Julia Lemigova Denies Cheating on Martina — “It Happened Before We Met”

Julia Lemigova has publicly denied allegations of infidelity during her marriage to tennis legend Martina Navratilova. The Real Housewives of Miami star addressed the controversy stemming from the Season 7 reunion, where castmate Adriana de Moura accused her of having an affair with a Haitian mortician. Lemigova clarified that while she did have a relationship with the man in question, it occurred years before she met Navratilova.

The reality star confronted the rumors during a comedy show appearance on October 22, hosted by fellow RHOM cast members Alexia Nepola and Marysol Patton. Her emphatic denial has helped clarify the timeline and context of the relationship, which she says has been twisted for dramatic effect.

Julia Lemigova denied cheating allegations on October 22, 2025, during a comedy show in Miami, following accusations made by Adriana de Moura on the Real Housewives of Miami reunion. Lemigova confirmed a past relationship with a Haitian mortician, but emphasized it occurred before she met Martina Navratilova. The denial was made in front of a live audience and later reported by multiple outlets, including Page Six and BravoTV.

Timeline and Clarification

During the reunion episode, de Moura alleged that Lemigova had an affair while married to Navratilova. The claim shocked viewers and cast members alike. Lemigova responded days later at the comedy event, asking the audience,

“Do you want to know if it happened while I was married to Martina?” She answered herself: “F—k no. No, no, no, and no.”

Lemigova explained that the relationship with the Haitian mortician occurred while she was living in Paris, long before her marriage. She also denied a specific detail from the reunion — that she gifted the man a coffee machine — calling it fabricated.

Quotes and Reactions

In an interview with PEOPLE, Lemigova said:

“Adriana took a kernel of truth and wrapped it in a bunch of lies.”

She added that the reunion drama was “hurtful” but ultimately “not reflective of the truth.” Regarding her marriage, Lemigova stated:

“Martina and I have had our ups and downs, but our bond is stronger than ever.”

Navratilova has not publicly commented on the reunion episode but was reportedly supportive of Lemigova’s decision to address the rumors directly.

Marriage and Public Perception

The cheating allegations briefly cast a shadow over Lemigova and Navratilova’s relationship, which has been widely admired for its resilience. Lemigova’s public denial and clarification have helped restore confidence among fans and viewers.

She also revealed that the couple had previously explored an open relationship during a difficult period, a decision they both later reconsidered.

“It was a wake-up call,” Lemigova said. “We realized we needed to recommit and communicate better.”

The couple, married since 2014, now describe their relationship as being in a “really great place.”

What’s Next: RHOM Fallout and Personal Updates

Lemigova is expected to continue filming for the next season of Real Housewives of Miami, though tensions with de Moura remain unresolved. Bravo has not confirmed whether the fallout will be addressed in future episodes.

Meanwhile, Lemigova and Navratilova are planning a joint appearance at an upcoming LGBTQ+ health summit in New York, where they will speak about resilience and partnership.