A source close to the pair revealed to PEOPLE that their decision to part ways over Super Bowl weekend caught many off guard. “It happened suddenly, likely on Saturday,” the source disclosed. “Just a day or so before, they were hanging out with friends and everything seemed fine. It’s possible they’ll reconcile.”
The insider continued, “Relationships have their ups and downs. This breakup seemingly came out of nowhere, so once the dust settles, they might work things out.” Another source confirmed to PEOPLE that Pippen, 49, and Jordan, 33, mutually agreed to take a break to reassess their relationship.
“This isn’t influenced by family; it’s about personal growth,” the source emphasized.
Following their split, both Pippen and Jordan unfollowed each other on social media and erased any traces of their relationship. Fueling breakup rumors, Pippen posted a cryptic quote on her Instagram Story, hinting at the importance of choosing a partner wisely.
Pippen’s Instagram poll asking whether friends should unfollow an ex further stirred speculation. With the absence of photos of them together on their profiles, fans speculated about the status of their relationship.
Pippen and Jordan initially crossed paths at a Los Angeles party in 2019 and became romantically linked by 2022. Despite being spotted together frequently, Pippen remained elusive about their relationship status, labeling them as friends during interviews.
However, in January 2023, the couple was seen sharing a kiss in Miami Beach, confirming suspicions of their romance. Almost a year later, they hinted at a possible engagement at an event, suggesting they were considering taking their relationship to the next level.
While their split has raised eyebrows, their history suggests that this breakup may not be the end of their story.
