It seems as though star Luann de Lesseps has had a complicated marriage with husband Tom D’Agostino Jr. And even though it’s been just seven months since they tied the knot in an over-the-top New Year’s Eve celebration, fans are worried about the current state of her relationship.
Between Tom’s infidelity and the fact that he’s been linked to other Real Housewives stars, it’s no wonder why so much attention has been paid to their relationship. Though many RHONY co-stars made it clear they didn’t want the duo to wed, the couple did anyway.
Just recently, the 52-year-old opened up about her marriage to E!. After she was spotted fighting with her husband, Luann felt the need to defend herself and her man.
“What couple doesn’t have lovers’ quarrels?” she asked. “Tom and I are very passionate and very much in love with each other and things happen. Unfortunately, we are very much public people and so everybody likes to talk about it. From the Housewives to the restaurant, it’s very hard to keep privacy.”
During the argument, which went down in an NYC restaurant, eye-witnesses said things got physical. Luann addressed these concerns as well.
“It was more of a tap than a slap,” she said. “It was a lovers’ quarrel. I think all couples go through these things … It was made to be a much bigger deal. People like to gossip, people like to talk. That can weigh heavily on a relationship. Tom and I have been through a lot, but we love each other. We aren’t going to let gossip or rumors get the best of us.”
Though red flags continue to arise from friends and fans alike, it’s clear that Luann seems set on really trying to make this second marriage work. And though the fights may get heated, she assures ROHNY viewers not to worry.
“Sometimes big love affairs…can be tumultuous,” she said. “Tom and I are good. We love each other and you work through things. That’s what couples do — so everything is fine and we are happy.”