Matt James Spotted in NYC After Shocking Split from Rachael Kirkconnell!

Matt James is stealing a minute with the winter air.

Despite the aftermath of his split with Rachael Kirkconnell, the former ‘Bachelor’ contestant ventured out into the chilly weather for a shopping trip in New York City on January 28th.

During the excursion, the 33-year-old stayed cozy in a black padded jacket with a hood and gray gloves. He also wore a matching backpack slung over his shoulders. To finish off his look, he donned dark athletic pants, sneakers to match, and a black baseball cap.

On the exact day when Alex Cooper’s interview with Rachael on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast became available, her retail therapy session took place. During this interview, the 28-year-old claimed that her ex-partner announced their breakup on social media only hours after initiating it, and at the same time, she was boarding a long flight back home from Japan.

She exclaimed her disbelief during that episode, saying something like, ‘I couldn’t have imagined it more, heading to the airport.’ She was taken aback, thinking, ‘What on earth is going on?’ As we were about to depart, my phone started blowing up. I was in a panic. Just hours ago, I had been broken up with, and now, this news spreads globally.

In another part of the conversation, the reality TV personality additionally disclosed information about her and Matt’s initial separation in 2021, a split triggered by her racially insensitive photo scandal. Rachael claimed she didn’t socialize with others during that time, yet she discovered later on that Matt was casually dating someone else—prompting her to address the issue directly with him.

She went on to say, “I was extremely disappointed because I strongly suspected it had been hidden from me.” However, she also pointed out that, strictly speaking, he hadn’t lied since she didn’t explicitly ask. Yet, she added, perhaps there was a small deception involved in the situation.

After spending six hours pouring my heart out to Matt, I found myself drawn back in, expressing, “I took him back because my love for him is too strong.

Matt hasn’t made any public statements regarding the interview, nor has he published anything on his social media platforms since announcing their separation with Rachael.

Dear God, Father, grant Rachel and me the fortitude to heal our hurt hearts. Provide us with a tranquility about this choice to part ways, a serenity beyond human comprehension. Bestow compassion and love upon our loved ones to console us. And help us remember, Lord, that our happiness originates from you.

Continue scrolling for a comprehensive examination of the major revelations from Rachael’s Call Her Daddy talkshow appearance.

Previously, Rachel Kirkconnell and Matt James had talked about getting engaged and starting a family together at some point down the line, before they unexpectedly parted ways after four years of dating. This was revealed in an interview she conducted with Call Her Daddy on January 28th.

She mentioned their conversation about engagement rings. He had suggested months ago that she start saving and selecting potential rings, which she perceived as a significant step indicating his commitment to the relationship. This moment, for her, was a clear indication of his readiness for this next step. Over time, it seemed less daunting for him to discuss the topic, a development she viewed positively as a sign of their growing bond.

While in Tokyo, it emerged that the couple had several minor disputes, with Rachel expressing feelings of being overwhelmed when deciding on restaurants for them to dine at and locations for Matt to record his content. These petty disagreements escalated, eventually growing into larger problems they were facing as a couple.

In simpler terms, the 28-year-old stated, “We suddenly found ourselves arguing on the spot, so much so that we skipped lunch and returned to our hotel without eating. Our conversation escalated into a larger discussion. We were a bit frustrated with each other at that moment. However, it seemed like being back in the same place brought out our irritation towards one another. He felt I was wrong, while I felt he was wrong. Essentially, he expressed feelings he had been harboring for some time.

Rachael mentioned that Matt expressed concerns about certain characteristics of hers that he feels might be problematic if she were his wife.

Reflecting on the situation, I acknowledged there were aspects that simply didn’t align with us. It seemed he had this sudden understanding that by now, in our relationship, I should be yearning for him to propose. However, I confessed that I hadn’t reached that point yet, and honestly, I couldn’t envision myself proposing to him or being married to him.

He mentioned that he might eventually arrive at that point, but right now, he doesn’t feel prepared. In response, I shared my thoughts, saying ‘I think, after four years, you should have a good sense of readiness or be feeling ready. If not, that’s concerning. Given how well you know me, if you still haven’t reached that point after four years, it might be best for us to reconsider our relationship.’

According to the Bachelor Nation star, it was while she was on a flight leaving Tokyo that she found out about their breakup, which Matt had announced on his Instagram post. Unfortunately, she didn’t have internet access for another 12 hours after that.

She remarked, “I’m about to board a plane when my phone starts ringing off the hook. It’s one of my closest friends, ‘Rach,’ with a series of question marks. As soon as I see that, I think, ‘Wow, how did she find out.’ Then she sends another message saying, ‘I saw Matt’s post. Is this for real?’ This is how I discovered he had posted something. Just as the plane is taking off, I see his post and that’s it. For the next twelve hours, I won’t have any cell service or connection.

As I’m sitting here, I find myself utterly stunned and overwhelmed – just a few hours ago, my relationship ended, and it seems the entire world is privy to this personal event. It’s hard to grasp, and in this moment, I can barely comprehend what has transpired.

Rachael observed that Matt’s social media post had given her a better understanding of the situation – it was like he had sealed their relationship’s fate for good.

She added, “I’ve talked to him since then, and I can confirm that he agrees it was a mistake.

To put it plainly, when a man expresses doubts about our compatibility, such as ‘I don’t see us getting married,’ or suggests we might not be each other’s person, I believe it’s time to move on. His recent actions and words have made me feel disrespected, and while I can find it in my heart to forgive him, I’m uncertain if I can continue a relationship with someone who has treated me this way.

She stated, “Sometimes you need to take a firm stance, even when you’d rather not. A part of me yearns for us to reunite and act like nothing has changed, but that’s not feasible. I believe, despite the difficulty, making the choice to stand up for myself and be independent is the correct one.

2025-01-31 01:48

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