Mika Abdalla and Jake Short have ended their engagement after five years together, according to a statement from her representative confirmed to Us Weekly on Monday. The rep said that, due to recent interest in Abdalla’s personal life, it was important to clarify that she and Short are “no longer together.” The statement added that the two remain on friendly terms, continue to support one another, and are asking for privacy and respect as they move forward.
Abdalla, known for her role in Off Campus, and Short, best known for starring in Disney Channel’s A.N.T. Farm, first met while playing love interests in the 2021 Hulu teen comedy Sex Appeal. Their relationship developed after the project, and the pair later announced their engagement in 2025. News of the breakup means the couple has now split roughly a year after becoming engaged.
No additional details have been made public about when the couple separated or what led to the end of the relationship. The statement did not mention any conflict or dispute, and the tone suggested that the breakup was handled privately and amicably. At this time, there has been no further comment from either Abdalla or Short beyond the confirmation from her representative.
The announcement comes as Abdalla has been drawing increased attention for her growing profile, making the end of the engagement a notable development in her personal life. While the news may disappoint fans who followed the couple’s romance since their on-screen pairing, the shared statement indicates that both parties are prioritizing mutual respect and discretion.
Their relationship began in the wake of Sex Appeal, where their characters were romantically linked on screen before their connection reportedly extended off screen. Over the years, the couple kept much of their relationship out of the spotlight, offering only limited glimpses into their private life. Their engagement in 2025 had signaled a major milestone, but the recent confirmation shows that the engagement has now been called off.
For now, the focus remains on the fact that the couple has separated and appears to be parting on cordial terms. Without more information, it is unclear whether the breakup happened recently or some time ago. Still, the public statement makes clear that both Abdalla and Short want the matter handled with care and privacy.
Fans reacting to the news may view it as a sudden change, especially given the relatively recent engagement. Even so, the message from Abdalla’s representative emphasizes that there is no public drama attached to the split. The pair’s history, from co-stars to engaged couple to now former partners, marks the end of a relationship that began on set and lasted several years beyond it.
