Chet HanksandKim Zolciakhave been teasing fans about their “friendship” for a while.

But it seems as if the two are just friends.

There, she met Hanks.

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The twowere flirting with each otherand through press for the show, Hanks and Zolciak hinted at something more.

Now, Hanks is clarifying their relationship.

In a newinterview withPeople, Hanksshared that he still regularly contacts Zolciak.

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He told the outlet that he was texting her before their interview.

I just texted [Kim] in the car right now, Hanks told them.

When they press about their relationship, Hanks continued to say that the two were “friends.”

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He was then asked ifthey were “dating friends” or regular friends.

No, were friends, he said.

As recently as February 13, Hanks joked thatZolciak should be his Valentine.

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“It should be.

What’s up, Kim?”

he said in the video.

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So fun much with [Chet Hanks].

One of my absolute favorite concerts and everyone that was/is part of this massive operation is beyond kind.

There are no words for the happiness and joy that surrounded us all that night.

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I saw a whole lot of sparkle in the crowd.

Prior to Surreal Life: Villa of Secrets airing, Zolciak spoke about Hanks withE!

I think Chet is great, she said.

Hes just a great guy and we had some very deep conversations that youll see.

You have to stay tuned and see what happens.