Overview
- In an Instagram statement, the UFC light-heavyweight champion said they “decided it would be better for the both of us to go our separate ways” and wished Cortez well.
- The pair publicly debuted their relationship over New Year’s with coordinated posts, including a viral clip of Cortez asking about marriage as Pereira replied “Chama.”
- After confirming the breakup, Pereira posted reflective content, including a night run in heavy rain and a contemplative skyline photo.
- As of the latest reports, Cortez has not issued any public comment on the split.
- Social media lit up with reactions, including jokes from fans and UFC heavyweight Derrick Lewis, while some outlets and observers suggested the brief romance might have been a staged PR play.