Overview
- Makensy Manbeck announced the split on October 17 via Instagram Story, stressing there was no cheating and asking followers for kindness as she heals.
- Matt Hardeman addressed the breakup on October 18 with a multi-part Instagram Story citing a year of hurt and unspecified events and urging fans not to bash or take sides.
- In his post, Hardeman said he made the decision to end the relationship and referenced leaning on his faith, according to his statement shared on Instagram.
- Fans and outlets first flagged trouble when the pair unfollowed each other on Instagram earlier in the week, quickly accelerating breakup rumors.
- The two met on Big Brother season 26, went public in December 2024, and after confirming the split, Manbeck shared new Instagram posts from a work trip to the United States Grand Prix.