Brooks Nader Addresses Dating Rumors Clears Up Romantic Life

Brooks Nader is clarifying the truth about her romantic life.

After being seen in photos chatting with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives cast member Dakota Mortensen at the series’ launch event in New York on November 11, Nader guaranteed her admirers it was merely a friendly exchange.

“I truly like all the Mormon Wives, and I’m a fan of the program. We’re both part of the Hulu community, and I had just met him then for the first time,” Nader, 28, revealed exclusively to Us Weekly while commemorating the completely new, entirely electric 2026 Jeep Recon on Tuesday, November 18. “We were just having a casual talk, and it escalated beyond control. There was a false report that we left together, but I actually departed with my siblings. We went out for dinner, so the situation was misrepresented.”

Even though Nader admitted Mortensen, 30, is “quite attractive” and she enjoys the show, there’s no burgeoning romance involved.

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“There’s nothing more to it than that,” she stated. “I honestly don’t even know anything substantial about him.”

Regarding the speculation that Nader might be romantically linked to Nina Dobrev’s former fiancé Shaun White, the model explained that images captured outside an Alice + Olivia gathering in New York on November 12 do not convey the full narrative.

“He was simply saying, ‘Hello,’” she informed Us. “I was still inside my vehicle. I hadn’t even exited.”

While Nader finds all the dating speculations somewhat amusing, the former Dancing With the Stars participant confessed that it invariably draws her father’s attention.

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“I assure you I’m unattached, and if I’m engaging in playful banter, you’ve been in that situation too. Do not pass judgment on me. Allow me to flirt peacefully,” she quipped. “My poor father, however, calls me almost daily, asking, ‘Now, who is this individual? Now, there’s another one. Now, who is this person? And what am I supposed to tell my acquaintances in Louisiana?’ And I respond, ‘I’m simply having a conversation.’ It’s quite absurd.”

During her attendance at the major unveiling of the 2026 Jeep Recon, Nader had the opportunity to experience firsthand the industry’s inaugural and sole fully electric Trail Rated SUV.

Manufacturing for the 2026 Jeep Recon is slated to commence early next year, with initial releases in the United States and Canada.

“Jeep holds a special place in my heart. My very first makeout session in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was with a high school student, and he drove a black Jeep Cherokee,” Nader joked to Us. “His name was Caleb. He was truly charming.”

As Nader continues to juggle modeling, family commitments, and more reality television — Love Thy Nader is rumored to be returning for a second season — she reiterated that she is single and keen to discover what the future holds.

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“As I’ve mentioned previously, I maintain a small lineup or a short list that I build,” Nader jested. “Some are removed. Some are advanced.”

Regarding whispers that she was once considered to headline ABC’s The Bachelorette, Nader stated it’s untrue. Instead, she’s eager to watch Mortensen’s ex, Taylor Frankie Paul, embark on her quest for a lifelong partner.

“She’s going to excel, and I am very excited to tune into her season,” she commented. “I have a demanding filming schedule. I couldn’t, nor would I be able to [participate in The Bachelorette]. Also, I believe that’s one of those programs I prefer to watch.”