Tennis Fans Left Confused by the Mystery Surrounding Coco Gauff’s Boyfriend, Jalen Sera, and Their Breakup Rumours
Coco Gauff is one of the most well-known tennis stars in the world right now. The world No. 4 has already won two Grand Slam titles, and she has accomplished that at just 22 years old, making her rise even more impressive.
The American has put together another impressive run at the 2026 US Open, reaching the semifinals, where she faces Elena Rybakina in an exciting clash.
While much is known about Gauff’s accomplishments on the court, many of her die-hard fans remain curious about her personal life, particularly her relationship with Jalen Sera.
Who Is Jalen Sera, Coco Gauff’s Boyfriend?
Sera is an Atlanta-based actor and musician who has reportedly been in a private relationship with the tennis star since 2023.
The 24-year-old has a few minor television and film credits as an actor and is also pursuing a career in music. According to reports, he has plans to attend music school.
Interestingly, the two also share a childhood connection. Sera was once a student of Gauff’s mother, Candi, when he was in the fourth grade.
Although the couple reportedly began dating in 2023, Gauff kept his identity private for nearly a year before eventually sharing a photo of him on social media.
In 2024, Gauff revealed more about Sera while addressing speculation that her partner was involved in tennis.
“Some people thought it was someone in tennis and that couldn’t be further from the truth. He’s a very nice guy. He’s in school now…He’s about to apply for music school. He wants to be an actor, and he plays the guitar.”
Sera also maintains a very low profile on social media. However, information about his professional work on IMDb shows that he has been building a background in the entertainment industry, with experience as an actor, production assistant, and stunt performer.
His listed credits include Honest T (2022), a television miniseries in which he worked as a production assistant.
He also appeared as an actor in the 2023 short film Troll, while his portfolio includes work on Telensia, City of AI.
Coco Gauff’s Breakup Rumors
Rumors about a possible split between Gauff and Sera surfaced around August 2026 after fans noticed that the two no longer followed each other on Instagram.
The speculation intensified after both posted cryptic messages on social media. Gauff shared a TikTok about letting go of old cycles, while Sera posted with the caption, “No stringssssss,” further fueling the breakup rumors.
Earlier, Gauff had also mentioned that she was dealing with “personal things,” although neither she nor Sera has publicly confirmed that they have ended their relationship.
The breakup rumors have also been fueled by the apparent deletion of photos featuring each other and their decision to unfollow one another on Instagram. However, the couple has not officially confirmed a split.
