Ben Higgins, Lauren Bushnell Split: ‘The Bachelor’ 2016 Star Finally Addressed Breakup Rumors; Jojo Fletcher Main Reason Behind Wedding Cancellation

Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell have been plagued with various nasty rumors ever since they got engaged. Now, new reports are claiming that "The Bachelor" 2016 couple has finally addressed all the split reports that spread since last year.

Today reported that Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell are head over heels in love with each other despite all the split rumors spreading like wildfire since last year. According to the news outlet, "The Bachelor" 2016 couple might have called off their wedding but they have remained smitten with each other.

Via an Instagram post, Ben Higgins has debunked all the split rumors and claimed that nothing has changed despite the cancellation of their wedding. "No need to respond often to rumors or "fake news" but the feeling I have in this picture is the same feeling I have for this girl today," "The Bachelor" 2016 star has stated.

 "We have entered into the world where rumors will exist we know that but just know as @laurenbushnell celebrates her birthday tomorrow I am still extremely lucky to be able to share life with her and be by her side," Ben Higgins added on. To recall, "The Bachelor" 2016 star and Lauren Bushnell had a very emotional episode on their reality shoe called "Ben and Lauren: Happily Ever After" when they decided to call off their wedding.

GamenGuide previously reported that Ben Higgins has realized that he and Lauren Bushnell have been taking things very fast. "The Bachelor" 2016 star has stated that he is not ready to get married yet, which led to the cancellation of their wedding.

When Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell announced that they have already canceled their wedding, fans cannot help but speculate that "The Bachelor" 2016 couple has realized they are not meant for each other. Rumors have even claimed Jojo Fletcher is among the reasons behind the shocking cancellation.