While Kaitlyn Bristowe and Zac Clark have yet to confirm their relationship status, fans believe they’ve uncovered more than a few clues that prove the Bachelor Nation members are romantically involved.
Rumors began swirling in January 2024 of the pair’s alleged relationship after Bristowe was spotted with her arm around Clark while the pair celebrated New Year’s Eve together at her Nashville home.
After the clip surfaced, speculation that Bristowe called off her engagement with ex-fiancé Jason Tartick to pursue a relationship with Clark hit a fever pitch. (Bristowe and Tartick split in August 2023 after four years together, while Clark was previously engaged to former Bachelorette Tayshia Adams. The pair split in November 2021.)
Bristowe swiftly set the record straight — but did not deny there was anything romantic between her and Clark. “Here to say that there was never an ounce of cheating happening and I will not stand for this rumor,” she commented. “Y’all are NASTY in here. Anywho. Swear on my dogs’ lives. No cheating went on. So we can just put that to rest. Thank you!! Happy new year everyone. Go donate some blood or somethin!”
The headlines continued when Bristowe seemingly addressed her friendship fallout with Adams and while making a NSFW comment. While not naming Adams or Clark, Bristowe explained during an August 2024 appearance on the “U, Up?” podcast that she reached out to a woman after going on a date with her “Bachelor Nation” ex. The woman responded by saying, “I always knew you were a bad person and you’ve confirmed it. Your true colors are showing.” Bristowe recalled hanging up and thinking to herself, “Now, I just want to send her a picture of me sucking his d–k.”
Scroll down to see all the clues that Bristowe and Clark are dating:
New Year’s Eve PDA
While celebrating New Year’s Eve together in December 2023, Bristowe was seen putting her arm around Clark. Amid the speculation, Bristowe shared a cryptic quote that read, “The vibe for 2024 is messy authenticity over fake perfection.” She also denied claims she was unfaithful in her previous relationship.
Getting Cozy
Less than a month after their initial spotting, Bristowe and Clark enjoyed a night out in New York City, per BachelorNation.Scoop’s Instagram account. In the video, Bristowe and Clark held hands and danced. At the end of the clip, Bristowe wrapped her arms around Clark and pulled him in for an embrace.
Friends Weigh In
Blake Moynes, who appeared on Adams’ season of The Bachelorette, explained why he thinks Clark has played coy about his relationship status with Bristowe.
“Do I know they are hanging out and have [been]? Yes, but he does not give me the guts because when I have asked, he makes it awkward,” Moynes shared during a March 2024 appearance on the “Almost Famous” podcast. “He just doesn’t want to feed and play into that. He’s all business.”
Showing Support
Bristowe attended Clark’s May 2024 Release Foundation Gala to support his nonprofit, which helps those struggling with substance abuse. Bristowe and Clark were seen singing “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys.
Wedding Dates
Bristowe and Clark were spotted in June 2024 standing together on the edge of the dance floor at a wedding, per the Instagram account BachelorNation.Scoop. Neither Bristowe nor Clark shared details of the wedding.
Mystery Man
Amid speculation about their relationship, Bristowe hinted at her relationship with Clark during a July 2024 appearance on the “Let’s Be Honest” podcast. While discussing her romantic life, Bristowe did not confirm that Clark was her significant other.
Bristowe recalled her first date with her mystery man and said she was not feeling the nerves. “I would get nervous usually in situations like that. But, I was just like, ‘Oh, here we go.’ I’m going to know right off the bat if I like him or not. The conversations [are] either going to be good or terrible. I was going into it almost fed up,” Bristowe shared.
Bristowe gushed that there’s immediate “chemistry” between the twosome. However, Bristowe claimed that the pair “went through a blip” where she wondered, “What am I doing?” But after a period of time, Bristowe realized she “could do this.”
Bristowe said they are not going to “move to each other’s city anytime soon” and are continuing to get to “know each other.”
Potential Soft Launch
Bachelor Nation member and “Almost Famous” podcast cohost Ashley Iaconetti theorized that Bristowe’s August 2024 comments on the “U, Up?” podcast were a “soft launch” of her romance with Clark.
“I don’t think she would tell the story if they were not together,” Iaconetti said, before wondering, “Or is this kind of a slap and they’re not together?”
Iaconetti and former Bachelor and “Almost Famous” podcast cohost Ben Higgins ultimately concluded that they think Bristowe and Clark are currently together.
Cheering Team
Bristowe supported Clark while he ran the New York City Marathon in November 2024. After Clark shared an Instagram post explaining why he signed up for the race, Bristowe commented, “You are one bright ass light.”
Spending Holidays Together
Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Bristowe and Clark appeared to celebrate the holidays together when they both uploaded a photo holding candles inside a church in December 2024.
Attending NFL Games
When Bristowe posted from a Philadelphia Eagles game in January 2025, fans were quick to point out that Clark was also in attendance. In Clark’s Instagram video, one user commented that they could “hear” Bristowe.
Birthday Messages
When Clark shared photos from his 42nd birthday in January 2026, Bristowe sent a message. “42. Still never had a bite of fruit,” he captioned his Instagram post which featured a cake that read “F*** fruit,” while she wrote in the comments section, “Natures candy. Weirdo. Happy birthday.”
