Kelly Kruger took to social media to share an update on her love life following her split from Darin Brooks. While she didn’t disclose her boyfriend’s identity, she claimed that they found each other at the right time in their lives. However, she teased that her kids already knew their stepfather, as she and her boyfriend had been great friends before their bond blossomed into love.
Kelly Kruger has a new lover after Darin Brooks’ divorce
Kruger took to her Instagram Story to reveal that she and her new partner found each other when they needed it most, noting that things happen as they are meant to at the right time. Although she didn’t reveal whom she is dating, she said she would make the relationship public soon.
“I know it’s annoying, but he’s the only person I dated after being alone for over 7 months. I’m a mom first and put my kids first always. I wanted to settle into life together before being public for the sake of my girls,” she said, referring to why she chose to keep his identity a secret. The GH star added that she can safely call her boyfriend her person and that she believes he’s an incredible stepfather to her kids. She mentioned that they were good friends before they became lovers.
“Stay tuned for more! I can’t wait to share our love story because I really truly believe it will inspire so many to keep going as painful as it can be,” she teased. Last month, in a TikTok video, Kruger shared a few details about her boyfriend, stating that she had known him for quite some time and that he had been her support system. She added that their friendship turning into love was completely “unexpected.”
In March 2026, Kruger and Brooks mutually decided to end their marriage after nearly 10 years, citing that they remain committed to co-parenting their kids and remain good friends (via TV Insider).
