Brody Jenner and Kaitlynn Carter are still BFFs, even after she was spotted kissing Miley Cyrus in Italy — less than a week after she split with Brody.

The Hills: New Beginnings star released a statement defending his ex:

“There is far too much negativity being directed at someone who I love and care about very much,” he wrote. “I feel the need to set the story straight. Kaitlynn and I have been best friends for 6 years, and we continue to be. We, like many others before us and many after us, grew in different directions over those same 6 years.”

“Kaitlynn is a wonderful person, beautiful and fun to be with, always a positive force in my life. We decided the best move for both of us was to keep our love for each other strong but move forward separately with our lives. I respect Kailtynn and care deeply about her. She deserves to be able to move forward in her life with respect and happiness.”

Kaitlynn simply responded with a heart emoji. Well at least there’s no bad blood!