Mark Estes openly admits his love for Kristin Cavallari without hesitation. In an exclusive interview with We on Monday, April 15, the 24-year-old shared that their relationship is very serious, describing it as the real deal.
Cavallari caught attention in February when she officially revealed her relationship with Estes, who is 13 years younger than her. Despite criticism online about their age gap, Estes appears unfazed by the negative comments.
When asked about the backlash, Estes shared with Us that he doesn't pay much attention to it. He mentioned, "I don’t dive too deep into that. People are going to talk no matter what you’re doing. I just brush it off my shoulder and if it makes me happy, that’s what I’m going to do."
Estes is a member of the Montana Boyz, a popular group on TikTok. He is joined by Kaleb Campbell Winterburn and Kade Wilcox. Winterburn, who is 24, and Wilcox, who is 22, are happy to see how well Estes is managing his sudden rise to fame.
Mark Estes Says His Relationship With Kristin Cavallari Is As Serious As It Gets
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“It’s tough. There’s a lot of people that hate on it,” Wilcox explained to Us. “I mean, we know him, and he knows himself.”
None of the three boys have seen Laguna Beach or The Hills, even though they have a connection to one of the show's stars.
Fans began to speculate about Cavallari and Estes dating on February 23, when they were seen together at the airport in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Shortly after, she confirmed their relationship on Instagram, expressing, "He makes me happy."
Cavallari initially kept quiet about their relationship with Estes, but she eventually talked about him on her “Let’s Be Honest” podcast last month. She affectionately calls him “Montana”.
During the March 12 episode, Cavallari shared, “Me dating a 24-year-old is not something I was looking for. It’s not something I ever thought would happen. I understand how it may look to others. He is not your typical 24-year-old.”
The former reality star initially had concerns about the age difference, but she has since moved past it. She now fully embraces her relationship and is not concerned about other people's opinions.
Cavallari believes that age is not a defining factor in a relationship. She thinks that maturity is influenced by various life experiences and upbringing, not just by age.
The founder of Uncommon James was married to Jay Cutler for seven years before they decided to go their separate ways in 2020. They finalized their divorce in 2022. Together, they have three children - Camden, who is 11 years old, Jaxon, who is 9 years old, and Saylor, who is 8 years old.
Editor's P/S:
Mark Estes' unreserved affection for Kristin Cavallari reflects a modern shift in societal norms surrounding age gaps in relationships. Despite significant criticism online, Estes remains unperturbed, highlighting the growing acceptance of intergenerational dating. Cavallari's own journey from hesitation to full embracement of their age difference emphasizes the importance of personal experiences and maturity over chronological age.
The presence of Estes in the popular TikTok group Montana Boyz adds another layer to the discussion. Winterburn and Wilcox's support for their friend despite the public backlash demonstrates the growing tolerance for non-traditional relationships within younger generations. Their lack of familiarity with Cavallari's past reality TV shows further underscores the significance of present connections over past experiences in shaping modern dating dynamics.