“Welcome to Plathville” star Olivia Plath is still dating her boyfriend, Brendan, despite his absence from the show’s current seventh season. While fans haven’t seen him on recent episodes, their relationship appears strong based on Olivia’s own updates.
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From Divorce to New Love:
Olivia’s marriage to Ethan Plath ended during the show’s fifth season, with the couple separating in February 2023 and Olivia officially filing for divorce in February 2024. By September 2024, during season six, Olivia introduced fans to her new boyfriend, Brendan.
A Blossoming Romance on Screen (Season 6):
Viewers saw the couple’s relationship develop in season six. A highlight was their romantic getaway to Sedona, Arizona, where they were seen cuddling by a fire and exchanging “I love yous” for the first time on camera. Brendan described himself as diving “head first” into things he likes, clearly indicating his strong feelings for Olivia at the time.
“I’m very much a head-first kind of guy,” Brendan told cameras. “If I like someone or if I like something, I want to dive head first into it.”
Where is Brendan in Season 7?
Season seven of “Welcome to Plathville” premiered on July 22, 2025. While Brendan hasn’t appeared in the episodes aired so far, this doesn’t signal a breakup. His most recent appearance on Olivia’s social media was in April 2025, when she shared photos celebrating her birthday, confirming they were together then.
Building a Life in D.C.
A significant sign of their ongoing commitment is Olivia’s move. She relocated from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. by the end of 2024, where Brendan is based. This move strongly suggests the relationship remains a priority for her.
Positive Family Integration:
Olivia also shared a positive experience meeting Brendan’s large family during season six, contrasting it with her past difficult family dynamics with the Plaths.
“I met them all in one night,” Olivia said on the show. “His immediate family and all his extended family. It was overwhelming, but they were all so kind to me, and I appreciate that.”
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Social Media Cues:
After Brendan’s season six debut, Olivia posted lightheartedly on Instagram about being a “goober” in love, captioning behind-the-scenes photos:
“If you watched last night’s episode… you may be entitled to compensation. I pledge to broaden my language horizons beyond ‘I love you,’ ‘I love you,’ and ‘I love you.’ Guess feeling loved and in love can bring out the goober in some of us .”
Current Status:
Based on Olivia’s move to Brendan’s city, her April 2025 birthday post featuring him, and the lack of any announcement suggesting a split, Olivia Plath and Brendan are still dating. His absence from the current season seven episodes is likely simply a reflection of the specific storylines being focused on Olivia’s individual journey or other family dynamics at this time, not an indication their relationship has ended.