The world of real estate and reality TV collided once again when former spouses Tarek El Moussa and Christina Haack sat down for an unexpected double date—one that came with a side of grilling, courtesy of Tarek himself. Fans of Flip or Flop know that, despite their past relationship struggles, Tarek and Christina have managed to co-parent successfully and maintain a working relationship. However, when it comes to Christina’s love life, Tarek has made it clear that he wants to ensure she’s with the right man, especially considering their two children, Taylor and Brayden.
An Unconventional Double Date
The two exes, who finalized their divorce in 2018 after a tumultuous split, met up at an upscale waterfront restaurant for a cozy double date: Tarek with his wife, Selling Sunset star Heather Rae El Moussa, and Christina with her new boyfriend, Joshua Hall. While it was meant to be a casual and friendly outing, sources say the evening had its tense moments—primarily thanks to Tarek’s overprotective nature.
“I Should Screen Her Partners”
Before heading to the dinner, Tarek had jokingly mentioned in an interview that he felt a responsibility to “screen” the men Christina dates. While the comment was made in a lighthearted tone, it was clear at dinner that Tarek wanted to make sure Joshua was the real deal.
According to eyewitnesses, the conversation started off on a positive note, with lighthearted banter about business, family, and their shared experience in the real estate world. However, as the night went on, Tarek reportedly shifted the conversation toward Joshua’s intentions with Christina.
“He wasn’t aggressive or anything, but he definitely asked some pointed questions,” a source revealed. “He wanted to know how serious Josh was, what his future plans were, and how he felt about Christina being in the public eye.”
Heather, Tarek’s wife, tried to diffuse the situation by steering the conversation toward lighter topics, but Christina reportedly appreciated Tarek’s concern.
Joshua Holds His Own
Despite being under the microscope, Joshua took the questioning in stride. A former police officer turned real estate agent, he responded confidently, making it clear that he genuinely cared about Christina and had her best interests at heart.
“Josh handled himself well,” another source noted. “He’s not easily rattled, and he answered Tarek’s questions honestly. He reassured him that he was serious about Christina and that he respected their co-parenting dynamic.”
By the end of the night, it seemed that Tarek had warmed up to Joshua. The two men even shook hands, and the group left the restaurant on good terms.
Moving Forward as a Blended Family
Tarek and Christina have had their share of public disputes in the past, but in recent years, they’ve worked hard to create a stable and supportive environment for their children. Heather and Christina, despite previous rumors of tension, have also shown that they are making an effort to coexist peacefully.
The dinner was a significant step in showing that while Tarek might still feel protective of Christina, he ultimately wants what’s best for her and their children. Whether Joshua is the one remains to be seen, but for now, it seems like he passed Tarek’s unofficial “screening” process.
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