Catherine and Austin McBroom, the couple behind the YouTube vlog series "The ACE Family," announced they are going their separate ways after being married for six years.
The two claimed in their statements that they "mutually agreed" to the breakup and will work together to raise their three young children, Elle, Alaia, and Steel.
With over 18 million subscribers since their YouTube debut in 2016, the McBrooms are best known for their viral family vlogs, challenges, and pranks. They have also been entangled in many legal disputes in recent years.
Catherine McBroom wrote in her Instagram statement that their "paths as a couple have shifted and has created challenges that are irreconcilable."
“As heartbreaking as this is, I also feel liberated,” she wrote. “I have spent the past few years prioritizing my children and honoring my commitment to my family; all the while I seemed to be losing myself and my own personal happiness.”
Austin McBroom uploaded a photo of himself and Catherine on Instagram, calling the divorce the "hardest decision of my life."
“We created one of the greatest stories, almost a decade together, so many memories, so many accomplishments, but every book comes to an end,” he wrote. “And now we will be writing a new book as separate authors.”
"Thank you to everyone who has supported us through our journey and who will continue to support us moving forward. We’re going to need even more of your love and strength during this time. 🙏🏽🤍" he concluded.
Fans have, however, speculated that the divorce is because he is a serial cheater and that Catherine could not take it anymore, claims which Austin has vehemently denied.
