‘Bachelor' winner from Mass. splits from fiancé nearly 3 months after finale
Massachusetts native Juliana Pasquarosa, who won this past season of 'The Bachelor,' has ended her relationship with her fiancé, Grant Ellis.
Pasquarosa, 28, shared the news on her Instagram story Friday, saying the couple made the decision to part ways 'after a lot of honest conversations and reflection.'
'We shared something meaningful, navigating a unique journey side by side, learning, growing, and showing up for each other the best way we know how,' the Newton native wrote. 'While this isn't the ending we once imagined, it's one filled with mutual respect, care and hope for what's ahead.'
Pasquarosa added that she and Ellis are 'still cheering each other on, just from different places.'
'I'm beyond thankful for all the love and support you all have given us,' she wrote. 'Please be kind.'
Ellis, 31, also confirmed that he and Pasquarosa have decided to call it quits on his Instagram story, emphasizing that the couple had a 'meaningful' and 'real' connection.
'We both gave this our best and poured a lot of love into each other, but after a lot of deep conversations, we've come to the understanding that we're simply not the right fit long term,' the New Jersey native wrote.
'There's no negativity here, no resentment [and] just two people who care about each other and want the best for one another moving forward,' Ellis added. 'I'll always be grateful for what we shared and for the growth that came with it. Thank you to everyone who supported us and believed in our journey. This chapter is closing, but we're both walking away with love and respect in our hearts.'
Pasquarosa was the last woman standing on Season 29 of 'The Bachelor' after Ellis narrowed down his pool of 25 suitors to just her.
'When you're going through the toughest times in your life, I want you to know that you don't have to go though it alone, that I'll be there for you as your man, as your friend, as your partner,' Ellis said on the series finale on March 24.
Pasquarosa said, 'yes, a million times,' after Ellis popped the question. She even posted a video of her engagement ring to her Instagram story the next day.
Pasquarosa exclusively told PEOPLE that Ellis was planning to move up to Boston to be with her. She added that the couple was planning to 'take a peek at some apartments and see what our vibe is like and where we want to be.'
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