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The BachelorstarMatt Jameshas announced his breakup withseason 25 winner Rachael Kirkconnell.
“Father God, give Rachael and I strength to mend our broken hearts.
Give us a peace about this decision to end our relationship that transcends worldly understanding,” James wrote.
Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell.Credit:Jamie McCarthy/Variety via Getty
“Shower our friends and family with kindness and love to comfort us.
And remind us that our Joy comes from you, Lord.”
“Thank you for your never ending love and support and smooches and snuggles.
Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James of ‘The Bachelor’.Bryan Bedder/New York Road Runners via Getty
to many more adventures, happy birthday my pumpkin.”
Entertainment Weeklyhas reached out to a representative for Kirkconnell for comment.
James and Kirkconnell later temporarily broke up amid fallout from the scandal, though they later rekindled their romance.
“It was crazy,” James toldPEOPLEat the time.
“It felt like the world was against us.
