Who is Frank Ocean’s partner? Inside his love life and relationships

Who is Frank Ocean’s partner? Inside his love life and relationships

News about Frank Ocean's partner, Payton Talbott, hit the headlines when they shared pictures of each other on social media over the Valentine's weekend. Payton Talbott is a well-known American Mixed Martial Artist who competes in the UFC championship.

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Frank Ocean’s partner is rumoured to be Payton Talbott
Frank Ocean (L) Payton Talbott (R). Rumours about their relationship intensified when they shared photos of each other on social media. Photo by Ben Gabbe, @Chris Unger
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Key takeaways

  • Frank Ocean came out as queer in 2012.
  • Frank is in a relationship with UFC fighter Payton Talbott.
  • Ocean's ex-boyfriends include Memo Guzman and Omar Apollo.

Frank Ocean's profile summary

Full name Frank Ocean
GenderMale
Date of birthOctober 28, 1987
Age37 years old (as of February 2025)
Place of birthLong Beach, California, United States
Current residenceManhattan, New York City, USA
NationalityAmerican
Ethnicity African-American
Height6 feet 1 inch
Weight74 kg (approx)
FatherCalvin Edward Cooksey
MotherKatonya Breaux Riley
SiblingsRyan Breaux and Ashley "Nikkii" Ellison
EducationJohn Ehret High School, University of New Orleans, and University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Profession Singer and songwriter
Net worth$16 million (approx)
Social mediaInstagram

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Who is Frank Ocean's partner?

Frank Ocean's boyfriend is rumoured to be Payton Talbott, a UFC fighter. Speculations about his relationship with the UFC champion began when they were spotted together in the summer of 2024.

Since then, there have been multiple incidents where they have been seen having quality time together, including at one of Talbott's UFC fights. However, neither Frank Ocean nor Payton Talbott has officially confirmed their relationship status.

Frank Ocean at the GQ Men Of The Year Party
Frank Ocean at the GQ Men Of The Year Party at Chateau Marmont on November 13, 2012, in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Steve Granitz
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Who did Frank Ocean have a relationship with?

Frank Ocean has been in several relationships throughout his life. However, he maintains a low profile regarding his romantic life. Below is a breakdown of Frank Ocean's dating history:

1. Omar Apollo

Frank Ocean was rumoured to be in a relationship with American singer, songwriter, and actor Omar Apollo. They were later spotted on vacation in Italy.

Ocean was also seen in the audience at SZA's recent tour in America, where Omar Apollo was opening. However, the couple allegedly went their separate ways in 2023.

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2. Memo Guzman

Frank Ocean's relationship with Memo Guzman reportedly lasted three years, from 2017 to 2019. Guzman was first spotted with Ocean at Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor boxing match in August 2017.

Frank Ocean during the Brit Awards
Frank Ocean during the Brit Awards 2013 at the 02 Arena on February 20, 2013, in London, England. Photo by Samir Hussein
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Who was Frank Ocean's first love?

Frank Ocean's first love was a man he met when he was 19. In his emotional 2012 Tumblr post, Frank described the profound impact of this relationship. He wrote,

4 summers ago, I met somebody. I was 19 years old. He was too. We spent that summer, and the summer after, together. Everyday almost. And on the days we were together, time would glide.
By the time I realized I was in love, it was hopeless. It was malignant. There was no escaping, no negotiating with the feeling. It was my first love. It changed my life.

Does Frank Ocean have a girlfriend?

Frank Ocean does not have a girlfriend. His known or speculated past relationships have been with men, and there are no reports of him dating women.

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Is Frank Ocean married?

The popular American singer is not married at the moment. However, he is known for being discrete about his private life and has not disclosed any information about marriage.

Frank Ocean at the 2014 Time 100 Gala
Frank Ocean at the 2014 Time 100 Gala at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 29, 2014, in New York City. Photo by D Dipasupil
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What happened with Frank Ocean and Chris Brown?

Frank Ocean and Chris Brown were involved in a physical altercation on January 27, 2013, outside a West Hollywood recording studio. This was after Brown's team tried to leave, but Ocean and his crew blocked them from leaving the premises, leading to a fight between the two artists and their entourages.

In a since-deleted X post, Frank Ocean claimed he was "jumped" by Brown and his associates during the altercation. He wrote,

Got jumped by Chris and a couple guys. Cut my finger now I can’t play w two hands at the Grammys.

Despite the incident being investigated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Frank Ocean chose not to press charges. However, Frank Ocean's cousin Sha'keir Duarte filed a lawsuit against Chris Brown for $3 million over injuries sustained during the fight.

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Singer Frank Ocean onstage
Singer Frank Ocean onstage at the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2013 in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Kevork Djansezian
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Trivia

  • Frank Ocean was born Christopher Edwin Breaux. He later changed his name to Christopher Francis Ocean and then legally to Frank Ocean in 2015.
  • Frank's younger brother, Ryan Breaux, passed on in a car crash in 2020.
  • Several music critics have credited Frank as a pioneer of the alternative R&B genre.
  • Before becoming famous, Frank wrote songs for top artists like Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, John Legend, Brandy, and Alicia Keys.
  • Ocean's first live performance was at Coachella in 2011 alongside Odd Future.

Frank Ocean's partner remains a subject of speculation as he keeps his relationships private. However, he is alleged to be in a relationship with Payton Talbot. The two reportedly began dating in the summer of 2024 after they were spotted hanging out together.

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