Rae Boyd’s journey on American Idol may have come to an end last week, but her connection to the show—and possibly to one of its remaining contestants—has only sparked more attention. Since her elimination, fans have shifted focus from her performances to her personal life, with growing speculation linking her to fellow Season 24 singer Brooks Rosser.
The conversation intensified following a playful yet telling moment shared on April 16. In a photo posted to Rae’s Instagram Story, Brooks is seen holding a handmade sign that reads, “Vote for Bae,” with the word “bae” crossed out and replaced by “RAE” in bold lettering, surrounded by red hearts. Rae added her own caption to the image: “He said he would still vote for me.” The exchange, lighthearted on the surface, quickly became fuel for fans already watching their interactions closely.
While neither Rae nor Brooks has publicly confirmed a relationship, their online behavior over the past few months has not gone unnoticed. Fans began pointing out subtle exchanges in comment sections, but things escalated just before the April 13 episode, when Brooks shared a more personal video of the two singing together. The clip carried a different tone—more intimate than anything seen before—and it didn’t take long for viewers to respond.
Social media platforms, particularly Reddit, quickly became a hub for speculation. A thread titled “Brooks and Rae dating confirmed?” gained traction, with fans dissecting every detail. “There’s been a lot of hints lately about Brooks and Rae being a couple and she just posted this. I think they’re really cute together,” one user wrote. Others echoed the sentiment, with comments like “I’d stan it. They’d be good together,” and “IVE BEEN SAYING THIS.” One fan even claimed to have spotted the two together at bars in Towson, Maryland, before the live shows began—an observation that added another layer to the narrative, especially considering both singers share roots in the state.
Despite the growing buzz, the reality remains unconfirmed. What is clear, however, is that the chemistry between Rae and Brooks—whether romantic or simply close friendship—has captured the audience’s attention in a way that extends beyond the competition itself.
As Brooks continues forward as one of the nine remaining contestants, with a high-stakes Disney-themed performance ahead on April 20, the spotlight around him now carries an added dimension. For viewers, it’s no longer just about the music—it’s about the story unfolding alongside it, one that may or may not be confirmed, but is already resonating just as strongly.
