Phaedra Parks Steps Out on the Emmy Red Carpet with New Beau CT Tamburello

When the lights dimmed at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles on September 5, all eyes turned to a sleek black gown that seemed to catch every flash. It was none other than Phaedra Parks, 54, stepping onto the Creative Arts Emmy red carpet for the first time with a new companion on her arm.

Beside her, Chris “CT” Tamburello, 46, wore a classic black‑and‑white tuxedo that gave off an old‑Hollywood vibe. The pair looked comfortable, sharing smiles and a few whispered jokes as they walked the carpet together.

Parks had just let the world in on the fact that she was “out” with Tamburello during a chat on Jeff Lewis Live the night before. When Lewis pressed for details—how many dates, any sleepovers—she laughed it off, saying, “I can’t give that to you, I’ve got to save it for the world!” It was a classic Phaedra move: a little mystery, a lot of charm.

Their romance didn’t start on the red carpet; it began a while back on the reality‑competition series The Traitors season 2. While they were both navigating betrayals and secret missions, fans and fellow contestants started to wonder if there was more than just gameplay happening.

Even The Bachelor alums got in on the gossip. Peter Weber, a former lead, told Us that he was “all for it,” adding, “I ship it. They’re cute together, chemistry is there.” Yet CT was quick to temper the rumors back in March 2024, telling Entertainment Weekly that nothing “real” had happened during filming. “I loved her because she’s a cornball,” he said, “but it was still a game.”

Fast forward to September, and the couple finally made their public debut. Their look was striking—Parks’ back‑less black dress was trimmed with silver, catching the lights just right, while Tamburello’s tuxedo gave off a timeless elegance.

Meanwhile, CT’s personal life was still a bit of a roller coaster. His estranged wife, model Catalina White, responded to news of the new romance with a tongue‑in‑cheek “Sign the papers 👏👏👏,” urging him to finalize their divorce. The pair had been locked in a prolonged settlement battle ever since White filed for divorce in January 2026, with lawyers even asking a judge to delay a financial‑affidavit deadline because CT was busy filming.

Both Parks and Tamburello come with their own storied pasts. Parks was married to Apollo Nida from 2009‑2017, sharing two teenage sons, while CT’s previous marriage to Lilianet Solares produced a 10‑year‑old son, CJ. Despite the baggage, the two seem eager to explore this new chapter together.

Fans of both reality worlds are watching closely, eager to see if this partnership will turn into a lasting love story or simply a headline moment. One thing’s for sure: the Creative Arts Emmys gave them the perfect spotlight, and they certainly didn’t waste it.