickly turned his attention back to her after a few phone calls during the dinner.
Perhaps he was not seeing J.Lo anymore, but fans immediately assumed that he ditched the A-List star for Rosee. This is a pretty fair assumption since their famous Instagram picture was posted only a little over a month prior. But now we guess Rosee was just a fling or one-time date as there were no other sightings of the two since that dinner in Amsterdam.
13 Nicki Minaj
While neither had confirmed the relationship, Drake has a long history with the female rapper. From raunchy performances onstage together to their pretend public Twitter-marriage, it's easy to see that he's always felt a connection with Nicki Minaj. During the release of his debut album 'Thank Me Later', his lyrics which confessed his love for her got immediate attention: "I love Nicki Minaj/ I told her I'd admit it/ I hope one day we get married just to say we f***ing did it". When Minaj released her 2010 hit 'Moment 4 Life', Drake starred as her groom-to-be in a wedding-themed music video.
Unfortunately, they then had a falling-out for several years due to issues with their label. Nicki also had a relationship with Meek Mill, who ended up having a public beef with Drake. But an early February Instagram post from Drake showed a rekindled friendship with Nicki as they will collaborate on some new music. Oh, and she also recently became single… Coincidence?
12 Serena Williams
This surprise pairing fueled rumors when Drake suddenly showed up courtside at Serena Williams' tennis matches in 2015. TMZ reported the two were caught making out at a Cincinnati restaurant. Seems like Drake likes to cozy up to his women in restaurants. We have to admit that we would not mind being one of his many dinner dates if it means we get to cozy up with Drake. And HollywoodLife.com stated an exclusive source talks about what Drake's own mother thinks of Serena: “Sandi [Drake's mother] idolizes her athleticism and thinks she is a sweet and wholesome girl, much different from the wild and over-sexualized women Drake's been with in the past." Mom approval? Check!
However, Drizzy was blamed for Serena's loss against Roberta Vinci in the U.S. Open Semifinals. Tennis fans were so upset that a Twitter hashtag started trending: #BlameDrake. Poor Aubrey. We would be pretty distracted too if we were rumored to be with him.
11 Tyra Banks
Say what? You probably haven't heard this rumor, or maybe you have, but here are the details anyway! When asked by Ellen DeGeneres on her show if he was linked to Tyra Banks, Drake mentions their Disneyland date where they went to the amusement park in disguise. He says, “I went on a date with her one time. It was just one date.” There seems to be a pattern here with how many dates these women get with him. Is he the problem? No it can't be because he is so perfect in our eyes. Well, it seems they are still friendly as he cast her as his girlfriend in the 2016 music video "Child's Play". The 12-minute short film taped in Houston features the pair as a couple celebrating their anniversary at Cheesecake Factory, but a huge fight occurs when she takes a peak at his cell phone with possible texts from another woman. Thankfully, this is just acting.
10 Zoë Kravitz
Love was in the air as photos came out of Drake kissing Lenny Kravitz's daughter at Beyonce's concert in 2013. Months later in 2014, he attended a concert performed by Zoe's own band at Mod Club in Toronto. Apparently, they were all over each other getting hot and heavy. The following night, he was spotted out with her again! I think we can safely say that when Drake falls for someone, he just can't get enough. But eventually, it was just another fling as a source told E! News that they are not serious: “They are clearly hooking up. Nothing exclusive. They both travel the world, have millions of dollars. They have fun together.” In October of that year, Zoe showed her respect by uploading a #FlashbackFriday snapshot of Drake smooching her cheek in honor of his 28th birthday. Aww, #Friends4life! These two would definitely make one of the coolest couples out there, though!
9 Kat Dennings
In May 2013, Kat Dennings chatted with Chelsea Handler about her sushi date with Drizzy calling the date "different". While any normal girl would swoon over him, Kat thought it was awkward and overwhelming that his security guards followed them the entire night. Additionally, she was bombarded by threats from his fans on Twitter, many of whom claimed "You can't take Drake from me. He's mine." Drake was also asked by Ellen Degenerous of his possible fling with the 2 Broke Girls actress in a Q&A displaying photos of different women. Don't you just love Ellen? He explained, "I just always had a huge crush on Kat Dennings and she was kind enough one night to oblige me and we went out for dinner. They don't call me back after one date according to this." Really? He just makes us swoon! He is such a gentleman, and if Kat doesn't feel comfortable with going out with Drake, we would be happy to take her place instead! Are you listening Drizzy?
8 Taylor Swift
Was this ever one of the biggest scare of almost everyone's life! Right before the "DraLo" craziness, Drizzy posted an Instagram photo with Taylor Swift, captioning the snapshot "Is that velvet?". Both were standing in front of a crowd with their backs turned toward the camera, and the co-called Swifties world just went bazooka over the possibility that they were an item. There were mixed feelings as some fans claimed "I can't live in a world where Drake and Taylor Swift are dating," while others said, "I'm obsessed… " He also promoted a clip of his Apple Music commercial on IG (along with some sexy arms) hashtagging the post #SwiftGains, #LightWork, and #Draylor. OMG, just imagine the chaos after marking a couple name for him and Taylor. Despite the rumors, it looks like just a social media stunt to announce their collaboration in the studio. Breathe, Swifties, breathe! We were secretly siding with those who weren't happy about this pair!
