Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott share their first public display of affection, sealing their relationship with a passionate kiss as their romance grows.

Louis Tomlinson and Zara McDermott were seen sharing a passionate kiss in LA, marking their first public display of affection. This happened on a Friday, showcasing the growing romance between the couple.

The One Direction member, aged 33, and the Love Island alum, aged 28, had recently confirmed their relationship, stepping out for a lunch date on a Tuesday. This public outing hinted at the newfound love between them.

Now they have truly cemented their loved up status after being spotted sharing a kiss outside their swanky holiday rental as they parted ways. 

As they were seen leaving, Louis and Zara were seen interlocked hand in hand, heading towards a waiting car where they engaged in a heartfelt kiss before parting ways.

Louis cut a casual figure in a black hoodie and joggers and went without shoes as he said goodbye to the blonde beauty who was heading to the airport. 

Meanwhile Zara wore a blue tracksuit and Adidas trainers as she went make-up free beneath a pair of trendy aviator shades. 

Louis Tomlinson, 33, and Zara McDermott, 28,  packed on the PDA for the first time as they shared a steamy smooch in LA amid their blossoming romance on Thursday

The One Direction singer and Love Island star  finally went public with their new relationship on Tuesday, with the pair spotted on a lunch date

Now they have truly cemented their loved up status after being spotted sharing a kiss outside their swanky holiday rental as they parted ways 

The couple’s PDA will no doubt came as a blow to Zara’s ex Sam Thompson, 32, whom she split from on New Years Day after a five-year romance (pictured Friday) 

The couple’s PDA will no doubt came as a blow to Zara’s ex Sam Thompson, 32, whom she split from on New Years Day after a five-year romance. 

Back in the UK the TV persoanlity and I’m A Celeb winner was in Nottingham filming for This Morning. 

Sam put on a brave face as he joked around with the crowd while shooting the live segment before jumping into a vintage car. 

It comes after Sam’s best friend Pete Wicks broke his silence on Zara and Louis’ new relationship while speaking to co-host Olivia Attwood on their  KISS Breakfast radio show.

He quipped ‘I know them, I have a slight connection there and you know, I’m happy, I’m happy for them.  That’s amazing, I’ve seen the pictures they’re walking through a car park, really romantic…’

‘I’m really struggling not to say anything but it is good gossip. I might tell you some more off air.’

Zara and Louis first sparked romance rumours in March when a fellow diner at The Suffolk in Aldeburgh spotted the couple on a date.

The pair then inadvertently revealed they had travelled to the States together when Louis and Zara both took to their social media while watching Stereophonics at The Wiltern theatre in LA .

Now they have truly cemented their loved up status after being spotted sharing a kiss outside their swanky holiday rental as they parted ways

Louis cut a casual figure in a black hoodie and joggers and went without shoes as he said goodbye to the blonde beauty who was heading to the airport

Meanwhile Zara wore a blue tracksuit and comfy Adidas trainers 

Louis couldn’t bare to say goodbye to gorgeous Zara and pulled her in for a hug 

She appeared to go make-up free beneath a pair of trendy aviator shades

Louis gazed into Zara’s eyes during the intimate moment 

Zara and Louis first sparked romance rumours in March when a fellow diner at The Suffolk in Aldeburgh spotted the couple on a date 

The new couple shared videos from the same area in the theatre just minutes apart, with Zara tagging the venue and band.

Earlier in the day, the documentary maker revealed she was in Los Angeles as she snapped a picture of the famous Crumbl cookies as she picked up the special Kardashian, Jenner addition box.

Their relationship already appears to be getting off to a strong start as the singer has reportedly introduced the stunner to his family after enjoying a handful of dates together.

A friend claimed that ‘wholesome and health-conscious’ Zara had left the family pleased Louis had found a girl who wasn’t into partying. 

Louis’ last known romantic dalliance was with model Sofie Nyvang after the pair were spotted holding hands in February 2023.

He shares son Freddie, eight, with ex Briana Jungwirth.  

