BREAKING NEWS
OK LogoPHOTOS

Lauren Alaina & Her Fiancé Alex Hopkins End Their Engagement

Lauren Alaina Alex Hopkins
Source: MEGA

Jan. 22 2019, Published 5:21 p.m. ET

Link to FacebookShare to XShare to Email

Country singer Lauren Alaina is officially flying solo. The American Idol runner-up and her fiancé Alex Hopkins have announced the end of their longtime relationship via Instagram.

Article continues below advertisement
51e9bb9b584
Source: INSTARImages

The former couple began their shocking statement by first thanking their fans. “You have been so supportive of us through all of our ups and downs, including personal struggles with health and family, and we couldn’t be more grateful,” the statement said. “You share your lives with us, and we always want to be open with you in return.”

D65cc8432ca
Source: INSTARImages

The couple explained that throughout their six year long relationship, they have grown apart. “While we still have love for each other, we’ve grown into very different people,” they said.

Article continues below advertisement
Khphotos711245
Source: MEGA

“We are now in a place where we are each looking forward to starting our own fresh, new chapters of our lives,” they continued. “We both love and respect each other and hope you all will do the same. This has not been an easy decision, but we both feel it is the right decision. Thank you always for your love and support.”

MORE ON:
Lauren Alaina
Article continues below advertisement
2017 ACM Awards – Arrivals
Source: INSTARImages

The 24-year-old “Road Less Traveled” singer told her followers that she didn’t “regret a single second with Alex,” before adding “I wish him the very best. Please do the same.”

Article continues below advertisement
4eadbc25712
Source: INSTARImages

On his Instagram, Alex revealed the pair had worked hard to save their relationship. “As badly as we wanted to make it work, and as hard as we fought to stay together, she and I just weren’t a part of each other’s perfect plan for our individual lives,” he typed in the caption. “And that’s ok.”

Upiphotostwo519596
Source: INSTARImages

What do you think about Lauren and Alex’s split? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Advertisement

Want OK! each day? Sign up here!

Opt-out of personalized ads

© Copyright 2024 OK!. A DIVISION OF EMPIRE MEDIA GROUP HOLDINGS LLC. OK! is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Offers may be subject to change without notice.