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Married at First Sight’s Jose San Miguel Jr. and Rachel Gordillo are parting ways, PEOPLE can exclusively reveal.
“After much thought, we have decided that we are better off going our separate ways,” they said in a joint statement to PEOPLE. “It’s a decision we do not make lightly, but after some back and fourth and trying to make this marriage work we know this decision best serves our future.”
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Jose documented he and Rachel’s journey on the show on his Instagram page over the past several months.
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In one September post, he shared a picture of him and his now-ex sitting down with Pastor Cal.
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“As last week came to a close, Pastor Cal had some sound advice for two strangers just trying to make a marriage work,” he wrote in thecaption. “It’s not easy, requires compromise and hard work. Consistent communication and the ability to be flexible. Science & Art.”
According to her official bio, Houston native Rachel was previously insecure about dating from her parents' divorce, though her previous relationship helped change that.
“In adulthood, she was insecure when it came to dating but this all changed with her last relationship,” the bio read. “Though the relationship ended, it restored her hopes of being in a loving marriage with the right man.”
Jose, meanwhile, grew up in a middle-class family in Pearland, Texas. “It was a struggle but his parents always made sure he was taken care of. Dating has been frustrating as Jose seems to consistently meet women not seeking anything long-term so he’s ready to be married and possibly have kids one day,” his bio said.
source: people.com
