Rachael Kirkconnell’s Sister Gives Insight into Timeline of Her Split with Former Bachelor Matt James

Rachael Kirkconnell’s sister has offered some insight into her recent breakup with Matt James, shedding light on the timeline of their split.

Matt James, 33, publicly announced their breakup on Thursday, January 16, through a heartfelt Instagram post.

“Father God, give Rachael and me strength to heal our broken hearts,” Matt wrote. He continued, “Please grant us peace with this decision and surround our loved ones with comfort and love. Remind us that our joy comes from You, Lord. 💔”

His post included a photo from their time together on The Bachelor, reflecting on their relationship.

Soon after the announcement, TikTok user and Bachelor fan Gabby White raised questions about the timing of the breakup, pointing out that Matt had shared affectionate videos from a recent London trip with Rachael just a day earlier.

Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James at a fashion event in Miami, 2023.

Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James attending a fashion show in Miami, March 2023.

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Gabby speculated that the London footage could have been sponsored content, explaining the timing. However, Rachael’s younger sister, Trinity Kirkconnell, clarified in Gabby’s comment section that, “Yes, they were still together when he posted all of that… just to give you some perspective on the timeline.”

Although Rachael has remained silent publicly about the breakup, she has subtly acknowledged supportive comments on her recent Instagram post from December 5, liking messages like “I’m so sorry” and ones suggesting she was “blindsided” by the split.

The couple first met in 2021 during season 25 of The Bachelor and had been together for several years.

In early 2024, Matt expressed his excitement about their future together, saying, “We wouldn’t be together if marriage wasn’t our shared goal. I’m truly looking forward to what the future holds for us.”

He also hinted that any future proposal would be meaningful, adding, “When it’s time to propose, it’ll be something truly special because Rachael is very special to me.”