Reality TV fans are doing a double take after Phaedra Parks confirmed her relationship with Chris 'CT' Tamburello is not platonic — and now CT's estranged wife is weighing in.
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The 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' alum and the 'Challenge' legend have been sparking dating rumors since appearing together on Season 3 of 'The Traitors.' But speculation turned into confirmation when the pair stepped out together on the red carpet at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.
Shortly after, Parks clarified their connection to People, saying the romance is definitely not platonic.
Now, CT's estranged wife, Lilianet Solares, has responded to the news. While she didn't provide extensive comment, sources say her reaction reflects the complicated emotions that come with watching an ex move on publicly. Solares and Tamburello have been separated for years, and he filed for divorce in 2021.
Fans of both shows have flooded social media with reactions — some surprised by the pairing, others pointing out how natural the two look together on camera.
Parks and Tamburello met while filming 'The Traitors,' where their chemistry caught the attention of audience members and producers alike. Both have maintained a sense of humor about the rumors, with Parks previously hinting that feelings had developed.
Neither party has shared details about the timeline of their relationship or how serious things have become. But the red carpet debut signals that they are comfortable being seen together publicly.
Solares has not posted directly about the romance on her social media, but insiders indicate she is aware of the public attention surrounding the new couple.
As the relationship continues to make headlines, fans are left wondering: will CT and Phaedra keep things going off-screen, and how will this affect his ongoing divorce proceedings? For now, both seem focused on enjoying their time together.