Zara has already got the seal of approval from Louis’ twin sisters Phoebe and Daisy, plus influencer sister Lottie, who all follow the documentary-maker on Instagram, and she’s excited about what the future holds for the pair. 

Meanwhile, friends of Zara told MailOnline she’s relieved the relationship is now out in the open after dating in secret weeks.

The pair then inadvertently revealed they had travelled to the States together when Louis and Zara both took to their social media while watching Stereophonics at The Wiltern theatre in LA

The new couple shared videos from the same area in the theatre just minutes apart, with Zara tagging the venue and band 

Their relationship already appears to be getting off to a strong start as the singer has reportedly introduced the stunner to his family after enjoying a handful of dates together

According to Zara’s friends, Louis has put ‘a smile back on her face’ following her split from Sam on New Year’s Day

Back in the UK the TV persoanlity and I’m A Celeb winner was in Nottingham filming for This Morning

Sam was his usual energetic self and fans were delighted to meet him 

Sam put on a brave face as he joked around with the crowd while shooting the live segment before jumping into a vintage car

Sam looked effortlessly stylish in a black wool coat which he layered over smart trousers and an olive green polo shirt

He beamed and gave a thumbs up as he raced in the motor 

It comes after Sam’s best friend Pete Wicks broke his silence on Zara and Louis’ new relationship (pictured, right, with Sam earlier this year) 

Her relationship with the famous singer was first detected by sleuth-like One Direction fans who noticed Louis had followed Zara on Instagram and liked a string of her pictures.

According to Zara’s friends, Louis has put ‘a smile back on her face’ following her split from Sam on New Year’s Day.

She called it quits with the I’m A Celebrity winner after five years of dating.

Zara isn’t the only one to have moved on, with MailOnline recently revealing that Sam has ‘grown close’ to a stunning Netflix star as he bids to move on from their relationship.

MailOnline revealed the Made In Chelsea star, 32, was spotted with Lucy Syed, 28, at new Chelsea nightclub The Rex Rooms last month and according to sources, they have spent time together on more than one occasion.

Pals close to Sam insisted he is not dating bikini model Lucy, who starred on the latest series of Too Hot to Handle but claim they have enjoyed each other’s company.

Sam, who presents podcast Staying Relevant with pal Pete first connected with Lucy on Instagram and has since liked her glamorous pictures.

A source told MailOnline the attraction between Sam, who recently signed up to celebrity dating app Raya, and Lucy was ‘instant’ and friends are happy the London-born influencer was able to put a smile back on the TV star’s face.

He quipped: ‘I know them, I have a slight connection there and you know, I’m happy for them. That’s amazing, I’ve seen the pictures they’re walking through a car park, really romantic…’

Zara has already got the seal of approval from Louis’ twin sisters Phoebe and Daisy (pictured), plus influencer sister Lottie, who all follow the documentary-maker on Instagram

Zara isn’t the only one to have moved on, with MailOnline recently revealing that Sam has ‘grown close’ to stunning Netflix star Lucy Syed as he bids to move on from their relationship 

A friend said: ‘Sam and Lucy were sharing direct messages over Instagram before they decided to meet up at a pub and then continue their night at The Rex Rooms. 

‘They looked really close in the club, chatting and cuddling up together.

‘But their closeness continued after they spent the night partying together and the pair’s connection has certainly put a smile back on Sam’s face.

‘Sam is enjoying being single again and dipping his toe back into the dating pool.’

After working for the Department for Education as a policy advisor, Zara found fame when she appeared on the fourth series of Love Island in 2018. 

She subsequently appeared on The X Factor: Celebrity and Made in Chelsea. 

In recent years she has worked on filming documentaries for BBC, including one focusing on the revenge porn ordeal she faced as a teenager. 

She also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023.  

Meanwhile, Louis found fame when he appeared on The X Factor in 2010 – being placed into chart-topping band One Direction. 

After the group split in 2016 he focused on his solo career and served as a judge on the ITV talent show that made his name.