Michael Allius ring in the new year by introducing your girlfriend, Jade Marie Chapman.
“We met in 2021 and immediately became friends,” 40-year-old Allio began the story Instagram signature on Thursday, January 2. “For years we remained just that, always there at all hours, sharing a laugh when life got tough and offering support when it was needed most. First there is something special. It sounds obvious, but I had never truly experienced it until I met him.
The former reality TV star said he “felt unconditional love and was able to give it back” “for the first time in forever.”
“From the moment I wake up, she is in my thoughts, lifts my hopes and fills my heart,” Allio wrote. “She is the light that shines through the cracks, seamlessly fitting into our lives and adding to our family in ways I never imagined.”
Allio noted that Chapman has developed “such a strong bond” with his 8-year-old son James, which he called “one of the greatest joys.” (Allio welcomed a son, James, with his late wife Laurawho died in 2019 after a battle with breast cancer.)
“Watching their relationship grow has brought me immense happiness — it feels like she was meant to be here with us all along,” Allio wrote. “Here's to love, friendship and a beautiful journey with my best friend by my side. ❤️ Happy New Year my friends.
Along with the heartfelt message, Allio shared several clips and photos from her relationship with Chapman. The Instagram video began with the words “2024. January of the year”. In one clip, the couple slow-danced, and in a separate video, they shared a loving embrace while sitting in the sand on the beach.
The post comes days after Allio teased her romance with Chapman. In an Instagram video shared on December 25, Allio was decorating a Christmas tree with James as a mystery woman, now identified as Chapman, entered the frame.
“This year we got everything we wanted,” he captioned the upload. “Hope you did too. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays friends. Here's to the best year yet.”
Bachelor Nation met Allio when he was competing for affection Cathy Thurston in the 17th season Bachelor. After being eliminated, Allio tried to find love again on the beaches of Mexico Bachelor in Paradise.
In Season 8 of the spinoff show, which aired in 2022, Allio found a bond with Danielle Maltby. While 39-year-old Maltby didn't leave the beach with a ring on her finger, she and Allio continued their affair. outside the show. A year later, the couple announced their divorce.
“Guess I'll just come out with it. We're not together anymore,” Allio said on the September 2023 episode Jason Tartick“Trade Secrets” podcast. “It's not what we planned. We both threw a lot into this relationship and it's really awful when it doesn't work out.”
He continued, “You're grieving not only the loss of that person and friend in your life, but the future you had envisioned. And it's not her fault.”
Maltby addressed the division using social media days later. “This divorce was not a mutual decision, which created a certain perception of incompatibility,” she shared. “However, I hope for the best for Michael and will always have (his son) James in my heart as we move forward separately.”
She continued: “I know so many people support Michael and me and I really appreciate your support. I don't regret my love for a second.
Maltby has since moved on with her mystery man. On Wednesday, January 1, a post shared with InstagramMaltby wrote: “things I bring into the new year 🌙 🫶🏼🔮and honor every path here. Happy New Year to you all 😘.”
Maltby shared a video and a video of pictures, one of which featured a black and white image of her seemingly kissing another man. She captioned the video, “New relationship.”