Lizzo has been opening up more than ever about her personal life—and her relationship with boyfriend Myke Wright has been part of that journey. After sparking dating rumors in 2021, Lizzo confirmed she was in a relationship in April 2022, and the couple made their red carpet debut just a few months later. Since then, they’ve kept things relatively private while continuing to show support for each other, building a strong and lasting bond.
More recently, Lizzo has made headlines for candidly opening up about her personal experiences, while also sharing glimpses of her relationship—revealing just how meaningful her connection with Myke has become.
Find out everything to know about Myke and his relationship with Lizzo below.
He Is a Detroit Native
Myke hails from the city of Detroit, Michigan. His parents fostered his artistic side and enrolled him in “Acting camps, guitar lessons, art exhibits and live performances” during his upbringing, according to VoyageLA.
In high school, Myke and three friends formed an all-Black band called The Grey Level. Later, he formed an alternative hip hop group called Phresh Heir. “We didn’t feel like our music was black or white,” he told the outlet. “Our music was a mix of everything we liked and had fun sharing with people. It was authentic and people connected with it.”
He Moved to L.A. for Comedy
In 2012, Myke decided to take a chance and move from his hometown to the bright lights of Los Angeles to dip his toe in the comedy world. “It felt good to be a beginner again, in a new city, far from anything recognizable,” Myke explained to VoyageLA. “There’s a lot of room for creativity, exploration and imagination.”
His standup routines landed him a bit of a following and performances on Adam Devine’s House Party and Laughs. “There’s no better feeling than to smile out into a sea of thousands of people and see they’re all smiling back to you,” he told the news source. The stage experience would also lead to acting parts in such projects as How to Be a Grown Up, Doubting Thomas, and the short Tell Me What You Know About Cyrus.
He also co-created and starred in the animated series The Jellies! alongside Tyler, the Creator.
He Is Also a Designer
In addition to his work in entertainment, Myke has built a career in design. He has contributed to the Detroit-based luxury clothing brand EMLE and later launched his own venture, ümi—a design and innovation company focused on improving quality of life through products and experiences.
“My mother would always tell me, ‘Make your life more than just long,’” Myke told VoyageLA. “I really took that to heart. ümi is about getting the brightest minds together and forming material solutions for the problems humans face.”
He Met Lizzo Years Before They Started Dating
Myke and Lizzo first met in 2016 when they were hired to co-host MTV’s music series Wonderland. Years later, in 2021, the pair sparked romance rumors after being spotted out together in Beverly Hills.
By April 2022, Lizzo confirmed their relationship during an appearance on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy, telling Andy Cohen that her fame doesn’t affect her dating life. “If you have the right person, no, not at all,” she said. “It is not even a factor. It should be mutually supportive no matter what that person does.”
The singer has since shared more insight into her personal journey, revealing she didn’t lose her virginity until 2020, after achieving a long-held goal of winning a Grammy. “I was a late bloomer,” Lizzo said on the Friends Keep Secrets podcast, admitting she “lied about it for a long time” due to embarrassment.
She also credited her relationship with Myke for changing her perspective on intimacy. “I don’t like tonguing or swapping of spit,” Lizzo admitted, adding, “The only person I like it with is my man.”