Bryan Abasolo, in a candid revelation, has shared the emotional toll of navigating family planning amidst his divorce from Rachel Lindsay, shedding light on their challenges in expanding their family.
Speaking in a heartfelt YouTube video posted on Saturday, July 20, Abasolo, 44, disclosed the profound impact of their fertility struggles, expressing deep regret over their inability to conceive. "I wanted kids like anybody else, but other things were made a priority, which put a lot of pressure on both of us," he confessed to his divorce coach, Rene Garcia.
The former reality TV star reflected on the disparity between their desires and the realities of their situation, particularly emphasizing Lindsay's emotional turmoil. "It was 'tough' and 'hard' to watch Lindsay, 39, struggle with fertility issues," Abasolo revealed, adding, "Just watching her sadness, it broke my heart. It was like I was failing expectations on all fronts."
Abasolo and Lindsay first met during season 13 of "The Bachelorette" in 2017, where he proposed to her during the show's finale. Their subsequent marriage in August 2019 was publicly celebrated, with the couple expressing hopes of starting a family "sooner rather than later" in an exclusive interview with Us Weekly.
Despite their initial optimism, the couple faced setbacks in their family planning journey. Abasolo elaborated on the evolving dynamics of their relationship over the years, including their mutual growth and the challenges they encountered along the way.
"We have a new house, we have our dogs, kids are in our future as well," Abasolo shared in a 2022 interview with Us Weekly, highlighting their shared aspirations despite the absence of children.
The couple's efforts intensified in subsequent years, with Lindsay candidly discussing their ongoing struggles on podcasts and social media. "We’re working on having a kid," Lindsay disclosed on "The Viall Files" podcast in December 2023, acknowledging the unforeseen difficulties they faced.
In January 2024, Abasolo filed for divorce after four years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. The legal proceedings have since been underscored by financial matters, including Abasolo's request for spousal support.
Reflecting on their separation, Abasolo hinted at growing apart in recent months, noting, "We didn’t spend enough time with each other. I mean, in my estimation, we saw what the other person was doing in the relationship, mainly on Instagram, although we lived in the same house."
A recent court ruling required Lindsay to pay temporary spousal support and attorney fees amidst ongoing divorce negotiations. The absence of a prenuptial agreement has added complexity to their separation, which continues to unfold publicly.
As Abasolo navigates the aftermath of his divorce from Lindsay, his candid reflections offer a poignant insight into the challenges faced by many couples striving to balance personal aspirations with relationship dynamics.
