Lana Del Rey and Husband Jeremy Dufrene Enjoy Playful Night Out in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA, September 3, 2025 — Lana Del Rey and her husband, Jeremy Dufrene, brought their signature charm to Los Angeles on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, delighting fans with a playful night out at the iconic Chateau Marmont. The couple, married since September 26, 2024, radiated joy and affection, showcasing their strong bond far from the Louisiana bayou where their love story began.
The “Summertime Sadness” singer, 40, was all smiles in a laid-back ensemble, making playful faces at paparazzi from the passenger seat of their car, while Dufrene, 49, took the wheel, exuding relaxed confidence. The couple’s lighthearted demeanor continued as Del Rey engaged with fans, signing autographs and soaking up the vibrant Hollywood energy. The evening highlighted their seamless integration into each other’s worlds, with Dufrene, a Louisiana-based alligator tour guide, appearing at ease in Del Rey’s high-profile L.A. lifestyle.
A Whirlwind Romance Rooted in the Bayou
Del Rey and Dufrene’s relationship, which first sparked public interest in August 2024 after they were spotted holding hands at the Reading & Leeds Festival in England, has captivated fans with its unconventional charm. The couple first met in March 2019 when Del Rey took one of Dufrene’s swamp tours with Airboat Tours by Arthur in Des Allemands, Louisiana. She playfully captioned a Facebook post at the time, “Jeremy lemme be captain at Arthur’s Air Boat Tours,” hinting at their early connection.
Their romance blossomed after reconnecting in May 2024 during Del Rey’s visit to Louisiana for Hangout Fest. By September 7, 2024, they made their public debut as a couple at model Karen Elson’s wedding in New York City, with Del Rey stunning in a satin blue halter dress and Dufrene in a sharp navy suit. Just weeks later, on September 26, they tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at the same Louisiana bayou where Dufrene operates his tours, a location deeply meaningful to their relationship.
Navigating Fame and Privacy
Del Rey, known for keeping her personal life private, has occasionally shared glimpses of her happiness with Dufrene. In an Instagram post on April 4, 2025, she reflected on their “crazy nine months” of marriage, sharing photos of the couple wearing matching “bride” and “groom” captain hats and celebrating at an alligator-themed birthday party with Dufrene’s three children from a previous relationship. “Jeremy is the one and only. And amazing. And we’re very happy,” Del Rey wrote, addressing media scrutiny and paparazzi intrusion, including alleged drone surveillance by a local couple in Houma, Louisiana.
The singer has also paid tribute to Dufrene in subtle ways, such as wearing gold alligator-shaped hair clips at the 2025 Met Gala, a nod to his work as a captain at Airboat Tours by Arthur. Dufrene, a father of two daughters and a son, transitioned from a chemical plant job to guiding tours, a career he loves for its connection to wildlife and customers, according to his company bio.
A Love Story That Inspires
The couple’s chemistry was evident during their L.A. outing, with Del Rey’s playful antics and Dufrene’s steady presence drawing comparisons to their earlier public moments, such as a romantic Louisiana date night in October 2024 where Del Rey proudly displayed her wedding ring. Fans have celebrated their unlikely pairing, with social media buzzing about their “aura” and genuine connection, as noted in posts on X.
Del Rey has credited frequent collaborator Jack Antonoff’s marriage to Margaret Qualley as inspiration for her own, noting at Variety’s Hitmakers Brunch in December 2024 that Antonoff’s relationship encouraged her to find her “amazing husband.” In a recent W Magazine interview, she revealed falling in love with Dufrene “pretty immediately” during their 2019 encounter, despite initial concerns about the challenges of her fame. Dufrene’s response—“I work with alligators—I have tough skin”—proved his resilience, endearing him further to Del Rey and her fans.
Looking Ahead
As Del Rey prepares for her upcoming performance at the Stagecoach Festival from April 25–27, 2026, and continues to work on new music, her life with Dufrene remains a source of inspiration. The couple’s ability to balance their contrasting worlds—Hollywood glamour and Louisiana’s swampy charm—continues to captivate audiences. Their L.A. night out serves as a reminder of their enduring happiness, with Del Rey gushing at the InStyle Imagemaker Awards in October 2024, “It’s good. We’re happy.”
Whether strolling through Los Angeles or navigating the bayou, Lana Del Rey and Jeremy Dufrene’s love story remains a testament to finding joy in unexpected places, proving that even a pop icon and an alligator tour guide can create a melody all their own.
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