Seacrest and Paige started dating in May 2o21, and while they mostly kept their romance out of the public eye, they occasionally showed love to each other on social media.
The former couple’s decision to break up is reportedly “mutual,” with a source noting that the pair intend to be in each other’s lives as friends.
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Ryan Seacrest And Aubrey Paige Have Called It Quits On Their Romance After 3 Years Together
According to People magazine, Seacrest’s rep confirmed that the couple had broken up. A source, however, told the news outlet that they plan to continue supporting each other’s endeavors.
“After three beautiful years together, Ryan and Aubrey have mutually decided to part ways,” the source said. “They plan to stay in each other’s lives as good friends and support one another’s endeavors.”
Seacrest, 49, and Paige, 26, went public with their romance in May 2021 after they were spotted together celebrating Memorial Day in the Hamptons.
The former kept their relationship relatively quiet despite making a number of joint appearances on different occasions over the years, such as the LACMA 2022 Collectors Committee Gala and the June 2022 premiere of Jennifer Lopez’s documentary, “Halftime.”
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The TV Host Was Allegedly Under ‘Pressure’ To Marry
Although the pair ended things amicably, sources revealed to Radar Online that Seacrest felt “pressure” to propose to Paige and start a family.
The news outlet previously reported that Seacrest’s friends had warned him that he might lose Paige, who was allegedly eager to get married, if he didn’t pop the question.
“A lot of people rolled their eyes when Ryan first started dating Aubrey because of the age difference, but his friends have come to admire her,” a source said last year, 2023.
They added, “Aubrey’s really been there for Ryan. She’s helped him get back on track after his health scare from a couple years back. Ryan’s going to lose another one if he doesn’t step up to the plate.”
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Aubrey Paige Was Allegedly Ready To Start A Family With Ryan Seacrest
Insiders also speculated that Seacrest’s decision to exit “Live” was an indicator of his intention to start a family with Paige.
A source told the news outlet that the model was “clear from day one that she’s not just interested in getting married. She wants a guarantee the deal will include having children.”
They further claimed that “She wants kids, and she wants them with Ryan,” however, the 49-year-old allegedly did not possess the same desire for children and marriage.
“He’s always on the run, and can’t even imagine how he’d handle all his projects if he was kept awake by the cries of a newborn,” the source further noted, per Radar.
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Ryan Seacrest And Aubrey Paige Showed Each Other Love On Social Media
Despite opting for a private relationship away from the spotlight, Seacrest and Paige occasionally flaunted their romance on social media.
The model shared cute photos of her and Seacrest on New Year’s Eve, 2021. The pair looked happy in the images, as they both had broad smiles on their faces. Paige also planted a kiss on Seacrest’s cheek in one of the photos.
She captioned the image, “Safe to say the best part of 2021 was meeting the most incredible man.
Wishing everyone love, happiness, safety & health in 2022.”
Paige was by Seacrest’s side when he bowed out of being the co-host of “Live” with Kelly Ripa. She also shared a loving post afterward, calling Seacrest the most “inspiring” man she has ever met.
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“Ryan, never have I ever met a more inspiring man… You make it look so easy, but the truth is there is just nobody quite like you,” Paige wrote at the time. “I am so beyond proud of you. Not just for your work ethic, but for your caring heart and the genuine love that you give to others.”
Just this month, Seacrest took to his Instagram page to congratulate Paige on her wine game. He wrote, “Congratulations @aubreypaige_ for bringing this great idea to life, so proud of you @sippinonsomethin.”
Fans React To The News Of The Couple’s Separation
Fans of the duo’s romance have since shared their thoughts on the breakup, with some claiming that Seacrest “will never commit to marriage.”
One person wrote on Paige’s Instagram post, “Sorry to hear about you & Ryan! You made a cute couple!”
Another commented, “Oh man..relationships..You are beautiful..Hold Your head high.”
A third person noted, “You are gorgeous! Ryan’s ex found her Romeo, you will too. Hang in there, it’s coming.”
“You are a classy girl. No one hates you! The memory will last forever and I am sure that you have a bright future ahead of you!!” another fan of the model remarked.