During an appearance on The Armchair Expert podcast with Dax Shepard, Cabello reflected on her past, revealing that her first relationship at 20 was with relationship coach, writer, and internet personality Matthew Hussey. Interestingly, she had followed Hussey’s popular dating advice podcast before they began dating.
“It was beautiful,” she said of her first time, adding, “I had my first relationship at that time. I had actually listened to [Matthew’s] podcast before … because he had, like, a dating podcast. And he is married now, so congratulations.”
Cabello admitted that she considered herself a late bloomer when it came to relationships. “It was late for my first relationship. I was 20. That was my first time having sex. First lovemaking was at 20, 21… It was literally lovemaking. It was beautiful.”
Their relationship lasted a little over a year, from 2018 to 2019, and left a lasting impression on her. She spoke highly of Hussey, describing him as “a really great person” and “the perfect first relationship” that expanded her world beyond the entertainment industry.
“It was like, ‘Oh my God, have you ever seen Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown and have you ever seen Studio Ghibli films?’” she shared, emphasizing how Hussey introduced her to new perspectives.
Hussey, in turn, has spoken fondly of Cabello in the past. In a 2018 interview, he called her “an incredible human being.”
Mixed Reactions to Cabello’s Candid Confession
Cabello’s openness about her first relationship and sexual experience sparked mixed reactions online. Some criticized her for sharing such personal details. One user commented, “I feel like she needs to learn that not everything has to be shared with the public.” Another wrote, “Lmaooo girl, we didn’t ask… What do you want us to do??”
However, others defended her honesty. One fan responded, “She’s a real human and artist, and most people already knew this. She was asked a question on a podcast, and she answered.” Another added, “That’s really sweet. Everyone’s experience is different, and it’s nice to hear she had a positive one.”
A Look at Camila Cabello’s Dating History
Cabello’s love life has often been in the spotlight, with several high-profile relationships:
Austin Mahone (2014)
They briefly dated while Fifth Harmony was opening for him on tour. Mahone later praised her Havana music video, calling it “really cool” and saying he was “very, very proud of her.”
Louis Tomlinson (2015)
The two were spotted outside an L.A. nightclub, sparking dating rumors, though their relationship was never confirmed.
Michael Clifford (2015)
A dinner outing between the two led to speculation about a romance, though neither confirmed it.
Jacob Whitesides (2015)
Fans shipped them after Jacob posted several photos with Camila. He admitted to having a crush but later clarified they were just friends.
Matthew Hussey (2018–2019)
Cabello and Hussey were first spotted together in early 2018. She later admitted he made her “super nervous” and called their relationship the happiest she had ever been. After their split in 2019, she urged fans not to send hate his way.
Shawn Mendes (2019–2021, briefly in 2023)
Their highly publicized romance began in 2019 but ended in 2021. They briefly rekindled things in 2023 before parting ways again.
Austin Kevitch (2022–2023)
The singer was linked to the Lox Club founder, but the relationship appeared to have ended by early 2023.
Cabello continues to navigate life in the public eye, balancing her personal experiences with the scrutiny that comes with fame.
