Weeks ago Jon and Kate publicly stated, “During this very difficult time we will be working to focus solely on the needs of our family. This includes no longer commenting publicly or reacting to media stories and speculation.”

Well, well well. I call bull-s**t. Jon has just recently opened up to People about his relationship with 22-year-old Hailey Glassman.

“Hailey and I have been family friends for several years and only very recently began dating,”  Jon explains. “What began as friendship has grown into something more.” He goes on:

“I genuinely enjoy spending time with her. It’s nice to be with someone who I can confide in and trust and who accepts me for who I am.”

“I know that my decision to appear publicly with Hailey this weekend will be scrutinized, but I hope that people can see I’m a regular guy who is going through a very difficult time in [my] life and wants to move forward.”

You know what would make this news more fun? Engagement rumors, and InTouch Weekly has done just that.

According to the magazine, an inside snitch says, “Jon has been telling everyone that he loves her and she loves him, so why waste time?”

He presented her with a $180,000 engagement ring designed by Edouard Nahum during their St. Tropez getaway just three days ago. The ring  features a skull surrounded by four black diamonds.

The snitch adds, “They started dating two months ago and they both just knew the other was the one instantly. They all went out to the VIP Room nightclub in St. Tropez after dinner. Hailey was flashing her ring around and they were kissing and hugging.”