7 Hailey Baldwin
In the summer of last year (shall we add that 2016 was quite the romantic time for Drizzy), TMZ shot several photos of Drake and the daughter of Stephen Baldwin getting close at an LA lounge on a late Tuesday night. Supposedly, they arranged a table with another couple and ordered rounds of shots. Despite gazing off at her phone, Hailey and Drake were at each other's side for most of the night, and he even casually moved in on her with his arms behind their seat. A few weeks later, she was spotted wearing his jacket at Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Canada where she was gearing up for the Much Music Video Awards. Later that night, they fooled around with Snapchat's famous dog-licking feature, and the post appears to show the inside of a hotel room or party. Drake as always never confirmed their relationship, but Hailey got to speak to E! News clarifying their friendship: "I've known him for a long time, I don't know if people really know that. I've known him for about like four years. He's a great friend.”
6 Amber Rose
Also in 2016, Drake seemed to have thrown a New Year's Eve party in Miami last year, which was attended by Amber Rose. She added a couple of videos on Instagram, one of his private NYE performance and the other of him up close dancing to his remixed verse in Fetty Wap's "My Way". Shortly after, they were seen having dinner in a private wine room that was covered by curtains. For NBA All-Star weekend, a source informed HollywoodLife.com that he had planned on spending that time with Amber and her BFF, Blac Chyna. Drake also released an album that credited Amber for providing a line to his song "Faithful". While the questions of "Are they or aren't they a couple?" continued, Amber was asked by Extra on a red carpet interview to clarify their relationship. "I've known Drake for 7 years now, so every time me and Drake hang out, it's like 'They're dating!'," she explains. "It's just part of my life, I guess."
5 Tika Sumpter
At 36 years old, Tika Sumpter has made a name for herself including her role as Raina Thorpe in Gossip Girl. She was linked to Drake back in 2011 when she admitted to having a crush on the rapper. In an interview with Xonecole.com, she mentions how they go way back during his days on Degrassi and she was a host of a reality series Best Friend's Date in 2004.She also used to call him Aubrey before his rap career set off. "The whole cast went out to dinner. He was so nice. And I remember him being like, 'I'm working on music,' and he sent me some music, actually. So yeah, he's been working on music for a long time," she says. Clarifying if they ever dated, she claims "he's a good person. But he was younger, way younger. Like, a baby." Well, we're sure she agrees Aubrey is quite the grown man now.
4 Tatyana Ali
In 2013, BOSSIP reports that sources claimed Drake attended the Supperclub in L.A. for the birthday of who we all know best as Ashley Banks from the hit 90's sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Photos of the two surfaced with one where his arms are wrapped around her and lovingly giving her a smooch on the cheek. Clearly Drake has a thing for throwing his (big, beautiful, buff) arms around many women, and some are even lucky enough to get a smooch on their cheeks. Please Drake we want the same treatment! Some say that they simply had a physical thing going on. Which is still a thing if you ask us, and one we wouldn't mind having either. Confronted by Wendy Williams on her talk show, Tatyana says he bought her a bottle of champagne for her birthday and she's always been a fan of his. Wendy Williams re-enforced her question, "Have you hooked up with him?" And Tatyana modestly responds, "I think he's awesome." Ugh, we will never get an answer!
3 Maliah Michel
When Drake released his music video “Find Your Love” in 2010, a new pretty lady named Maliah Michel was introduced and the world took notice. She originally worked at a Houston gentlemen's club where they had first met. After Drake gave her a shout-out in one of his songs (how does a woman get so lucky?), Maliah explains how she was cast in his video during a one-on-one with VIBE.com: "Drake called me directly and told me that he was the one shooting the video and how he wanted me for the lead part. I got to admit I was really geeked and could barely talk." We feel you girl, we would def react the same way! Unfortunately, things did not end on a positive note as years later, they had an unfriendly Twitter exchange. Reason for the back-and-forth argument was not clear. I guess the "Let's stay friends" option for these two was out of the question.
2 Keyshia Chante
Of all the women Drake has dated, Keyshia Chante seems to know him the longest as they dated at the ripe age of 14! Wow talk about being young and in love. Okay maybe not the love part but lucky her! She got to know Drake before the fame (we wonder if he is still the same guy!) We bet he is just as sweet, if not even sweeter (if that's possible). Both Toronto natives, Drake got the attention of the 106 & Park host through a message board that said they were in a relationship together having just met the day before. Ah, young love… In 2013, Drake appeared on Keyshia's show where you would think the exes may act awkward, but nope! They reminisced about their young years together and he happily implied, "You were one of my first crushes, and a lot of people might not know this, but I actually rapped about you before." Even as a teen, Drake already had game. Bonus points for Aubrey!
1 Rihanna
OK, so we saved the most obvious for last… Ri Ri and Drizzy have had more on-again, off-again moments more times than we can count. Right when we were rooting for them to make it, they call it quits. Many wanted her to choose Drake over her ex Chris Brown. They first met in 2005, collaborated on their first hit together "What's My Name?", and have since released more songs that got us movin' and groovin' including "Take Care", “Too Good,” and "Work". Every time they performed onstage, the chemistry was there. Drake even declared his love for her in front of the millions of people watching last year's VMAs. "She's someone I've been in love with since I was 22 years old," he says. "She's one of my best friends in the world. All of my adult life, I've looked up to her even though she's younger than me." Despite breaking up shortly after, it seems the feelings are still there as he recently gave her a birthday shout-out during one of his concerts for his Boy Meets World tour.
Although he's a well-known bachelor, we all know Drake is a romantic at heart. One day, the right woman will come along for Mr. Aubrey and we are keeping our fingers crossed!