Reese Witherspoon spotted with a new mystery man: Who is the wealthy NHL investor?

Reese Witherspoon and Oliver Haarmann are reportedly taking their friendship to the next level.

Several times over the summer, Witherspoon and Haarmann were seen together. On Wednesday, the pair were spotted holding hands in New York City. The "Morning Show" actress wore a tight, black dress, and Haarmann wore a navy blazer and khakis.

On September 4, the pair attended an Assouline opening event in New York City and are reportedly "casually" dating, according to People's sources.

The source informed the outlet that they are "maintaining a platonic relationship" and "approaching dating with caution."

"Her biggest priorities are work and her son, although she enjoys it."

"She enjoys it but doesn't want it to be a big focus. She's busy with work and her son. These are her biggest priorities." — Source to People magazine

In March 2023, Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth announced their divorce after almost 12 years of marriage. The former couple share son Tennessee, 11. Witherspoon was previously married to Ryan Phillippe, and they have a daughter Ava, 24, and son Deacon, 20.

Below is what to know about Witherspoon's new reported romantic interest.

The financier

According to LinkedIn, Haarmann, 57, holds a masters in business administration from both Brown and Harvard.

Haarmann began his career at KKR, a global investment firm in London, before founding the private equity firm Searchlight Capital Partners in 2010. As per the company's website, Haarmann remains a partner at Searchlight Capital and works alongside the two co-founders to manage the firm's portfolio.

Minority owner of the New York Islanders

In December 2023, Sportico reported that Haarmann was in talks to purchase a 10% stake in the New York Islanders. Later, the New York Post reported that Haarmann had acquired a small ownership stake in the professional ice hockey team.

The New York Islanders directory lists Haarmann as a co-owner.

Haarmann has been married

Mala Gaonkar, Haarmann's ex-wife, is a financier who founded her own hedge fund, SurgoCap Partners, in 2022.

Spotted with Witherspoon

In July, Witherspoon and Haarmann dined at L'Artusi in New York City, where they had flown in the day before via helicopter.

The duo took a helicopter into the city again in September.

The couple's sons, Deacon and Tennessee, were also present in NYC with them.

Witherspoon feels 'authentic’

The actress, who has won awards for her performances, has spoken openly about her struggles with divorce. Now, sharing her story has made her feel more "real."

In 2023, she shared with Harper's Bazaar that being able to openly discuss her personal life with others and express herself authentically, without someone else controlling the conversation, felt much more genuine.

"Of course, speculation exists, but I have no control over it. My only responsibility is to be truthful, open, and vulnerable."

In March 2023, Toth and Witherspoon released a joint statement about their separation.

"With great care and consideration, we have decided to divorce after many wonderful years together. We will move forward with deep love, kindness, and mutual respect for everything we have created together."