Ashley Darby hinted at whether she’s still seeing Josh Gudenburr, the 30-year-old she met at a speed dating event with Gizelle Bryant on Real Housewives of Potomac. The star recently filed for divorce from Michael Darby after a lengthy separation.
At the event, Josh said he works for professional sports venues as director of operations. He also revealed that he grew up on a farm, played soccer and baseball, and wrestled. After the event, Ashley and Josh kissed and played beer pong together, and they appeared to be interested in pursuing a romance.
Earlier this week, Ashley took to her Instagram Stories to share a cute photo with Josh, captioning the image, “Did you guys enjoy meeting @gude132 on Sunday night?” She also included a blushing face emoji.
Of course, this led to speculation that Ashley, 36, and Josh are still together. However, in a recent interview with The Daily Dish, Ashley seemed to suggest that she and Josh aren’t dating anymore.
When asked what she’s now looking for in a boyfriend, Ashley answered, “Maybe a guy who’s like, 40, right? Has a kid or two. Already been married. That would be kind of ideal.”
She then alluded to her recent divorce filing.
“Even though I’ve been separated for two years, there’s always been a feeling that I’m still attached in a way,” said the star. “Now that’s officially ending, and I have freedom to do life my own way, and I’m very excited to see what that looks like.”
In the recent episode, Ashley shared her hopes before the speed dating event.
“Now I’m really looking for somebody who has those qualities that could really be a life partner for me,” stated Ashley. “Someone who’s family-oriented. Understands the idea of responsibility and commitment. Someone who’s very attractive. Well-endowed. And I’m honing in on those qualities now.”
At the event, sparks seemed to fly between Ashley and Josh.
“I had to go with Josh,” she explained in a confessional interview. “I had some great conversations. We can build a chicken coop or two. Go collect some eggs together. Ride off into the hills on a tractor into the sunset.”
She also addressed how Josh opened up about his health journey.
“He’s 30,” she said. “Little bit of a young buck for me. But, knowing that Josh survived thyroid cancer at such a young age, it really sheds more light on his personality. Josh seems to be mature beyond his years … Josh is a pretty great guy, and whenever we talk, it feels like everyone else in the room disappears.”