Singer-songwriter John Mellencamp was spotted walking hand-in-hand with beau Natasha Barrett, a realtor. The couple reportedly met via one of John's daughters and began dating in early 2021.
They went publicly official over Memorial Day weekend and shocked the world with the news. The love birds openly express love for one another.
How Did Mellencamp & Natasha Fall In Love?
The 69-year-old singer first met his now-girlfriend Natasha after his daughter, Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave, introduced them. The couple began seeing each other and eventually started dating.
An insider close to them confirmed the news, saying: "He is dating Natasha. Everybody really likes her,"
CAPTION: John and Natasha spotted walking around New York City SOURCE: Instagram @Hollyfake Entertainment The news of their relationship went viral all over social media. Shortly afterward, Natasha drew huge attention to her identity and profession.
John and Natasha made their public appearance strolling alongside the Malibu Beach coastline over Memorial Day weekend. Similarly, they were also pictured together holding hands and strolling through New York City in July.
However, since mid-August 2021, rumors regarding their split have been circulating. John and Natasha have not addressed the stories yet.
What Is Barrett Profession?
The 46-year-old Barrett is a realtor who currently works for The Agency. According to her Linkedin profile, she has been working for the company for five years now.
She is also the realtor who helped sell the Mediterranean-style house in which Chris Pratt and Anna Faris lived in Los Angeles while they were married. In late 2018, the home was listed for $4.995 million and sold for $4.75 million.
Moreover, prior to real estate, Natasha worked in the magazine and film industries and even owned her own fashion brand. As per her Linkedin bio, she enjoys writing, cooking, hiking, traveling, and having beach dinner with family and friends during her free time.
While on the other hand, Mellencamp rose to the spotlight in the 1980s. To date, he has released numerous hit albums and singles, including Hurts So Good, Jack & Diane, Pink, Houses, Crumblin, Small Town, and more.
Who Was Mellencamp Dating Before Natasha?
Sad Clowns & Hillbillies singer was dating Jamie Sue "Nurse Jamie" Sherrill. His daughter Teddie introduced the couple and dated for about a year, from 2019 to 2020.
Similarly, he was married to Priscilla Esterline from 1970 to 1981 and shared a child, Michelle. He then married Victoria Granucci in 1981 and shared two children Teddie Jo and Justice.
CAPTION: Mellencamp celebrating father's day with his grand-daughter SOURCE: Instagram @ johnmellencamp They got divorced in 1989. John went and married his third wife, model Elaine Irwin on 5th September 1992. Together they welcomed son Hud and Speck.
In 2010, Mellencamp announced that he had separated from his wife after 18 years of marriage. Their divorce was officially finalized on 12th August 2011.
In addition, Barrett also has two children from her past relationship.