Christina Aguilera gave fans an unexpected glimpse into her private life during a quiet Paris night. On Thursday, January 22, paparazzi spotted the 45-year-old singer enjoying a romantic date with her longtime partner and fiancé Matthew Rutler, just hours after she took the stage at the annual charity gala Gala des Pièces Jaunes.
The couple was photographed leaving their hotel later that evening, suggesting Aguilera had already slipped out of her performance look and into something more understated yet striking. The sighting stood out not only because of the location, but because public appearances like this have become increasingly rare for the pair.
Aguilera chose a dramatic long black suede trench coat with a subtle sheen that, from a distance, almost resembled a sleek fur coat. Underneath, she wore a dress paired with black leopard-print tights and classic high-heeled pumps. She hid her eyes behind dark sunglasses, styled her hair in loose, slightly messy curls, and went for a dusty rose matte makeup look that softened the overall edge.
Rutler matched her mood in head-to-toe black, wearing a shirt and trousers layered with a leather coat. Together, they looked coordinated without being flashy, moving in sync as they exited into the Paris night.
It’s known that the couple dined at the restaurant Manko, a venue catering to a discerning crowd and designed in the spirit of French cabaret. In the evenings, guests are treated to live performances by local artists, with the restaurant’s shows considered among the best in the city.
Aguilera and Rutler’s relationship stretches back more than a decade. They began dating in 2010 and announced their engagement in 2014, though they never rushed toward marriage. That same year, they welcomed their daughter, Summer Rain.
Their story began on the set of the musical film Burlesque, where Aguilera starred alongside the legendary Cher, while Rutler worked as a composer. What started as a professional connection quietly turned into a long-term partnership that has largely stayed out of the spotlight.
This Paris outing offered a rare reminder that behind the stages, galas, and global attention, Aguilera continues to choose moments of intimacy and privacy — even in one of the most watched cities in the world.
