After months of speculation, Kim Chiu and Xian Lim have finally confirmed that they have broken up. The couple, who have been together since 2012, announced their split on Saturday, Dec. 23, through their respective Instagram accounts.
Kim posted a series of photos with Xian, along with a lengthy caption that began with “End of a love story.” She revealed that they owed their supporters the truth, but they also respected each other’s time of healing. She admitted that love was not enough to sustain their relationship, and that they mutually decided to transition into a lifelong friendship.
She thanked their followers for their love and support, and asked for their honesty and privacy as they begin new chapters of their lives. She also expressed her gratitude to Xian for the almost 12 years of beautiful memories they shared, and said that he will always have a place in her heart.
She ended her statement by asking for everyone’s kindness and respect, and hoped that this would clear everything as they all move forward with their lives.
Xian, on the other hand, posted a shorter message, where he talked about his main purpose in life, which is to be a blessing to those around him using his talent and craft. He said that he was not in the entertainment industry to entertain, but to express and tell stories.
He also addressed the rumors surrounding his personal life, and asked everyone to be mindful of what they believe and share online. He requested that his family and friends be left out of the issue, and that he was not here to explain and satisfy one’s curiosity, or to ask for sympathy and spread hate.
The two did not disclose the reason behind their breakup, but some fans speculated that it might have something to do with their busy schedules and different priorities.
Kim and Xian, also known as KimXi, were one of the most popular and enduring love teams in Philippine showbiz. They starred in several movies and TV shows together, such as “Bride for Rent,” “The Story of Us,” and “Love Thy Woman.” They also had a loyal fan base that supported their projects and relationship.
Their breakup came as a shock to many, as they were seen as one of the most stable and happy couples in the industry. Just last July, Kim greeted Xian on his 34th birthday, and called him the person who holds her heart.
Their fans expressed their sadness and disbelief over their split, but also wished them well and hoped that they would remain friends. Some also hoped that they would reconcile in the future, and that their love story was not really over.