Jessi Draper and Marciano Brunette confirmed they are dating during the American Music Awards on May 25, 2026 [1].
The revelation comes as Draper navigates a highly publicized divorce from her husband, Jordan. By confirming her relationship with Brunette, a star of "Vanderpump Villa," Draper provides clarity on her personal life following months of public speculation.
Speaking to reporters at the Los Angeles ceremony, Draper, 33 [2], addressed her current romantic status. "I'm single and ready to mingle," Draper said [3]. She further specified the nature of her connection to Brunette, stating, "He's one on the roster" [4].
Brunette supported the confirmation during the interview. "We’re back together and happy," Brunette said [5].
The public confirmation follows earlier reports of the pair being seen together. Some reports indicate the couple was spotted kissing at a Hulu Gets Real event on April 22, though the formal status update occurred this Monday at the awards show [6].
Draper has become a central figure in reality television through her role in "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Her transition into a new relationship amid her marital separation has drawn significant attention from fans and media outlets. The appearance at the AMAs served as a platform to finalize the narrative regarding her dating life.
“"He's one on the roster," Jessi Draper said.”
The confirmation of this relationship marks a pivot in Draper's public image from a wife in a struggling marriage to an independent figure in the reality TV dating circuit. By using the term 'roster,' Draper signals a non-exclusive or casual approach to dating, which aligns with the current trend of 'soft-launching' relationships in celebrity culture to maintain media momentum during personal transitions.
