Laverne Cox announced that she and boyfriend Kyle Draper have broken up after nearly two years of dating.
via Page Six:
“@thekyledraper and I have broken up. After much soul searching and tears from both of us, we have decided it’s time for us to go our separate ways,” Cox, 47, wrote in the caption. “We decided we should make a public statement since our relationship was public in ways neither of us anticipated. …
“We know our relationship meant so much to so many people, especially trans folks, giving them hope that this kind of love is possible for them as well. That hope, the hope for love has not waned for me in the face of this breakup but rather is fortified. Knowing that we are both capable of giving and receiving love with this level of kindness, respect, trust, affection, depth, and intensity has been so healing and life affirming for us both.”
The “Orange Is the New Black” star said she’s “grateful” for their relationship and “every moment” they shared together as their love blossomed over the past couple of years, even though it was time to move on.
“We have both grown in innumerable ways as a result. Now its just time to move on separately,” she continued. “We both want a breakup that honors and respects the quality of our relationship and the love we shared. Its [sic] possible.”
Draper shared Cox’s statement but added a heartfelt introduction: “@lavernecox and I have broken up, and she wrote the most beautiful statement that sums up our feelings perfectly.”
Take a look at Laverne’s announcement post below.
