Bachelor in Paradise star Kylee Russell is addressing her split with Aven Jones, revealing “multiple infidelities.” During “The Viall Files” podcast on January 23, Kylee, 26, shared her perspective, expressing shock at the idea of him cheating, saying, “I truly felt as though he loved me.”
Kylee Russell and Aven Jones, both from Bachelor in Paradise season 9, began their connection with “Instagram games” before meeting in person. They met during the filming of the season in June 2023, and when it premiered in September, Kylee mentioned their interactions involved sharing a “like” or sending a fire emoji on Instagram.
Following a tumultuous season where Kylee Russell desired engagement and Aven Jones resisted, the couple left Bachelor in Paradise as a couple. Despite the revelation in the finale that they were still together, she later announced their split, attributing it to Aven’s infidelity. He acknowledged his “major mistakes in the relationship” in a statement at the time of their breakup.
Reflecting on their relationship during the broadcast of Bachelor in Paradise season 9, Kylee Russell observed a perceived “disconnect” between herself and Aven Jones on TV. Initially, she acknowledged feeling significantly more invested in the relationship than Aven.
During the Tuesday podcast episode, Kylee Russell shared insights into her relationship with Aven Jones during Bachelor in Paradise season 9. She mentioned an initial impression of Aven being more focused on spending time with friends, resembling a vacation dynamic. However, she noted that as their relationship progressed over weeks, she could sense his commitment and focus on her.
Following Kylee Russell’s discovery of Aven Jones’s infidelity, he admitted in a text message that he didn’t take their relationship seriously in the beginning.
In the message shared by Kylee, Aven expressed regret, acknowledging his lack of effort and underestimation of their potential for a strong connection. He emphasized his deepening love as their relationship progressed.
Bachelor in Paradise star Kylee Russell faced challenges in her relationship with Aven Jones during season 9, leading to a tumultuous finale. Kylee desired an engagement, but Aven, hesitant about commitment, refused.
According to her, conflicting conversations and false hope about engagement added confusion and emotional turmoil.
Kylee Russell clarified that her desire for an engagement wasn’t for TV but sought a commitment from Aven to navigate challenges together. She aimed for a commitment to strengthen their relationship amid difficulties.
After the filming of Bachelor in Paradise, Kylee Russell spent the Fourth of July in San Diego with Aven. Unfortunately, a couple of weeks later, he cheated on her during a night out with other members of Bachelor Nation.
After Kylee Russell and Aven Jones went public with their relationship in December 2023, Kylee decided to check the “hidden request” folder of her Instagram DMs. There, she found a message that started with “Hey girl.”
Upon engaging with the message, a social media user claimed that her friend had hooked up with Aven in July 2023 during a trip to Santa Monica while he was still with Kylee. The user sent a picture of her friend in bed with Aven (who was fully clothed), which Kylee verified based on what Aven had been wearing during his night out.
Kylee reveals Aven is actively working on self-improvement. Despite the uncertainty, she remains committed to her move to San Diego. Their relationship hangs in the balance as Aven takes the necessary steps.
