When did Nicole Scherzinger and Thom Evans began dating? Relationship timeline explored as singer supported by fiance at 2025 Tony Awards

Nicole Scherzinger and her fiancé, Thom Evans, made a striking appearance at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025. The event was held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, and the duo walked the red carpet holding hands.

Nicole, 46, won her first-ever Tony Award after her stint of 15 years in theatre. She received the trophy and recognition in the Best Leading Actress in a Musical category for her portrayal of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard.

During her acceptance speech, she turned teary-eyed to Thom Evans, 40, and and credited him for his belief and support in her.

The lovebirds first met in 2019 while working on The X Factor: Celebrity. Soon afterward, they began dating and, by the following year, they were frequently making public appearances together.

Nicole Scherzinger became emotional while accepting her Tony Award

Winning the Tony Award on Sunday was a milestone in the singer's career. While reflecting on her victory and sharing her thoughts, she expressed her gratitude to the almighty. She said,

"I just have to thank God for carrying me every step of the way. I give you all the glory."

According to a People report, Nicole Scherzinger also opened up about feeling honored to be nominated in the category alongside "exceptional warrior women" Audra McDonald, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Jennifer Simard, and Megan Hilty.

Scherzinger continued her speech, thanking the Tony Awards committee for the esteemed recognition. She shared her thankfulness for,

"making this little Hawaiian-Ukrainian-Filipino girl's dream come true."

In her speech, she also conveyed heartfelt feelings for her mother and her fiancé. Looking back on Thom Evans standing beside her and constantly pushing her forward toward her goals, Nicole remarked emotionally that her soulmate believes in her when she forgets to believe in herself.

Nicole Scherzinger and Thom Evans's relationship timeline explored

The duo met in 2019

Nicole Scherzinger met Thom Evans while judging The X Factor: Celebrity, according to People. Evans, a former rugby union player, had joined the reality show as a contestant.

In one of the episodes of the dance show, the Where You Are artist appreciated the Try Star group's final performance. She lauded them, and described it as:

"the greatest way to open up the show."

The X Factor: Celebrity judge Simon Cowell reacted to her reaction, sharing that he had never seen,

"Nicole smile like this in his life."

Nicole and Thom made their red carpet debut in 2020

Even though Nicole Scherzinger and Thom Evans kept their relationship private initially and denied all gossip, they finally announced their relationship on January 5, 2020, by posing together on the Golden Globes afterparty red carpet hosted at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills.

The pair made their relationship Instagram official the next day. They posted a glimpse from the Golden Globes event on the platform, without adding any caption or details about their romance.

They started posting videos on social media together

Soon after confirming their relationship, they started posting fun videos for their shippers and followers. From shooting workout videos together to singing together, they posted it all, and fans immediately started lapping up the couple's content, particularly the entertaining ones posted during the COVID-19 quarantine period.

Nicole's special birthday post for Thom

On April 4, 2020, Nicole Scherzinger dedicated a special birthday post for Thom Evans. She shared a sweet video of them singing Shania Twain's You're Still the One, with Thom subsequently joining in.

Uploading the romantic duet, she penned in the caption,

"For Thom’s birthday yesterday he wanted to sing 🎶 and spread some love to everyone during this time. 🙏🏽 Happy birthday baby ❤️"

Thom Evans introduced Nicole Scherzinger to his parents

In 2020, the duo celebrated Father's Day with Evans' parents. He shared an adorable sneak peek of that special day on his Instagram, and wrote in the caption,

"Happy Fathers Day Dad! Love ya 9 iron Brian x"

They marked a milestone in their relationship in November 2020

Thom and Nicole celebrated their first anniversary on November 7, 2020. The sports person dedicated a heartwarming post for the love of his life, and expressed in the caption,

"In a year that has been filled with so much uncertainty, you have been my shining light. Happy 1 year anniversary my love ❤️"

On her part, Nicole Scherzinger also posted a tribute to her partner. Sharing the same photo as Thom, she captioned her post with this note:

"Happy Anniversary my love. Who knew my whole world would change a year ago. You are my answered prayer. I love you so very much 🤍"

In November 2020, Nicole Scherzinger spoke about her relationship with Thom Evans. Calling him her "partner in crime," she shared her affection, and said:

"He's my best friend, and we love to laugh together. We are real big goofballs. We laugh together, we dance together, we sing together, we cook together. He is my man, my life, my dreams."

The When I Grow Up singer counted her blessings, and added,

"It's just a blessing to have a normal healthy relationship."

Nicole also articulated her desire to have a family, as she wrote:

"It's kind of hard now because I'm supposed to be touring next year. So, it's just about timing. I've always wanted a family, so in the right time."

The loving couple announced their engagement in June 2023

On June 28, 2023, Nicole announced their engagement news. Evans went down on his knee and popped the question. Sharing unforgettable snippets from the dreamy beachside proposal, the Pussycat Dolls-fame singer wrote on her Instagram,

"I said yes 💍♥️"

Thom also shared these precious moments on Instagram, and wrote,

"My Ever After 💍❤️"

Nicole and Thom have frequently been seen together attending high-profile galas and events and posing side by side. Over the years, they have appeared at the 2021 amfAR Gala in Venice, the 2023 British Fashion Awards, Nicole’s Sunset Boulevard opening events, and several other notable occasions.