The reality TV crossover we didn’t know we needed just went red carpet official. CT Tamburello and Phaedra Parks, who first met on The Traitors season 2 back in 2024, confirmed their relationship on September 5 and then made their debut as a couple at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmys. The pair had previously brushed off showmance rumors, which makes this slow-burn reveal even sweeter for fans who spotted the spark two years ago.
Naturally, Johnny“Bananas”Devenanzio had thoughts. The Challenge alum told TMZ he fully supports the relationship, saying,“I ship it, listen, I was on their season of Traitors [and I] love them both.”He also joked that he’ll be“jumping out of the cake”at their wedding, then delivered a line so good it deserves its own plaque:“She went from Apollo to Zeus, and he went from an OnlyFans creator to an attorney, so I think they’re both winning.”
For context, CT, 46, separated from Catalina White in January and their divorce isn’t finalized, while Phaedra, 52, was previously married to Apollo Nida from 2009 to 2015. A source told Us Weekly the two are“the real deal,”with the relationship growing after CT’s marriage ended. So, are we officially calling this the best reality TV romance of 2026, or is it too soon to crown them?
What do you think: should Bananas actually jump out of the cake at the wedding? Tell us in the comments.
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