Olympic hockey player Jack Hughes and pop star Tate McRae have reportedly ended their relationship, according to reports citing sources close to both individuals. The exact circumstances of the breakup are unclear, with conflicting accounts emerging regarding who ended the relationship.
Sources aligned with Hughes, a center for the New Jersey Devils, claim that the NHL star initiated the separation, citing unspecified "red flags." These sources suggest Hughes informed friends that he ended the relationship before it could be officially confirmed publicly. McRae was previously seen with Hughes and attended Devils games, and also appeared in a Winter Olympics promotional video for Team USA.
Conversely, sources close to McRae reportedly state that the singer was the one who ended the relationship. These sources, however, did not mention any "red flags" as a reason for the split. Reports indicate that both parties are attempting to claim credit for initiating the breakup.
Despite the reported end of their relationship, it is suggested that both Hughes and McRae are expected to move forward positively. Hughes, an Olympic hero, and McRae, a Canadian pop star, had their relationship scrutinized during their time together.