According to a report by Page Six, romance rumors are swirling around real estate broker Mauricio Umansky and his "Dancing With the Stars" partner, Emma Slater. The alleged couple was spotted holding hands as they exited a restaurant, with witnesses claiming they exchanged kisses while seated at the bar. This news comes amid Umansky's separation from his wife of 27 years, Kyle Richards.

Photos obtained by Page Six show the duo displaying affectionate gestures towards each other. Slater was seen wrapping her arm around Umansky's waist in the restaurant's parking lot. The pair reportedly enjoyed a three-hour date together.

The news of Umansky and Richards' separation broke in July, though the couple initially denied the claims. However, Umansky confirmed their split last month, stating that they were currently separated but not discussing divorce. He emphasized that their focus was on dealing with the situation privately.

Umansky also addressed rumors of infidelity, specifically denying allegations of cheating with country singer Morgan Wade. He expressed his belief that Richards and Wade were simply good friends and reiterated that they were not in a relationship.

Umansky and Richards share three daughters - Alexia, 27, Sophia, 23, and Portia, 15. Despite their separation, Umansky affirmed that they would always love each other and remain friends. Richards showed her support for Umansky by attending the premiere of "DWTS," where he and Slater competed.

Meanwhile, Slater recently ended her four-year marriage to "DWTS" co-star Sasha Farber in August 2022. In an interview on Nick Viall's "Viall Files" podcast, Slater revealed that although their love remained, they were at potentially different places in life. She expressed her hopes of starting a family one day and revealed that she is freezing her eggs.

Representatives for Slater and Umansky have not responded to Page Six's request for comment regarding the recent dating speculation. The upcoming season of "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" will reportedly delve into Umansky's marriage woes with Richards.

The alleged romance between Umansky and Slater adds another twist to the ongoing separation between Umansky and Richards. As fans eagerly wait for further developments, it remains to be seen how this situation will unfold and impact the lives of those involved in the spotlight.