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Kristen Taekman Speaks Out Following Ashley Madison Leak

"Thank you all so much for your kind words and support," the #RHONY beauty writes on Twitter.

By Jordan Upmalis Aug 25, 2015, 4:24 PM ET

Kristen Taekman has broken her silence after reports surfaced revealing her husband Josh Taekman's name was among the millions leaked in the hack of infidelity-focused dating site Ashley Madison. The Real Housewives of New York beauty kept things short, thanking her fans on social media.

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Thank you all so much for your kind words and support.
— Kristen Taekman (@KristenTaekman) August 25, 2015

Her supporters were quick to reply with words of encouragement.

@KristenTaekman You are a strong, lovely woman. Love yourself enough to get the truth & you decide what's best for you:) hang in there ð
— julia isrel (@yayajewel) August 25, 2015

@KristenTaekman Your life your business, NO judgements here, just love positive vibes to u & your family. Don't listen 2Anyone but YOU. XO
— CATHILTON (@CATHILTON1) August 25, 2015

@KristenTaekman Hold your head high! You are gorgeous, intelligent & strong. You will overcome this!
— Clover Kitty (@CloverKittyKat) August 25, 2015

Josh issued a public statement on Tuesday (August 25), apologizing for his actions. “I signed up for the site foolishly and ignorantly with a group of friends and I deeply apologize for any embarrassment or pain I have brought forward to my life and my family,” he told Us Weekly. “We both look forward to moving past this and getting on with our lives.”

UPDATE: Kristen also posted this photo to her Instagram account.