CT Tamburello Explains Why His Relationship with Phaedra Parks Works: 'We're in a Good Place' | Just Jared

CT Tamburello is sharing some new details about his relationship with Phaedra Parks!

If you didn’t see the news, the 52-year-old Real Housewives of Atlanta star confirmed earlier this month that she and the 46-year-old The Challenge star are dating. They subsequently made their red carpet debut at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.

In a new interview with Us Weekly, CT shared a glimpse into the relationship.

“I’ll say—I don’t want to jinx it—but I’ll say we’re in a good place,” he said. “With her, she just brings peace. It’s easy to just stay calm around her.”

CT went to share that one of the most important aspects of their relationship is how well they balance one another.

“I know I’m crazy in my own right,” he quipped. “It’s probably for the best if I’m not around her every day, to be honest. But she’s amazing. She really is. The way I would describe it is like Paula Abdul, ‘Opposites Attract.’ You remember that old video? That’s us.”

CT then acknowledge that sometimes he and Phaedra will take two steps forward and then two steps back.

“Contrary to popular belief, I do learn,” he playfully teased. “Maybe a slower learner, but I do learn, and some things are better left unsaid and I think oversharing can be a bad thing.”

Phaedra and CT originally met while competing on Season 2 of The Traitors in 2024 and sparks flew between them back then. Check out their complete relationship timeline here!

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