Kaitlyn Bristowe And Jason Tatrick They first started dating in 2019 and the couple got engaged in 2021. Last month, the two took to Instagram to announce that they had made the decision to part ways.
Now, Bristowe is taking to social media to talk about how close she and her dad are, and how he is her “rock.”
Kaitlyn Bristowe to her father: ‘He is a rock in my life’
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The former ‘Bachelorette’ lead has been going through a rough patch following her split from Jason Tartick, but she does have one man she can rely on: her father.
“For as long as I can remember… I can always call my dad at any time of the day or night and he will be there for me,” she began writing on Instagram. “It could be anything from him needing to pick up some tampons, to needing a ride home, to crying over a boy. He always listened and offered support.”
She went on to say, “He is a rock in my life and I cherished every second I spent with him this week. Some of my BEST friends have lost their fathers. So I want to send love to everyone who has lost their love, or is not in a relationship with them. I wish I could give you a hug.”
Fans share their own stories
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Fans immediately took to the comments section to share their own stories.
“I lost both my parents in my early twenties…. You are blessed, cherish it! ❤️,” wrote one fan while another chimed in: “I miss my dad so much 😢”.
Another wrote: “I love this. I’ve never had a positive male figure in my life — I’m so grateful he made a difference in yours 💝,” while one fan commented, “Dads are the best ❤️ you’re so lucky yours is on visitors come!!”.
Others commented things like: “That very last part gave me 🥹 a rare feeling, but it affects a child of any age at random times. Thank you for this ❤️” and “You are so blessed on MANY levels – but your relationship with your dad comes first! My father was also my rock…he died 3 years ago. 😢keep enjoying every minute together and create the best memories!”
Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick split
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Last month, the ‘Bachelor’ couple announced the devastating news on social media.
“After first sharing the news with family and close friends and taking time to properly process it ourselves, we are saddened with heavy hearts to share that we have decided to end our engagement,” it wrote couple on social media. “We are grateful to all of you who have given us the time and space to process this life-changing decision, as there are many emotions and changes to deal with.”
The pair continued to explain how they plan to remain friends and continue to care for their two dogs, Ramen and Pinot, together. “Our dogs Ramen & Pinot will continue to be cared for together like brothers,” they wrote. “Although their humans are no longer in a romantic relationship, we will love and care for them together.”
“Continuing our friendship is incredibly important to both of us. We are grateful that we can end our engagement with love and respect for each other,” they continued. “It is heartbreaking and sad to say goodbye, but our care and admiration for each other will never fade.”
Tartick and Bristowe concluded: “We are extremely grateful for the memories we have made together, and for your support of us and the boys over the years. Going forward, we will always have that level of support for each other. We don’t know what the future holds, so please try to save space for us in your hearts.”