Jade's Boyfriend From Victorious Novels & Stories

The 'Victorious' set was practically a high school romance novel come to life! From what I've gathered over the years through interviews, fan gossip, and social media breadcrumbs, there were definitely some off-screen sparks flying. The most talked-about pairing was Ariana Grande and Liz Gillies—though their relationship was more of a deep, platonic 'soulmate' bond, they played up romantic tension for laughs in interviews. Meanwhile, Ariana briefly dated co-star Matt Bennett (Robbie) early in the show’s run, which he later confirmed in a podcast. Avan Jogia (Beck) and Elizabeth Gillies (Jade) had palpable chemistry, and while they never confirmed dating, their flirty dynamic fueled endless fan theories. Victoria Justice, the show’s lead, stayed relatively private, but rumors swirled about her and Leon Thomas III (Andre) thanks to their adorable duets.

What’s fascinating is how these relationships bled into the show’s energy. Jade and Beck’s on-again, off-again angst? Maybe not entirely acting. Ariana’s character Cat’s whimsical charm contrasted with Liz’s sharp-tongued Jade—a dynamic that mirrored their real-life yin-yang friendship. The cast’s closeness made the show feel authentic, even if some ‘ships’ were just wishful thinking from fans. Looking back, it’s wild how much adolescent hormones and Hollywood collided on that set!

The first victorious kiss in 'Victorious' happens between Tori Vega and Beck Oliver in the episode 'Locked Up!' It’s such a memorable moment because the whole situation is so chaotic—they’re trapped in a storage room during a school lockdown, and the tension just builds until Beck leans in. What I love about this scene is how it captures that awkward, sweet energy of first kisses, especially when it’s between two characters who’ve had this simmering chemistry all season. The show doesn’t overplay it; it feels natural, like something that would actually happen between two teens stuck in a weird, stressful situation. Plus, it’s followed by that classic sitcom aftermath where everyone finds out and reacts hilariously.

Rewatching that episode now, it’s funny how much that kiss defined the show’s shipping culture. Fans went wild debating whether Tori and Beck should end up together long-term, even though the series kept their relationship more casual. It’s one of those moments that sticks with you because it’s equal parts romantic and comedic—perfect for 'Victorious’ tone. I still catch myself grinning during that scene; it’s just so them.