Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli, stars of the hit series *Off Campus*, participated in the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards held on 27th September, where they addressed recent speculation regarding their off-screen relationship. Rumours of a feud had emerged following Cameli’s decision to remove certain photographs featuring Bright from his social media accounts.
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Cameli, aged 28, dismissed these conjectures in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, stating, “I laugh every time I hear them. I’m happy to put them to bed. Ella and I are extremely close.” His upbeat attitude towards the situation highlighted the disconnect between celebrity gossip and their real-life camaraderie.
Bright echoed Cameli’s sentiments during her conversation with E! News, describing the speculation as amusing. “Belmont and I spend every day on set together,” she explained. “He’s on his phone scrolling, laughing, and saying, ‘Haha, remember when we did that?’ Like, that never happened.” Their easy-going relationship seemed to thrive despite the swirling rumours.
She further expressed her thoughts on the speculation, noting, “It’s so funny. So, we’re just laughing about it. That’s all you can do.” The actress added a nod to the rest of the *Off Campus* ensemble, remarking, “We’re all best friends.” This sense of camaraderie appears to permeate the cast’s experience, making the challenges of fame more manageable.
Reflecting on their personal connection, Bright previously shared with PEOPLE that she and Cameli quickly bonded following their casting in the series. “We have so much fun together. He’s the greatest,” she said. Their friendship developed during early chemistry reads, leading to an exchange of phone numbers that facilitated their growing closeness.
Bright highlighted the demanding nature of filming, with long hours on set inevitably forging deep friendships. “When you spend that much time with someone on set — we’d have like 15, 16-hour days — you have to be just the best of friends. I really look up to him a lot,” she remarked, indicating that their collaboration transcends mere professional interaction.
Following the successful launch of the series earlier this year in May, the cast gathered to film the second season in Vancouver. Cameli informed PEOPLE that the dynamic remains largely unchanged despite the programme’s significant success. “I think a big reason why the show has success is because we’ve protected the magic of it in season 1, and we’re really doing a great job of doing that,” he shared.
He further elaborated that their approach to the upcoming season has largely mirrored their previous efforts, ensuring a seamless transition in the creative process. “It just feels like normal work and just the same as last summer,” he continued, highlighting the importance of collaboration among the cast and crew.
The second season of *Off Campus*, which will shift its focus to the romance between characters Dean and Allie, promises to build on the strong foundation established in the first season. Fans can immerse themselves in season 1, which is currently available for streaming on Prime Video, as anticipation grows for the next chapter in the series.
In an industry often characterised by fragile relationships and public scrutiny, Bright and Cameli’s candid denouncement of the feud rumours showcases a resilient friendship rooted in shared experiences. This atmosphere of mutual support seems to reflect the broader ethos of the *Off Campus* cast, making them one of the more relatable groups in contemporary television.