The real story behind Selling Sunset's Brett Oppenheim and tattoo artist Samantha Abdul

After he was recently seen out with German tattoo artist Samantha Abdul, Selling Sunset fans have been wondering what the real estate agent is up to. They dined together at a Beverly Hills restaurant on Aug. 13 wearing matching black outfits. Samantha opted for a glam look with heels and a glitzy bag for the occasion while Brett kept things casual with a button-up shirt and trousers.

Sources close to Brett tell E! that romance speculation continues to swirl. After meeting during a vacation in Europe, the reality star and Samantha "have become close." According to the insider, the two "hit it off right away." "They share a lot in common, including travel and business," the source notes, adding that Brett and the founder of X are Tattoo "love spending time together."

Brett's night out with Samantha who has worked at tattoo studios in Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands comes more than seven months after he split from Tina Louise. Less than a year after becoming engaged to the restauranteur and model, the realtor confirmed he was single on an Instagram 

In an Instagram post, he later said, "I am grateful for you. For your love, your laugh, your smile, and for our enduring friendship." Tina is the most genuine... the loving...beautiful woman I could have ever imagined...with the most breathtaking smile. She has a special place in my heart. Tina, how are you doing? The Sugar Taco co-owner commented on Brett's post shortly after she assured fans that they were still "good friends" following their split.