Audrina Patridge Shares Heartfelt Thoughts on Kristin Cavallari and Mark Estes' Relationship: 'Thrilled for Them' (Exclusive)

Audrina Patridge Says Kristin Cavallari Deserves Happiness With New BF Mark Estes

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Audrina Patridge fully supports former The Hills costar Kristin Cavallari's new younger boyfriend.

"When I first heard about it, I was like, 'Is this for real? Or is it just for show?'" Patridge, 38, playfully hinted during an exclusive chat with We at DIRECTV's Streaming With the Stars Oscars viewing party at Spago in Beverly Hills on Sunday, March 10.

Partridge's perspective shifted quickly when she observed the couple together. "They look really cute together," she shared with Us. "Perhaps she just needs to enjoy herself a bit more in life."

Cavallari, aged 37, made her relationship with Mark Estes public on February 27 through Instagram, following their time together in Mexico. Captioning a cozy selfie, she expressed, "He brings me happiness." Estes, aged 24, shared Cavallari's photo on his Instagram Story, accompanied by two red heart emojis.

Patridge reached out to Cavallari after hearing about the romance in the news. She texted her and Cavallari responded with gratitude. Patridge expressed her happiness for Cavallari, stating that she deserves to be happy.

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Patridge doesn’t think Cavallari is affected by the discourse surrounding the couple’s age gap. According to her, Kristin is not someone who would care about it. She will live her life as she should.

Cavallari showed she wasn't fazed by trolls in a recent response. On March 2, she posted a TikTok video with the caption, "When they’re all up in arms that I’m dating a 24 year old. Andddd?"

In the video, Cavallari lipsynced to a popular audio, asking, "So what are you going to do about it? Are you going to arrest me? Are you going to give me a ticket?"

Estes became popular on TikTok as part of the Montana Boyz, and Cavallari has already appeared on the group's page. She made her first appearance in a video posted on March 1, joining Estes and his friends as they danced to Jason Aldean's "She's Country". Cavallari surprised everyone by stepping out from behind her boyfriend while sporting a "This Ain't My First Coors Rodeo" shirt.

To solidify their bond, Cavallari showcased their connection by wearing a gold necklace with the initial "M" in a series of recent Instagram photos.

Many of Cavallari's friends, like Patridge, have noticed a special connection between her and Estes. According to a source who spoke exclusively to Us earlier this month, after spending time with them, they can see the genuine bond between Kristin and Mark, and how happy he makes her.

Another insider shared that the couple has been dating "for a while" and mentioned that Kristin is not concerned about what others think about their age difference.

With reporting by Amanda Williams

Editor's P/S:

Audrina Patridge's support for Kristin Cavallari's new relationship highlights the importance of embracing happiness and ignoring societal expectations. Patridge's observation that Cavallari looks genuinely happy with her younger boyfriend suggests that age gaps should not be a deterrent to finding love. Cavallari's own response to criticism, as seen in her TikTok video, further demonstrates her resilience and determination to live her life on her own terms.

The positive reactions from Cavallari's friends and insiders reinforce the idea that age should not be a factor in determining a relationship's validity. The couple's public displays of affection, such as Cavallari's necklace with the initial "M," and their shared experiences, as seen in the TikTok video, further solidify their connection. Cavallari's decision to date Estes, despite the age difference, serves as an inspiration to others to prioritize their own happiness and not let societal norms dictate their choices.