Fiona Nanna, ForeMedia News

4 minutes read. Updated 6:00PM GMT Thurs, 18July, 2024

British rapper Stormzy and television presenter Maya Jama have publicly confirmed their decision to separate after making efforts to revive their relationship. The couple, who had previously dated and parted ways, shared a heartfelt statement via Instagram detailing their recent journey.

“We’ve been laughing whilst drafting this because we never, ever, in a million years thought we’d be the couple announcing a breakup,” they expressed candidly in their joint announcement.

Despite attempting to mend their relationship since reuniting last year, Stormzy and Maya admitted that their efforts ultimately did not succeed. “We tried, and it didn’t work, and that’s okay,” they reflected.

Detailing the timeline of their relationship, they reminisced about falling “madly in love in 2014” and later parting ways after five years. They reunited for a final attempt in August 2023, spending the past year navigating challenges in hopes of reconciliation. “However, we recently decided to call it quits,” they acknowledged.

Reflecting on their growth individually over the years, Stormzy and Maya acknowledged the complexity of their recent efforts. “We were 21 and 20 when we first met – both at the beginning of our careers – and spent five years growing together and then five years growing separately,” they explained. “So this final attempt required a whole lot of figuring out, relearning, and unlearning.”

Despite their decision to separate romantically, the pair emphasized their intention to remain friends and urged the public to respect their privacy. They requested that any encounters at public events like the Brit Awards be treated with understanding and restraint.

“We still think the absolute world of each other, we still care and respect each other, we are still grateful for the time we’ve had together, and we are still friends and will always be friends,” they affirmed in conclusion.

In closing, Stormzy and Maya expressed gratitude for the support from their fans throughout their relationship. “Love you guys and thank you for all the love you’ve showered us with, it’s been beautiful,” they shared warmly.

This announcement marks a significant moment for both Stormzy and Maya Jama as they navigate their futures separately while maintaining a mutual respect and admiration for each other.

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