Tanner Buchanan & Mary Mouser Spark Romance Rumors with Kiss & Matching Rings

Tanner Buchanan and Mary Mouser have finally put the speculation to rest by confirming their romance, but their recent public appearance has sparked even more questions about their relationship status. The Cobra Kai stars stepped out together for the series-finale premiere event on Wednesday, February 12, and left fans buzzing about the possibility that they may have taken their relationship to the next level.

During the red carpet event at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, Buchanan, 26, and Mouser, 28, shared several sweet moments, including an affectionate kiss in front of the cameras. While their display of affection was enough to make headlines, what really caught everyone’s attention were the matching rings both actors wore on their left hands. The coordinated jewelry had fans wondering whether the two had secretly gotten engaged or if the rings were just a sentimental symbol of their connection. PEOPLE has reached out to representatives for both stars for clarification on the nature of the rings.

For the event, Buchanan looked dapper in a sleek, classic suit paired with a lighter-colored shirt, while Mouser shined in a shimmering minidress that perfectly complemented the celebratory evening. As the two posed together, it was clear they were completely at ease, exchanging loving glances and exuding a chemistry that has been evident to fans both on and off-screen.

While speaking to PEOPLE at the event, Buchanan opened up about the deep friendships that the Cobra Kai cast has formed over the years. He described Mouser as “a hundred percent” one of his closest confidants and emphasized how much the entire cast means to each other.

“To be honest, literally everybody,” Buchanan said when asked who he considers a ride-or-die among the Cobra Kai family. “There’s not one person that we don’t hang out with and have fun with, and we truly keep saying that we’re going to be around in each other’s lives forever. I don’t know how to explain it.”

Reflecting on the end of the beloved Netflix series, he added, “It’s just this really crazy, weird, cool family connection that we’ve built over the past seven and a half years, and none of us are ever not going to be in each other’s lives.”

The journey of Cobra Kai has been nothing short of remarkable. Originally premiering on YouTube in 2018, the Karate Kid sequel series quickly gained a dedicated following. After transitioning to Netflix in 2020, the show saw even greater success, expanding its fanbase and becoming one of the streaming giant’s most popular series. However, in 2023, series creators Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg announced that season six would be Cobra Kai’s final chapter.

As the cast wrapped up filming, emotions were high, and Buchanan admitted that saying goodbye was incredibly difficult. He described his final day on set as an emotional whirlwind, revealing that he struggled to hold back tears from the moment he woke up.

“I’d woken up about three hours before I was supposed to be on set and laid in bed just staring at the ceiling,” he recalled. “As soon as I got up to get ready, I just started crying. And then I had to pull it together. I was like, ‘Nope, nope. Got to hold it together until the end of the day.’”

Buchanan wasn’t alone in feeling the weight of the moment—his castmates also experienced tear-filled goodbyes as they concluded their seven-year journey together.

Even though Cobra Kai is coming to an end, Buchanan remains open to the possibility of returning to the Karate Kid universe in the future. When asked whether he’d ever reprise his role, he didn’t hesitate.

“You never know, but I hope so,” he said. “I would love nothing more than if they gave me the call. If they told me right now we’re going back in a few months, I’d be like, ‘Great, let’s go. Let’s just do it.’ And I hope we do get to revisit these characters later down the line at some point.”

While fans are preparing to say farewell to Cobra Kai, they still have the final episodes to look forward to, as they are now available for streaming on Netflix.

In the meantime, Buchanan and Mouser’s relationship revelation has given fans another reason to celebrate. Whether or not the matching rings signify an engagement, it’s clear that the duo has a special bond that extends beyond their on-screen roles. With their undeniable chemistry, shared experiences, and now-public romance, they’ve proven that Cobra Kai may be ending, but their story is just beginning.