Who Is Lauren Compton’s Boyfriend? Mark Avalos’ Job & Relationship History Explained

Lauren Compton has found love once again with her latest boyfriend, Mark Avalos, and fans want to know more about their relationship. Compton, a well-known actress and stand-up comedian, has made notable contributions to the entertainment industry for years. While she usually draws attention for her creative work, many have grown curious about her personal life too, particularly her ongoing relationship. So, who is Compton’s new partner? Here are the details.

Who is Lauren Compton’s boyfriend in 2024?

Lauren Compton is currently dating Mark Avalos.

Before dating her recent beau Avalos, Compton was married to Manuel Giusti, since 2012. Initially, they were in a long-distance relationship for almost two years. They were required to marry necessarily for Manuel to get a U.S. green card for them to live together. Although they started their new chapter as life partners, collaborating on several musical ventures, their relationship took a surprising turn. She caught him cheating with a restaurant hostess, which led to their eventual divorce.

After her divorce, she dated several individuals, including Patt Quinn and KC Deane. Once, she also revealed that one of her anonymous boyfriends passed away due to a drug overdose in an interview with YMH Studios. However, after experiencing bad luck with love several times, she is now in a happy relationship with her current partner, Avalos.

What is Mark Avalos’ job?

Avalos is a pit-master and co-founder of a barbecue restaurant in Austin, Texas.

Avalos co-founded SLAB BBQ in Texas, which launched as a mortar location in 2014. Ahead of the launch, their outlet was initially a food trailer called Sugar Shack BBQ.

Lauren Compton and Mark Avalos’ relationship history

Compton and Avalos reportedly met sometime before the Fourth of July in 2022. Since then, they struck a bond and have been exclusive. They have moved in together in a newly purchased house by Avalos for Compton, marking a significant step in their almost two-year-long relationship.

Last year, Compton revealed on the Out & About podcast that she and Avalos are nearing their first anniversary and shared their celebration plans.

Shazmeen Navrange

Shazmeen is an Entertainment Journalist at ComingSoon. She holds a degree in multimedia and mass communication, specializing in advertising, but her ardor for cinema led her into entertainment journalism. While her cinematic preferences know no bounds, she specifically has fondness for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, psychological thrillers, horror, and films with profound philosophical undertones.