Dax Shepard recently explored long-standing speculation regarding Marcello Hernández’s romantic interest in pop star Sabrina Carpenter during his podcast, but Hernández made it clear he is happily committed elsewhere. The “Saturday Night Live” star shared the details of his relationship with a Dominican architecture student, Ana Amelia Batlle Cabral, during the January 26 episode of Shepard’s Golden Globe-nominated podcast, “Armchair Expert.”
Hernández, 28, expressed admiration for Carpenter, noting her talent and charm, but confirmed he is off the market. “I’m in a relationship with a Dominican girl. She’s an architect. She’s unreal. She went to Yale,” he remarked. This response came after Shepard, who has a newfound admiration for Carpenter influenced by his daughter, teased Hernández about attempting to woo her, asking if he was not eager to pursue a romantic relationship with the singer.
According to reports from E! News, Hernández and Batlle Cabral have been dating for several months, making their red carpet debut together at the “Happy Gilmore 2” premiere in July, following a previous appearance at “The Phoenician Scheme” after-party in May.
Fans have frequently paired Hernández and Carpenter due to their past collaborations on “SNL.” Carpenter notably appeared in two of his recurring “Domingo” sketches, where her music served as a feature. In a humorous interaction during a tour stop in Los Angeles in 2024, Carpenter playfully “arrested” Hernández while he portrayed his character, adding to the speculation surrounding their dynamic.
As both Hernández and Carpenter continue to thrive in their respective careers, supporters appreciate the genuine friendships and professional collaborations that arise in the entertainment industry.