Mika Abdalla and Jake Short have ended their relationship after five years together and have called off their engagement, according to recent reports. The breakup was confirmed weeks after the premiere of Abdalla’s Prime Video series Off Campus, which sparked speculation among fans about whether her rising career played a role in the split. However, a source has denied that theory, saying the pair simply grew apart and remain on good terms.
A source told DeuxMoi that the breakup happened shortly before Off Campus premiered in early May 2026. The source also said the couple “were a really great couple” and that “it just didn’t work out,” while emphasizing that they remain friendly. Abdalla’s representative later addressed the situation publicly, telling Us Weekly that the two are no longer together but continue to support each other and have asked for privacy and respect as they move forward.
Abdalla and Short first met while filming the Hulu original movie Sex Appeal, which was shot in 2021 and released in early 2022. Their relationship developed after working together on set, and the couple became a familiar pair to fans who followed their careers and personal milestones. In May 2025, Short’s manager confirmed their engagement by sharing photos from an engagement celebration. At the time, he described the occasion as a special moment and reflected on watching the couple’s journey from set to real life.
Even after their engagement was made public, the two continued to appear connected in recent months. On February 21, 2026, Short posted a recap of his year that included photos with Abdalla, and she left several comments on the post, suggesting they were still close at the time. The pair also attended an Actor Awards event together on February 26, 2026, further fueling the impression that their relationship remained strong before the eventual split.
The breakup comes as Abdalla’s profile continues to rise. She plays Allie Hayes in the Prime Video series Off Campus and is expected to take on an even bigger romantic role in the show’s second season. Her growing success has drawn increased public attention, especially as the series has become a topic of discussion among fans interested in the cast’s real-life relationships.
For now, both stars appear to be handling the separation privately and amicably. While their engagement has ended, reports indicate there is no public conflict between them. Their split adds another layer of interest to the attention surrounding Off Campus, the cast, and the personal lives of the actors involved.
