T here’s big drama happening in Bachelor Nation right now, and it doesn’t have anything to do with Grant Ellis’ season of The Bachelor, which premiered this week on the 2025

Rachael Kirkconnell opens up about her split from 'The Bachelor' star Matt James, saying she was blindsided when he announced their breakup on social media.

But few splits have been as blindsiding as Rachael Kirkconnell and Matt James' four-year relationship coming to an end on Thursday, January 16. And now, nearly two weeks after their breakup, Kirkconnell revealed the confession that made the former pair throw in the towel — one she never saw coming.

"Bachelor Nation" alum Rachael Kirkconnell has finally spilled the tea about how her 4-year relationship with Matt James ended.

James both stunned and confused Bachelor Nation after he cryptically revealed that he and Kirkconnell had broken up after four years of dating.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell's breakup has shocked and angered fans. Racheal recently admitted to being equally blindsided.

Matt James was spotted in public for the first time after shocking Bachelor fans with the announcement that he and Rachael Kirkconnell split after four years together. The former reality star, 33, had a grin on his face while braving the chilly weather during a New York City stroll on Tuesday,

Several Bachelor Nation stars shared messages of support for Rachael Kirkconnell via social media after her split from Matt James

Rachael Kirkconnell has broken her silence following her split from former Bachelor Matt James. Learn everything she revealed about their breakup and relationship here.