Lana Del Rey's new flame, Jeremy Dufrene, reportedly embarked on a romantic journey blissfully unaware of her true celebrity status when they first crossed paths in 2019. The newly unveiled couple recently solidified their bond by making a glamorous appearance, hand-in-hand, at Karen Elson's star-studded New York City wedding.
However, insiders divulged that Lana's closest friends initially harbored doubts about the union, fearing Jeremy might be using her fame to his advantage. According to the Daily Mail, the enchanting crooner of "Say Yes To Heaven" deliberately shrouded her celebrity persona from Jeremy, an alligator airboat tour guide, during their early encounters.
A confidant revealed that Lana found it "endearing" that Jeremy was oblivious to her fame and didn't rush to uncover her secret. "They've been acquainted for years, but their romantic journey only blossomed a few months ago," the source shared. "Their first encounter was in 2019, and they kept in touch since then."
"Jeremy had no clue who she was at first, and Lana cherished that innocence. She didn't reveal her identity right away," the source continued. "Lana had a penchant for boat tours, a staple in Louisiana, but little did she know she would find love in a gator boat captain."
Their fateful meeting unfolded in March 2019, when Lana graced the stage at the Buku Music + Art Project in Louisiana. Since then, Jeremy, an employee at Arthur's Air Boat Tours, has become a frequent presence on her social media, from kissing an alligator to embarking on airboat adventures with her friends.
In one heartwarming post, Lana proudly promoted Jeremy's business, captioning, "Jeremy lemme be captain at Arthur's Air Boat Tours x." Jeremy reciprocated the affection, sharing a beaming photo alongside Lana on his Instagram, quipping, "I never know who I can run across on my tours but always a pleasure @lanadelrey."
"When Lana revisited the area for Hangout Fest in May, both were single and rekindled their connection," the source elaborated. "Jeremy seized the moment, asked her out, and they've been inseparable ever since. Lana has a penchant for older men."
However, Lana's friends initially raised concerns, suspecting Jeremy might be using her. They conducted a thorough background check, only to discover that he was genuine and self-sufficient, providing Lana with exactly what she desired in a partner.
"Friends and team members investigated him, fearing he might exploit her, but his thriving business proved he didn't need Lana's money," the source disclosed. "They witnessed how he treated her right, was low-maintenance, and offered her the romance she sought."
Lana publicly acknowledged their relationship on August 25, indulging in a touch of PDA and a romantic dinner in London after her Leeds festival performance. "Bringing him to her UK tour was a significant step," a source told the Daily Mail. "He's a stand-up guy, and she's head over heels for him. He's a devoted father, and no one has a bad word to say about him."
The couple further solidified their bond by attending Karen Elson's star-studded wedding on Saturday, holding hands as they exited the venue. Lana glowed in a stunning baby blue halter-neck dress paired with pink ballet flats, while Jeremy complemented her in a blue suit and crisp white shirt.
Lana's dating history has been a colorful tapestry, from cops and rappers to Scottish singer-songwriters and Italian Vogue editors. Yet, her current romance with Jeremy, the swamp-skimming captain, seems to have captured her heart in a way that only time will reveal its full depth.
