Heidi Klum 'dating' her bodyguard

Washington, Sept 1 (ANI): Heidi Klum recently spent her Italian getaway with a new man - her bodyguard of four years, Martin Kristen.

While on a family getaway to Sardinia, the 'Project Runway' host, 39, was spotted getting close to Kristen, sparking rumors that the two are dating.

But a friend close to the super model has denied the rumours.

"It's complicated. Their relationship is hard to define," People magazine quoted the friend as saying.

For Klum, who announced she was separating from her husband of seven years singer Seal in January, "this has been a difficult time," the pal said.

"Her inner circle of people she trusts is getting smaller and smaller and he is her No. 1 confidante," the friend added.

During their Italian vacation, Klum and Kristen weren't alone. They were seen playing on the beach with Klum's children - Leni, 8, Henry, 61/2, Johan, 51/2, and Lou, 21/2. Klum's parents, Erna and Gunther, were also there.

Kristen has also been spotted around New York City with Klum as she filmed 'Project Runway' this summer. (ANI)