A Public Confirmation
Reality television stars Phaedra Parks and CT Tamburello have officially confirmed they are dating, transitioning their connection from on-screen camaraderie to a real-life romance. The 52-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta star revealed the news during a September 4 appearance on SiriusXM’s Jeff Lewis Live, confirming that she and the 46-year-old The Challenge veteran are currently seeing each other.
The confirmation follows weeks of public speculation fueled by increasingly flirtatious interactions on social media. The pair, who first met while filming the second season of Peacock’s The Traitors in 2023, have recently been the subject of fan interest after engaging in public exchanges, including Tamburello joking about needing a plus-one for the upcoming Creative Arts Emmy Awards, to which Parks replied, “Baby I’m already yours.”
This report draws on information published by tvinsider.com and yahoo.com.
From Co-Stars to Partners
Parks and Tamburello formed an unlikely friendship during the production of The Traitors, which aired in early 2024. While fans previously noted chemistry between the two, Tamburello had at the time maintained that nothing romantic occurred during the filming process. The shift toward a romantic relationship marks a significant development for both, as they navigate their respective personal lives.
Tamburello’s personal history has been a frequent topic of public interest. He finalized a divorce from Lilianet Solares in November 2023 and later married Catalina White in October 2024. That marriage ended in a split in January 2026, and while the divorce proceedings from that union are reportedly ongoing, Tamburello has moved forward with his relationship with Parks.
The Emmys and Beyond
During her radio appearance, Parks confirmed that she will serve as Tamburello’s date to the Creative Arts Emmy Awards this weekend, where he is scheduled to appear as a presenter. Parks noted that the pair had coordinated their travel to Los Angeles for the event and plan to travel to New York together afterward.
When pressed by host Jeff Lewis for more details regarding the timeline of their relationship or specific private plans, Parks remained coy, choosing to keep the finer details of their romance private while acknowledging the nature of their current status. Tamburello, who was present at the studio during the interview, further signaled the relationship by sharing behind-the-scenes content of Parks on his Instagram Story.