'So cute’: Fans rave over ‘Love is Blind’ Natalie Lee and ‘The Bachelors’ Blake Moynes romance
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: Natalie Lee from 'Love is Blind' and Blake Moynes from 'The Bachelor' just confirmed that they briefly dated during their group conservation trip in 2022.
This revelation comes as a shock. After her split with Shayne Jansen, Natalie Lee hinted at dating another reality star during an episode of Out of the Pods in July. Although she kept the star's identity under wraps, speculation ensued among Love is Blind fans.
Notably, Natalie had taken a romantic trip with 'Bachelorette' alum Blake Moynes, sharing several pictures of their time on social media in 2022. Despite the cozy photos and videos from their trip, Natalie had clarified that they were just friends participating in a conservation project on the island.
The reactions to the news about their relationship are mixed, with some expressing understanding and others feeling surprised.
One user wrote, "This makes sense and I remember thinking they just had to be together but now that I know it’s true, I wanna know what happened and why it didn’t work" while another wrote, "This feels so random yet it makes sense."
On the other hand, some users expressed skepticism or disappointment. One user commented on Blake's dating history, jokingly saying, "Blake be dating everyone." Another user commented, "Well, this was definitely not on my bingo card."
A user even wrote, "Damn I wish that worked out" while another chimed in saying, "Somehow I’m not surprised but still surprised."
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Who is 'Love is Blind' Natalie Lee currently dating?
Back in November 2022, Natalie had shared with E!News that she was dating casually without anything serious.
Natalie Lee, who hails from Chicago, serves as a co-host alongside 'Love is Blind''s Deepti Vempati on the show Out of the Pods. In this series, they offer unfiltered insights into dating and various aspects of life.
She expressed her desire to find a partner for a meaningful connection, emphasizing that this was always her intention. While unsure about dating another reality TV star, Natalie described her ideal type as someone quieter and more private than herself.
However, she acknowledged the challenges of finding such a person in the social media-driven world, indicating her continued search for the right match in 2024.
Who is ‘The Bachelors’ Blake Moynes currently dating?
As of now, Blake Moynes from 'The Bachelorette' has not officially confirmed that he is dating anyone.
Bachelor Nation star Blake Moynes has experienced many ups and downs in recent years. He appeared on Seasons 16 and 17 of 'The Bachelorette' and became engaged to Katie Thurston at the end of her season. However, their relationship came to an end in late 2021.
Blake then appeared on Season 9 of 'Bachelor in Paradise' where he received a surprise visit from Katie during the season's comedy roast, where she engaged in an impromptu conversation with her ex-fiancé.
Following the episode's airing, both Katie and Blake have shared photos on social media, sparking speculation among fans about the status of their relationship.
While there have been rumors and speculation surrounding his romantic life, Blake has not made any public statements or announcements regarding his relationship status.
Blake Moynes’ ex-fiancee Katie Thurston opens up about her new boyfriend
In a TikTok video posted on January 8, 2024, Katie Thurston mentioned being in a "situationship," emphasizing her happiness as the priority.
Despite not disclosing her new partner's identity or revealing his face, speculation arose among fans, with some expressing hopes that it might be Blake. Thurston's cryptic comments have left 'The Bachelorette' enthusiasts eager to see how her new relationship unfolds in the coming months.
On January 17, Thurston hinted at her new relationship on her Instagram Stories, adding to previous teases in recent months.
During a Q&A session with her followers, one asked about her new relationship, to which she advised, "Take things slow those first three months." In the accompanying video, Thurston appeared smitten, smiling and laughing while engaging with her mystery beau, whose arm was visible in the frame.
