Some famous couples have weathered the storm, while others have not been so fortunate.
The year 2024 began with several well-known Hollywood pairs ending their relationships. Fans were surprised when The Bachelorette stars Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo announced their split after four years of marriage. It was confirmed on January 2 that the chiropractor had filed for divorce from the former leading lady and was seeking spousal support.
"After being a private person on social media, I have made the decision to share that after more than 4 years of marriage, Rachel and I have decided to part ways. Despite being a chiropractor, my proudest role is being a husband. I am a family man and this decision has not been easy, as my parents have been married forever." - Abasolo shared in an Instagram statement.
"Sometimes, in order to love yourself and your partner, you have to be willing to release control," he went on. "I wanted you to hear this directly from me before the rumors and gossip articles start creating their own version of events."
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The couple met during season 13 of The Bachelorette in 2017. They got engaged during the finale and wed in Mexico in August 2019.
Splits haven’t just affected Bachelor Nation, however. Keep scrolling for all the celeb couples who called it quits in 2024:
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Celebrity Splits of 2024: Stars Who Have Called It Quits This Year
Several celebrity couples have managed to maintain their relationships, while others have not been so fortunate.
The year 2024 began with a few Hollywood couples deciding to end their relationships. Fans were surprised to hear that The Bachelorette pair Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo were getting a divorce after four years of marriage. It was confirmed on January 2nd that the chiropractor had filed for divorce from his former reality TV star wife and requested spousal support.
"Those who have been following me know that I value privacy and prefer to keep my personal life off of social media in order to protect the sanctity of our family," Abasolo shared in an Instagram post. "Most of you recognize me as a devoted chiropractor and proud husband. After over 4 years of marriage, Rachel and I have come to the difficult decision to go our separate ways and begin a new chapter."
Reflecting on the challenging decision to part ways, Abasolo identified himself as a "family man" and emphasized that his parents had been married for a lifetime.
“Sometimes, showing love to yourself and your partner means being able to release each other,” he added. “I wanted to tell you the truth before the gossip columns start creating their own version of events.”
The pair first crossed paths during the 13th season of The Bachelorette in 2017. They became engaged on the show's finale and exchanged vows in Mexico in August 2019.
Splits haven’t just affected Bachelor Nation, however. Keep scrolling for all the celeb couples who called it quits in 2024:
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Armie Hammer and Marina Gris
Gris announced the end of her engagement to the actor Armie on January 11, expressing her feelings in a heartfelt Instagram Story.
She went on to say: "Our choice to marry and our aspirations for a life together were founded on strength, support, and profound mutual concern. While the decision to go separate ways was difficult, it was done with dignity and respect, bringing a beautiful closure to our shared journey."
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Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo
Confirmed on January 2, Us reported that Abasolo filed for divorce from Lindsay after four years of marriage. Although Lindsay did not initially respond publicly to Abasolo's filing, she had previously shared her struggles. "Definitely one of the hardest years of my life, but choosing to focus on grateful moments and carrying that energy into 2024," Lindsay wrote on Instagram on December 31 to welcome the new year.
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AJ McLean and Rochelle McLean
The singer from the Backstreet Boys confirmed on January 1 that he and wife Rochelle have decided to end their marriage after a trial separation. “As you all know we have been separated for over a year now. While we have hoped for reconciliation we have decided to officially end our marriage. It is with deep love and respect that we have made this decision,” the duo wrote in a joint statement shared via Instagram. “Our focus now is moving forward in the healthiest possible way with friendship and coparenting our girls at the forefront of this next chapter. We appreciate your kindness respect and privacy at this time.”