Dylan Efron might be heating up the Dancing with the Stars ballroom with pro partner Daniella Karagach this season, but off the dance floor, his heart is already spoken for. The 32-year-old adventurer — and younger brother of actor Zac Efron — has been in a long-term relationship with his high school sweetheart, Courtney King.
While Dylan’s smooth moves are winning over viewers on season 34 of the competition series, he’s been quietly committed to Courtney for years. The pair tend to keep their romance out of the spotlight, but their bond runs deep. Photos of Courtney began appearing on Dylan’s Instagram as early as October 2016, and since then, she’s remained a steady presence in his life — even if she prefers to stay behind the scenes.
They Met in High School
Dylan and Courtney’s love story started long before his Dancing with the Stars debut. “We’re from the same hometown,” Dylan shared during a March 2025 appearance on “The Viall Files” podcast. Though they’ve never specified exactly when they began dating, they’ve known each other since their teen years.
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She’s a Big Traveler
A quick scroll through Dylan’s Instagram shows that the couple loves spending time outdoors. From hikes to shorelines, the two have shared countless adventures together. In one throwback post, Dylan even captioned a muddy outing with Courtney as “exploring new mud.”
Courtney’s own Instagram — though now inactive — once offered a glimpse into her adventurous side. Her 17-post feed included photos of mountain peaks to secluded beaches.
She’s a Private Person
Unlike her famous boyfriend, Courtney prefers to keep a low profile. During his “Viall Files” interview, Dylan explained that she’s not interested in fame or attention. “It works out really well, it’s not like I’m hiding her from the world or anything. She understands the job, all that stuff. She doesn’t really like being on camera,” he shared.
Her Instagram account is public but hasn’t been active since 2019, reflecting her choice to live life offline while supporting Dylan’s career from the sidelines.
She Works a Regular Job
Courtney isn’t part of the Hollywood scene — and that’s exactly what Dylan loves about her. “It’s cool because she’s actually not on social media and she works a 40-hour-a-week job,” Efron said on “The Viall Files.” Her grounded lifestyle complements his adventurous, public-facing career, and the couple has found a rhythm that works for them.
Marriage Could Be in Their Future
While the couple prefers to keep details of their relationship private, Dylan has hinted that big milestones are ahead. When asked about marriage, he teased that “she knows the answer” and praised her easygoing attitude toward their future. “Courtney’s so down to earth,” he said. “She’s not going to put a deadline on me.”
