While the two have never officially dated, many fans are convinced that there’s something more there.

There’s also the fact thatthey once kissedon an episode ofMy Big Fat Fabulous Life.

Could something happen now that Whitney is officially single again?

Whitney Thore and Buddy Bell

“Luckily, Buddy has been with me for the last month,” she recently toldPeople.

Does Buddy Bell have feelings for Whitney Way Thore?

Could romance one day brew between them?

Whitney Thore and Buddy Bell

“When I kiss Buddy it’s always weird.

There’s always a weirdness from being friends with him.

But I think that sometimes people have a chemistry that’s just there.

For now, it looks like they’re staying friends.