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Kelley Flanagan has addressed speculation about her relationship status with Bachelor Nation alum Jason Tartick. Kelley Flanagan and Jason Tartick are not romantically involved, she confirmed during an April 22 interview with Us Weekly. The former Bachelor contestant clarified that while they share a close friendship, dating is off the table, she said:
"I love Jason. We get along, but yeah, I don't know, I just don't think I'm in a place to date yet."
Flanagan, 33, spoke at the Us + Maidenform Reality Star Style Awards party, emphasizing her platonic dynamic with Tartick, 36. The two frequently collaborate through his talent agency and plan to reunite at the Stagecoach music festival. She noted in the interview that they "vibe really well" and catch up weekly, but her recent split from entrepreneur Ari Raptis has shifted her focus away from romance.
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Fans first speculated about a connection after their playful banter on Tartick's Trading Secrets podcast in early April. The attorney also addressed her viral Coachella reunion with ex Peter Weber, describing their current bond as sibling-like.
Weber, who dated Flanagan after his 2020 season of The Bachelor, recently called her "the sister I never had," according to Kelley. She found this comment both amusing and a little awkward. Despite their history, Flanagan insists they've always maintained a friendly rapport.
Amid the dating rumors, Kelley Flanagan declined an offer to join Bachelor in Paradise season 10, citing doubts about finding a serious partner on the show. She explained in the interview that she's never fully fit into the franchise's world and said:
"I'm 33 years old. I think I'm getting to a place where I am ready to seriously date. I don't know if my person's going to be me finding them in Paradise."
Kelley Flanagan’s friendship with Jason Tartick: Collaboration over romance
Kelley Flanagan and Jason Tartick's relationship centers on professionalism and mutual respect. Both are represented by the same talent agency, and they frequently cross paths at events like Stagecoach, where Flanagan plans to connect with Tartick's team. Their weekly check-ins and podcast chemistry fueled fan theories, but Flanagan insists their interactions remain strictly friendly.
Tartick, known for his 2018 Bachelorette season and engagement to Kaitlyn Bristowe, has publicly supported Flanagan's ventures, including her lifestyle brand. Meanwhile, Kelley Flanagan's decision to skip Bachelor in Paradise underscores her shift toward off-screen dating. She told Us Weekly she's prioritizing genuine connections over reality TV drama, though she hasn't ruled out future franchise appearances.
Flanagan's candidness about her dating life, including her split from Raptis and Weber's "sister" comment, reflects her preference for transparency. While rumors persist, her focus remains on personal growth and career goals, leaving the door open for love to unfold organically.
As Bachelor Nation continues to speculate, Kelley Flanagan's stance is clear: Friendship with Tartick takes precedence, and any romance would require timing she's not yet ready to commit to. For now, fans can expect more collaborations but no couple alerts.
