Survivor's Bret LaBelle & TikTok Star Chris Stanley Annouce Breakup After Over 2 Years of Dating
Bret LaBelle, a former contestant from Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X and current Boston Police Department lieutenant, and Chris Stanley, a popular TikTok influencer, have announced their breakup after over two years together. Despite a notable 27-year age gap, they formed a happy couple since late 2022, often making headlines. Both took to social media to express gratitude for the shared memories and experiences and conveyed mutual respect and well-wishes for each other's future. Bret emphasized that love sometimes means letting go, while Chris acknowledged that although good things don’t last forever, they remain special. Chris further elaborated on their separation in a YouTube video, underscoring the amicability of their parting ways.
Bret LaBelle, known for his role on Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X and his position with the Boston Police Department, and TikTok star Chris Stanley have ended their relationship after more than two years.
Their relationship, which began in late 2022, was often in the spotlight due to their 27-year age difference, with Bret being 51 and Chris 25 at the time of their breakup.
Both Bret and Chris shared heartfelt messages on social media, expressing gratitude for their time together and the growth they experienced as a couple.
Bret's message highlighted the importance of letting go out of love and expressed his wishes for Chris's happiness and success in the future.
Chris echoed similar sentiments, stating that although their relationship has ended, the memories and love they shared remain cherished.
Chris provided further insight into their breakup through a YouTube video, maintaining that their separation was amicable and respectful.
Their public announcements reflect a mature and respectful approach to ending their relationship, focusing on the positive experiences they shared.

Bret LaBelle and Chris Stanley have ended their relationship after more than two years of dating.
For those who don’t know, Bret is a former contestant from Survivor: Millennials vs. Gen X and he serves as a lieutenant at the Boston Police Department. Chris is a popular social media influencer with over a million followers on TikTok.
Bret and Chris made some headlines when they started dating in late 2022 because of their 27-year age gap, but they remained a happy couple for years.
Chris, 25, and Bret, 51, both took to social media to announce their breakup this week.
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Bret wrote, “Sometimes love means letting go. Chris and I have shared so many memories, laughter, and growth together, and I will always be grateful for that. While our paths are now going in different directions, the care and respect remain. Wishing him nothing but happiness, love, and success on his journey. Thank you for the memories.”
Chris said, “Yes, we broke up. Some good things don’t last forever, but that doesn’t make them any less special. I’ll always be grateful for the memories and the love Bret and I shared. Wishing him all the happiness in the world as we move forward on our own paths. ❤️.”
Chris also made a YouTube video to explain the breakup, which you can watch below.