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Kim Zolciak And Chet Hanks' Sexual Tension Blowing Up On 'The Surreal Life'

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By Afouda Bamidele on August 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM EDT

Kim Zolciak is turning up the heat on reality TV, and Chet Hanks is fueling the fire. The pair's undeniable chemistry on "The Surreal Life" has viewers buzzing with speculation. 

Amidst Zolciak's very public divorce from Kroy Biermann, her connection with Hanks is proving to be a captivating distraction. Reports of their flirtation have been swirling since last October when the show was filmed. 

The on-screen sparks between Kim Zolciak and Chet Hanks are only intensifying as the season unfolds.

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Kim Zolciak And Chet Hanks Let The Flirting Fly On 'The Surreal Life'

Kim Zolciak arrives at the Los Angeles International Airport
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In a captivating episode of "The Surreal Life," the eclectic cast of celebrities offers fans an intimate look at their unique journeys and surprising bonds. 

Among the standout moments, Zolciak is finding solace and excitement in her playful interactions with Hanks. Amidst her ongoing divorce from Biermann, Zolciak admits to feeling a sense of escape with the younger star.

The show features a heartfelt confessional in which Zolciak admits that Hanks' infectious laughter is her Achilles' heel.

This is followed by a playful gesture as she slides a mysterious card under his door with the intriguing message, "Let's Kollab." This intriguing gesture sets the stage for more flirtation between the duo.

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In a subsequent scene, as detailed by TMZ, the pair muse about following each other on Instagram, with the 46-year-old cheekily noting that this makes things "official." 

The scene wraps up with the pair sharing a knowing laugh as Hanks coyly asks, "So, what should we collab on?" hinting at a potential deeper connection between them.

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Zolciak And Hanks' Chemistry Started In October 

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Zolciak and Hanks' on-screen chemistry is not a new phenomenon. The pair sparked romance rumors back in October during the filming of "The Surreal Life" in Colombia.

The Blast reported that the duo engaged in flirtatious behavior, with their interactions captured on camera. While their relationship status remains unclear, their undeniable connection captured the attention of their castmates.

Eyewitnesses noted that Zolciak and Hanks' playful banter was impossible to miss as cameras captured their growing connection.

The two reality stars seemed to be genuinely enjoying each other's company, leading to speculations that their flirtation might be developing into something more serious during the two weeks of production.

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Zolciak And Biermann's Marriage In Limbo Amidst Chet Hanks Rumors

Judge's New Orders Make Kim Zolciak, Kroy Biermann's Divorce Even MESSIER
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Amid the sparks flying between Zolciak and Hanks, the reality TV star had previously claimed that her marriage to Biermann was still a work in progress. 

Despite the retired NFL linebacker filing for divorce, Zolciak insists they are "living as husband and wife" and actively trying to mend their relationship.

Court documents obtained by The Blast support her claims, indicating that the couple engaged in sexual relations after the divorce petition was filed. Zolciak's legal team formally requested the dismissal of the divorce case, arguing that:

"The very fact of cohabitation or reconciliation shows that some possibility remains that the marriage is viable…the parties are required to affirm once again that the marriage is indeed irretrievably broken by the bringing of a new complaint."

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Kim Zolciak Landed The Hulu Role Amidst Divorce And Financial Drama

Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann arrive at LAX
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The mother-of-six experienced a glimmer of hope amidst her tumultuous divorce from Biermann. The Blast shared that the TV personality landed a role in Hulu's series, "Got to Get Out," potentially earning her a million-dollar payday.

The news came as a welcome reprieve from the ongoing legal battle with Biermann, who cited Zolciak's spending habits as grounds for divorce. 

The Hulu project also marked a reunion for Zolciak and former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" co-star Cynthia Bailey, who will also appear in the series.

Fans of the duo will recall that the two women shared the screen for three seasons during Zolciak's tenure on the show from 2008 to 2012, while Bailey's involvement spanned from 2010 to 2021.

Kim Zolciak Reunite With Cynthia Bailey For The High-Stakes Reality Show

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Zolciak and Bailey joined the cast of Hulu's "Got to Get Out," alongside other celebrities like Spencer Pratt. The diverse cast included other celebrities and civilians, all ready to embark on an intense 10-day adventure in Toronto.

"Got to Get Out" offers a unique twist on reality TV, blending elements of competition and strategy. Contestants live together in a mansion, working collaboratively to raise the prize money, which grows by $1 every second. The ultimate goal is to reach $1 million.

However, the show spices things up by introducing a tantalizing dilemma: players must decide whether to split the prize money as a team or betray their comrades and make a daring escape with the cash.

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Each day, the mansion gates open at various times, and a getaway car arrives, offering contestants a chance to bolt with the loot. But it is not that simple—other players can thwart the escape by pressing a red button that slams the gates shut.

As Kim Zolciak makes waves on multiple fronts, only time will tell how the sparks flying on-screen with Chet Hanks, will play out.

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