Justin Guarini has found a new idol in his life. Indeed, the former "American Idol" contestant quietly divorced his wife, Reina Guarini, almost two years ago, but since then, he's been in a relationship with Kim Walsh Phillips, his manager and business partner.
"Yes, we are incredibly fortunate to have a relationship that began with the business we built together—working with entrepreneurs to grow their businesses," Kim told E! News in a statement. "And it has since blossomed into a romantic partnership filled with love."
Justin, who rose to fame during season one of "American Idol," first started working with Kim as a keynote speaker around 2022, according to her Instagram. The "From Justin to Kelly" star was often featured on her social media page as they attended speaking engagements and business events together.
In June 2024, Justin filed for divorce from Reina, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. The pair had been married since 2009 and shared two sons together: William, 14, and Asher, 13. The singer was also the stepdad to Reina's daughter, Lola, 21. However, their divorce wasn't finalized until a year and a half later in December 2025, according to TMZ.
That same year, Kim became Justin's manager, per her Instagram, and their professional relationship turned romantic. Since then, Justin hasn't been shy about gushing about his partner on social media. In fact, the 47-year-old recently raved about all the ways Kim—who also works as a business coach—changed his life for the better.
"Every day, I get to be a part of and witness the life of one of the most extraordinary humans I've ever known," he wrote in a January Instagram post for Kim's birthday. "@thekimwalshphillips, your heart, your mind, your generosity, and your brilliance… it honestly blows me away."
"You are one of the smartest people I know, but what matters even more is how deeply you care," the Broadway performer continued. "How much you give. How much you lift others up. How much love you bring into every room and every life you touch…especially mine."
Concluding his sweet post, Justin wrote: "You've brought so much joy, purpose, laughter, and love into my world. I'm a better man, father, creator, and human because of you—and I don't take that for granted for a second."
"Happy Birthday, honey…thank you for being my partner in business, in life, in vision, and in love," he added. "I'm endlessly grateful for you."
