Rising to fame as the breakout star of TikTok and gaining major traction with his hit singles, 22 year old Washington-born singer-songwriter, Benson Boone has quickly become a name on everyone’s lips.
From auditioning on American Idol in 2019, to topping the Spotify charts last year with his hit single ‘Beautiful Things’, Benson is currently living his dream, having wrapped up an Australian tour, by closing out the Australian Open in Melbourne with a special performance on January 23.
If you haven’t heard ‘Beautiful Things’ yet, we don’t know what to tell you—but you better hit play ASAP because it’s been topping charts for a reason. With its swoon-worthy lyrics, “I want you, I need you,” the question on everyone’s mind now is—who did he write this song about?

Does Benson Boone Have a Girlfriend?
We’re sorry to be the one to break it to you, but yes, Benson Boone has a girlfriend—and you’ve probably seen her on TikTok.
Benson has reportedly been dating influencer Maggie Thurmon since March 2024, when they were photographed attending Elton John’s AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party (three months before making their relationship ‘Insta-official’).
Since their public debut, the pair have attended a number of events together, including the 2024 MTV VMAs, where she supported Benson in his first ever performance! #couplegoals.
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Who Is Maggie Thurmon?
Well, let’s see: she’s an actress, TikTok star, podcaster—she’s a bit of a multi-hyphenate.
By the age of 22, Maggie has carved out her own space in the influencer world with a blend of charm, creativity, and personality. Known for her iconic dance videos with her dad, Dan Thurmon on TikTok, Maggie has built a loyal following of over 5 million followers, giving fans a glimpse into her everyday life and unique interests (like… unicycling?).
But her TikTok fame was just the start for Maggie.
She now shares a podcast with her dad, Mags & Dad’s Wholesome Chaos, as well as beginning an acting career, receiving a role in The Other Zoey, alongside Josephine Langford and Drew Starkey.
Prior to landing this role, Maggie appeared in short films like The Candy Shop and Jump.
Who Is Benson Boone's Ex?
Although Benson’s dating history is quite under wraps, he’s reported to have previously dated YouTuber, McKinley Richardson, who is now with Jack Doherty.
