BachelorettehostJesse Palmersharedwhere the exes standjust days after it was announced they’veendedtheirengagement.
“I spoke to her yesterday [and] spoke to Erich this morning,” Palmer, 44, toldUs Weeklyon Saturday. “I know they’re still trying to kind of work through things, so just giving them the space that they need.”
The formerBachelorand currentlyBachelor in Paradisehost continued, “[They are] two amazing people and everybody saw the potential in that relationship and just wish them the best for whatever that is, whatever that means.”
PEOPLE confirmed on Friday that Windey, 31, and Schwer, 29, had called it quits. News of the breakup comes shortly after the pair’s romantic engagement aired in September’sBachelorettefinale.
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Leading up to his proposal, Schwer drew backlash — and laterissued a public apology— for yearbook photo that resurfaced showing him in blackface. He also came under fire for leaked texts, seemingly indicating he broke up with an ex to join the ABC series.
Addressing how both situationsimpacted their relationship, Windey told PEOPLE: “Ultimately it was a time for us to take a step back and reflect on our relationship and see if we can get through this.”
“You have to really lead on your communication, be really honest with each other while having these tough conversations,” she continued. “We’re seeing how we can become better from both.”
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Last week, when she was asked if the pair were still going strong, Windey said, “I thinklife is just really busyfor the both of us right now. So, I understand their concern but we’re just kinda, you know, going forward with each of our individual interests and supporting each other from afar.”
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Bachelor in Paradiseairs Mondays and Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, and Windey can be seen competing onDancing with the StarsMonday nights at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. ET live on Disney+.
source: people.com
