Hozier Confirms Relationship With Hana Mayeda, Defends Her Against Online Harassment

Hozier, the celebrated Irish musician known for hits like “Take Me to Church” and “Eat Your Young,” has officially confirmed his relationship with model Hana Mayeda, while also addressing online harassment she faced. The confirmation comes after fans speculated about their relationship when Mayeda posted vacation photos on Instagram, one of which featured Hozier in the background.

A fan commented on Mayeda’s post, asking: “Is that Hozier on slide 3?” Hozier responded immediately, writing: “Hi everyone. Andrew here, the man who wrote that song! It’s about waiting for lockdown to be over. Now that’s out of the way, it would feel really good if you guys could refrain from having a conversation like this on my girlfriend’s personal page. It’s completely unwarranted and feels just as insensitive and disrespectful if it were to anyone else. I cherish the privacy we want to keep to ourselves and I hope you can support that. Thank you.”

Hozier’s public defense of Mayeda emphasizes his commitment to protecting their privacy, a stance he has consistently maintained throughout his career. Despite his public persona, Hozier has rarely shared details about his personal life, making this an important moment for his fans. Hozier and Mayeda’s relationship had previously been kept secret, and this confirmation marks one of the few times Hozier has spoken out about his personal life.

Mayeda, who has modeled for brands like American Eagle Outfitters and Covergirl, acknowledged Hozier’s comment with a heart, further cementing their relationship. Despite her growing social media following, Mayeda has also kept a relatively low profile, which aligns with Hozier’s desire for privacy.