As their fans look for clues as to what might have happened to drive Evans and Slate apart, sources close to the former couple are offering their personal insights into what has caused. 21 mars 2017 · By Alyssa Bailey Jenny Slate and Chris Evans, two Massachusetts natives turned co-stars, became one of 2016's most beloved surprise couples last May when tabloids reported they were dating. Their romance lasted until February 2017, though not much was said of it from Evans or Slate then.