In a surprising turn for fans of the couple, Audrina Patridge has confirmed a Michael Ray split, ending their two-year relationship. The 41-year-old The Hills alumna revealed that she and the 38-year-old country singer officially parted ways in July, despite having discussed the prospect of marriage as recently as two months ago.
A Look Back at the Relationship
The pair first sparked romance rumors in April 2024, following social media interactions during the Stagecoach Festival. By June of that year, Patridge began teasing the relationship on Instagram, eventually making it official in July with a heartfelt post featuring Ray’s song “Hold.” At the time, she expressed a deep commitment, writing that some things in life are worth holding onto.
The breakup comes as a shock to many, given Patridge’s recent comments to Us Weekly. She had previously noted that both she and Ray, having navigated high-profile divorces in the past, understood what they wanted in a long-term partner. Patridge was formerly married to Corey Bohan, with whom she shares a daughter, Kirra, while Ray was previously married to country artist Carly Pearce.
Moving Forward and Dating Again
Despite the end of this chapter, Patridge remains open to the idea of marriage under the right circumstances. Speaking with People, she emphasized the importance of lifestyle alignment and shared values. “I’m starting to figure that out all over again,” she shared regarding her return to the dating scene. “For me, I think the best person that you’re going to meet is probably through a mutual friend.”
I’m just getting back into it. I haven’t even thought about it yet. It’s just knowing that someone has a good heart and they’re coming from a good family, and they have good morals and values. And you have to agree with those things because if not, you have opposite lifestyles.
Patridge also identified “love bombing” as a significant red flag she intends to avoid moving forward. As she navigates her new status, she remains focused on finding a partner whose heart and morals align with her own, rather than rushing into a new commitment.