Survivor star Sophie Cachia has announced that she and her fiance Maddie Garrick have split just eight months after getting engaged.
Sophie shared the news in an emotional Instagram story.
“It is with sadness and a great deal of pain that I have unfortunately made the decision to end my relationship,” she wrote.
The statement continued, “When I proposed, I did it with the guarantee of loyalty, trust, honesty & respect from my end. Despite the great deal of love I still hold, I have made this decision to lead by example for what I know I deserve in life for myself, and for my children – because we are all worthy.
“While I am hurting, life must go on. I still have to show up for work with my businesses and most importantly be a mum and role model to my two children.
“This is unfortunately a position I really didn’t want to be in. Therefore, I beg you, please let me be, to protect my children, my mental health and allow us all to heal and move forward. I will not be commenting any further,” she concluded.
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The pair went public with their relationship in 2021 and got engaged in March of this year. Earlier this year, Maddie moved to Florence, Italy, for a work opportunity with Polisportiva A.Galli Basket and the two transitioned into a long distance relationship.
Just last month, Maddie shared a heartfelt tribute for Sophie’s birthday.
“You are the most caring and loving soul,’’ she wrote. “I am so proud of what you have achieved and continue to achieve, all while you are the best super mum to your kids. I miss you so much and am sad I can’t be there to celebrate the wonderful person that you are, but no matter the distance, I love you so much!”
Sophie competed on Survivor Australia Blood v Water this year and was the seventh person voted out on day 18.
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