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The two announced their split in separate statements.
Each half of the former couple posted a story on Friday, June 17 that announced their split.
When we both started this journey, we were looking for our Soulmates.
Our best friends, he wrote, in part.
The two each highlighted how real the relationship was.
Despite the end of their relationship, the two seem to be closing this chapter amicably.
They shared that theyll continue to support one another, with Youngs statement addressing Olukoya directly.
I will never stop wanting to see you succeed, she wrote.
Of course, as they mentioned, breakups arent easy.
Similarly, Olukoya asked for privacy so that we can mend our hearts.
Prior to their breakup statements, there hadnt been obvious signs that the end was coming.
On June 4, Olukoya celebrated his now-ex-fiancees birthday with a sweet Instagram post.
Happy birthday to this special woman right here!he wrote.
I admire how strong and caring you are.
You have a heart of gold and I appreciate you for so much, Michelle.
Cant wait to see what this year brings you.
He even added, I love you toots.
I hear hugging increases serotonin levels…or at least keeps you warm,she captionedthe photo.
Her then-husband-to-be commented multiple times, including with the people hugging and face throwing a kiss emojis.
A number of fans on Twitter were truly shocked by the split.
Nayte and Michelle hey say it aint so,one wrote.
Anotherfan added, Im sincerely hurt, what they had seem[ed] so special.
The reaction is understandable, considering the public watched Olukoya gofrom YoungsBachelorettefront-runner to her loving fianceof several months.
