Former Bachelor Nation couple, Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo, initially kept their divorce decision under wraps, but more details have emerged, painting a messy picture.
Us Weekly confirmed in January 2024 that Abasolo had filed for divorce from Lindsay, with court documents revealing a separation date of December 31, 2023, and a request for spousal support. The couple had a highly publicized relationship, with Abasolo proposing to Lindsay during The Bachelorette season 13 finale in 2017, and they tied the knot in August 2019.
Abasolo took to social media to announce their split, acknowledging the difficulty of the decision and the need for self-love and mutual respect.
Lindsay, breaking her silence days later on her “Higher Learning” podcast, thanked fans for their unwavering support during this challenging time. She shared her need to distract herself by focusing on her work, adding that she would eventually open up about the divorce but needed time to process it day by day.
Scroll down to uncover more details about the pair’s divorce and their lives post-split:
A Recap of Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo’s Marriage
Lindsay and Abasolo’s love story began on The Bachelorette in 2017, where he ultimately proposed. They married in August 2019, but less than five years later, their split made headlines.
Living Arrangements Post-Split
Court documents from May 2024 revealed an awkward living situation for the estranged couple. Abasolo described the arrangement as “strained,” mentioning that they avoided each other. He expressed his desire to move out but cited financial constraints as an obstacle. Abasolo also stated that he had put his chiropractic career on hold to support Lindsay’s career moves, which had a detrimental effect on his business.
Former Bachelorette couple Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo shocked Bachelor Nation with their divorce, but their struggles were not entirely unexpected. In January 2024, Us Weekly confirmed Abasolo’s filing for divorce after four years of marriage. Court documents revealed […]
Abasolo further alleged that Lindsay refused to provide access to their shared funds. He requested spousal support in his initial filing and, in May 2024, asked for $75,000 in legal fees, claiming a monthly income of only $1,300.
The Prenup Discussion
Lindsay, in a June 2024 podcast appearance, shared why they didn’t have a prenuptial agreement. She explained that their financial situations were more aligned when they married, and they didn’t anticipate the significant shift in her career and income. Looking back, she expressed regret for not pushing harder for a prenup.
Unraveling the Reasons for Their Split
Speculation swirled around Lindsay’s career being a factor in their split, but Abasolo refuted this in January 2024. He clarified that they had lived together for almost three years and that her career opportunities were too good to pass up. He emphasized his support for her pursuits and highlighted the challenges faced by women of color in securing such opportunities.
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Lindsay, however, offered a different perspective in June 2024 court documents, describing their marital standard of living as far from glamorous. She claimed they rarely saw each other, lived apart for significant periods, and seldom went out together.
