Rumors have been swirling around Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Mauricio Umansky and Dancing With the Stars pro Emma Slater after the two were spotted enjoying a cozy dinner that appeared to include some PDA.
The sighting quickly sparked speculation that the pair’s friendship may have turned romantic, especially in light of Mauricio’s separation from his wife, Kyle Richards.
However, both Mauricio and Emma are shutting down the chatter. Sources close to the duo insist that the dinner was nothing more than a friendly night out and that any perceived PDA was being misinterpreted. “They are not dating,” one insider stated, clarifying that the two share a close friendship due to Mauricio’s ongoing participation in Dancing With the Stars, where Emma is also a pro dancer.
Mauricio, who has been navigating life in the public eye amid his highly publicized marriage struggles with Kyle, is said to be focusing on his family, career, and his time on DWTS. Emma, meanwhile, has also had her name linked to various rumors during her years on the dance show, but insiders emphasize she remains strictly professional.
While fans continue to speculate about the nature of their relationship, both Mauricio and Emma appear unfazed, choosing to focus on their work rather than the gossip mill. Still, the sighting has only fueled curiosity about Mauricio’s next chapter following his split from Kyle — and whether romance might eventually play a part in it.
One thing is clear: for now, Mauricio and Emma insist they’re just friends.
