Olivia Rodrigo shares breakup advice, says past split with Joshua Bassett was toughest

In a June 5, 2026 interview with Dazed, singer‑actress Olivia Rodrigo reflected on how breakups can become learning opportunities. She emphasized the value of friends, stating, “being with your friends is best,” and described how, as she ages, heartbreak feels less painful than it did at 17 when she split from Joshua Bassett. Rodrigo added that a breakup can “be an awesome opportunity to redirect your life in a way that feels more aligned with who you are.” She also mentioned that each rejection—whether romantic, professional, or social—helps her take things less personally over time.

Rodrigo’s comments followed public interest in her past relationship with Bassett, which inspired her 2021 hit “Drivers License,” and her more recent breakup with Louis Partridge.