Peyton List and Jacob Bertrand, best known for their roles in the popular series *Cobra Kai*, have been carving out a place for themselves both in the spotlight and in each other’s lives since they began dating in 2022. The pair, who transitioned from colleagues to a couple, have managed to maintain a strong relationship amidst their busy schedules in the entertainment industry.
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List is currently starring in the off-Broadway production of *Heathers*, a dark comedy that captures the chaos of love and the complexities of relationships—though the actress has expressed gratefulness for not having any wild romantic escapades of her own. “Thank God. I’ve been in a relationship for years now, so nothing to report,” List remarked to *PEOPLE* while attending the opening night of *Becky Shaw* at the Hayes Theater in New York City. The show features a talented cast that includes Patrick Ball, Madeline Brewer, and Alden Ehrenreich, and explores the concept of disastrous blind dates.
Despite their hectic travel schedules, List and Bertrand take pleasure in spending time together, often bonding over the shared experience of attending live theatre. “I mean, we’re all travelling so much, so it really is seeing shows,” she noted. They recently enjoyed performances of both *Dog Day Afternoon* and *Becky Shaw*, indicating a shared enthusiasm for the performing arts.
The couple’s journey began in 2015 when they met while filming the Disney Channel original movie, *The Swap*. At the time, List was starring in *Jessie*, while Bertrand was featured in *Kirby Buckets*. However, it wasn’t until they reconnected on the set of *Cobra Kai*, where List joined the second season, that their friendship flourished into romance. Their bond was acknowledged publicly in March 2022 when Bertrand confirmed their relationship to *TMZ*, describing it as a unique experience since he had never dated someone he worked closely with before.
Reflecting on the origins of their relationship, Bertrand shared, “We’ve been friends for a while. I was actually tight friends with her brother Spencer, so that was kinda awkward to be like, ‘Hey man, I like your sister.’” He elaborated on how their time together on set led to deeper connections off-screen.
Since solidifying their status as a couple, List and Bertrand have been increasingly seen together at events, proudly supporting one another’s careers. List has spoken warmly about Bertrand, praising his character and support. “Jacob is the best person,” she said in a recent interview. “He’s such an authentic, genuine soul, and I trust him so much.”
Bertrand reciprocated these sentiments in early 2025, calling List his “muse” and crediting her encouragement for inspiring him to pursue directing and writing. “She probably was honestly just tired of me telling her all of my ideas and was like, ‘Well then just do it!'” he explained. His admiration for her work ethic is evident as he added, “She’s the hardest working person on planet Earth, so it’s kind of hard not to catch a little bit of that spunk that she’s got.”
Currently, List is portraying an iconic role as Heather Chandler in *Heathers*, which will run until April 26. Meanwhile, *Becky Shaw* continues to entertain audiences at the Hayes Theater through June 14. Both productions highlight the thriving theatre scene in New York City and demonstrate the capacity for new and established talents to shine.
As the young couple continues to build their careers and relationship within the theatre world and beyond, their shared passion for the performing arts serves as a solid foundation. With their journey just beginning, many will be watching to see how their personal and professional lives evolve in the years to come.