Overview
- De Blasio told the New York Post the pair had a “lovely relationship” and said he respects Konst and hopes for a future friendship.
- Unnamed sources cited by the Post allege the breakup followed an affair with an elected official from another state, whose identity has not been disclosed.
- The relationship appears to have ended sometime between an Oct. 18 public appearance and Election Day, according to the reporting.
- Konst was described as heartbroken by people she confided in, the Post reported, while the affair allegation remains uncorroborated.
- De Blasio’s estranged wife, Chirlane McCray, said she was unaware of the situation and looked forward to reading the story; the pair announced a separation in 2023.