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Model Sparks Controversy Amid Scott's Divorce Drama

1/17/2026

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Marissa Springer, a 24-year-old model from Houston, gained attention after a viral video showing her kissing Desmond Scott.
The moment occurred amid Desmond Scott's divorce from Kristy Scott, who cited alleged infidelity.
Sources say Springer did not know Scott was famous and believed he was single when they met.
She holds a bachelor's in marketing and management and is pursuing a master's in business to start a modeling agency.

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Marissa Springer, a 24-year-old model from Houston, gained attention after a viral video showing her kissing Desmond Scott.
The moment occurred amid Desmond Scott's divorce from Kristy Scott, who cited alleged infidelity.
Sources say Springer did not know Scott was famous and believed he was single when they met.
She holds a bachelor's in marketing and management and is pursuing a master's in business to start a modeling agency.