All About Tim Sykes, Simone Ashley’s Rumored Boyfriend

THE RUNDOWN

• Simone Ashley was photographed kissing New York-based businessman Tim Sykes at the US Open on Sept. 1, 2025.
• Sykes is a managing partner at the Wish You Were Here Group, which operates Ruby’s Café and other restaurants.
• Originally from Australia, he has built his career in New York and keeps a private Instagram account followed by Ashley.

Simone Ashley may have a new romance unfolding in New York. On September 1, the Bridgerton actress was photographed kissing businessman Tim Sykes while attending the US Open.

This is one of Ashley’s first public outings with a potential new partner since she confirmed earlier this year that she was single following her breakup with Constantin “Tino” Klein. During a February interview on BBC’s Woman’s Hour, she acknowledged the split; she also told People in March that she wanted to use her “single era” to focus on herself.

Here, everything to know about Sykes and his connection to Ashley.

Ashley and Sykes sat courtside during the September 1 match at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. Photos showed the two kissing and smiling. According to People, this was their first public appearance together.

Sykes is a hospitality entrepreneur. According to his LinkedIn profile, he is a managing partner at Wish You Were Here Group, which operates restaurants and bars, including Ruby’s Café, Dudley’s, Élephante, and Belles Beach House. He’s held the title since 2018.

Unlike Ashley, who publicly shares glimpses of her life and work with 4 million Instagram followers, Sykes maintains a private account, which Ashley follows.

Per The Cut, Sykes was born in Australia and later relocated to New York, where he has built his hospitality career.