Media personality Rachel Lindsay, best known as the lead on The Bachelorette Season 13, has been making headlines recently, prompting curiosity about her personal life. One of the most searched topics is Rachel Lindsay’s ex-husband. Their love story captivated fans, but what is the current status of their relationship?
So, let’s explore who Rachel Lindsay’s ex-husband is and the former couple’s relationship history.
Who Was Rachel Lindsay Married To?
Rachel Lindsay was previously married to Bryan Abasolo.
Abasolo is a 44-year-old chiropractor from Miami, Florida. Lindsay and her ex-husband first met in 2017 on The Bachelorette Season 13, where he was one of the contenders. The pair enjoyed a whirlwind romance that began in front of millions of viewers. Eventually, Abasolo swept Lindsay off her feet with his confident personality and heartfelt proposal.
Not only did Lindsay give the season’s first kiss to Abasolo, but she also chose him as her final rose recipient. Moreover, the couple got engaged in the Season 13 finale. Despite initial skepticism from fans about their compatibility, they appeared supportive of each other even after the show ended.
Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo’s Relationship History
After two years of dating, Lindsay and Abasolo tied the knot in Mexico in August 2019. However, their relationship briefly faced challenges the following year as the reality TV star pursued her career in Los Angeles while her husband remained in Miami. Yet, the couple overcame all challenges and even celebrated their third anniversary in 2023.
Albeit, fans were shocked when Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo announced in January 2024 that he had filed for divorce. As per People, the Bachelorette star claimed in court documents that he notified her of the same through a text message. This led to several controversies surrounding the couple’s separation, including tense legal disputes involving spousal support.
Additionally, court documents stated that the lack of time spent together as well as differences over finances had deeply affected the marriage. (via US Weekly) During her recent appearance on The View, Rachel Lindsay revealed that she and Abasolo are currently amid their divorce proceedings. The Bachelorette alumna also shared that she felt public pressure on her relationship with her ex-husband.
Rachel Lindsay further stated that she even had doubts before tying the knot with Bryan Abasolo. “It’s even hard to admit it publicly now. I would say that probably I saw signs before the marriage, but as women, we’re fixers and we think that we can figure it out. They’re a challenge to us! But eventually, I saw it more. I would say within two years, and we were married for four and a half,” she said.
