Conrad Ricamora's Partner: The 'The Resident' Actor Does Not Appear to Be Single Now
Social media has recently been buzzing about openly gay actor Conrad Ricamora's dating life, as he has sparked romance rumors among fans, and they have wondered whether he now has a new partner.
Conrad Ricamora has recently become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, capturing the spotlight for his remarkable talent and intriguing dating life.
The actor, who is openly gay, has fueled romance rumors among fans, who noticed a photo of him alongside a male companion and a separate event where he engaged in a playful tweet with another actor.
Conrad Ricamora attends the premiere of "Fire Island" during the opening night of NewFest Pride at SVA Theater on June 2, 2022, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Ricamora gained fame in the world of Broadway and television. On stage, he dazzled fans with his excellent roles in the productions of "Soft Power," "Here Lies Love," and "The King and I."
On television, the California-born actor famously played Oliver Hampton in "How to Get Away with Murder," the drama series that featured a renowned cast including Viola Davis, Liz Weil, and Karla Souza.
With a blossoming career in the industry, Ricamora is not spared from drama and intrigue, especially concerning heart matters, as his personal life interests his fans.
A Glimpse of Conrad Ricamora's Ex-partner and Rumored Boyfriend
Josh Cockream was Conrad Ricamora's former partner. According to his Instagram page, Cockream is a future lawyer passionate about LGBTQ+ rights, law, and the arts. Currently, he is a J.D. candidate at Fordham University School of Law.
Ricamora had recently engaged in a playful social media exchange with his on-screen partner, actor Christopher Hanke.
Not much is known about Cockream and Ricamora's relationship, as they reportedly began dating in December 2017 and shared pictures in the spring of 2018, including a photo where they hung out with a friend at a rooftop dining spot in NYC.
Josh Cockream and Conrad Ricamora attend the opening night of "Harry Clarke" at the Minetta Lane Theatre on March 18, 2018, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
However, it appears that the law student and the actor have split, as they have deleted all photos of each other from their respective Instagram pages. A few years after, Ricamora moved on.
In 2023, he was in a rumored relationship with Peter Wesley Jensen. Their reported romance surfaced after they were spotted holding hands as they attended the "Bad Cinderella" opening night in March 2023 and another show, "Little Shop of Horrors," in May.
Back in April, Ricamora shared an Instagram post featuring their developed black-and-white photos, including a picture of Jensen kissing his cheek. Ricamora captioned the post with a red heart.
Conrad Ricamora Shares Good Vibes in a Tweet with His Co-star
In 2021, Ricamora engaged in a playful social media exchange with his on-screen partner, actor Christopher Hanke. Hanke is his co-star in the TV series "The Resident."
Hanke portrays Gregg, the husband of Ricamora's character, Dr. Jake Wong, in the series. Their on-screen romance, incredible chemistry, and good vibes have captured the fans' hearts.
With the caption "Love you @conradricamora," Hanke retweeted a video from the show that featured both his and Ricamora's characters. Ricamora's reply under the tweet read:
"awwwww hubbbbbyyyyyyyyyyyy love you."
Hanke shared a video of Dr. Wong conversing with a young patient. A caption for the video urged Twitter users to share it if they had a crush on Dr. Wong. The actor tweeted that he has a "hundred percent" crush on Ricamora's character.
Ricamora's enjoyment of his role on the TV show is evident from his Instagram page. One of his posts featured an adorable picture of him, Hanke, and actress Chedi Chang, who portrayed their adopted daughter Sammie.
Ricamora shared a selfie with Hanke on the show's set. In the caption, he referred to his co-star as a "sweetheart" and shared a fun fact about Hanke being a regular customer at the restaurant where Ricamora used to work.
Conrad Ricamora's Reflections as an Openly Gay Asian-American
Ricamora, an openly gay Asian American, is no stranger to career challenges. In addition to expressing pride in his sexual orientation, he takes great pride in his Filipino heritage.
He firmly believes that individuals from minority groups should not be burdened with the expectation of putting in double the effort to achieve only half as much.
In the early stages of his career, he was advised to hide his sexual orientation. But he soon realized that embracing his true self would have a more significant impact.
One of Ricamora's most significant experiences was playing an openly gay character in "How To Get Away With Murder." This role deeply resonated with his own life and connected with people from all around the world.
Ricamora is one of many celebrities who proudly showcase their talent and identities. Similarly, musician Kim Petras, actor Elliot Page, and social media star Zaya Wade are unapologetically proud of who they are and boldly making their mark in the industry.