“Sometimes people leave your life”: Benson Boone hints at rumored split from influencer Maggie Thurmon

Benson Boone: American Heart World Tour - New York - Source: Getty
Benson Boone: American Heart World Tour - New York - Source: Getty

Benson Boone's most recent performance in Nashville has sent his fans into a spin, especially following his recent split with social media influencer Maggie Thurmon. While performing at the Bridgestone Arena on September 9, 2025, Boone spoke to the audience in an emotional address regarding the pain of having to cope with loss in life.

He said,

"Sometimes people leave your life"

and the pain that comes with having to cope with such. The inspiring moment moved concert patrons and has since made waves on the web. The pair were not shy about their relationship, having gone to events like the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards and 2025 Grammys together. Their recent social media actions, such as unfollowing each other, also fueled breakup rumors.

Benson Boone and Maggie Thurmon Breakup: An Inside Look

Benson Boone and Maggie Thurmon got together in early 2024, and they initially showed up together at an event at the Elton John AIDS Foundation's viewing party Academy Awards. They later officially posted on Instagram and have also shared a glimpse into what they're like together on social media as well as at events.

Thurmon is a 23-year-old podcaster and actress who initially gained fame on TikTok prior to becoming a part of the entertainment industry. Boone is also 23 and burst onto the scene with his single "Beautiful Things" and has been keeping himself busy building buzz for his 2025 album American Heart with his tour shows.

Though the details of their breakup are not public knowledge, the recent activities of the couple indicate that something has changed in their relationship. The emotional speech delivered by Boone in Nashville and the timing of reports of their breakup serve to reveal that personal issues have been affecting his recent performances and public outings.

Benson Boone and Maggie Thurmon's breakup is a serious step in both the lives of the two on an individual and public level. Boone's integrity at his Nashville concert only helps to define the emotional price of such a thing, as well as his personal strength. The two will be going along with their own professional pursuits, with their fan community and the remainder of the general populace observing them to wish them well and betterment after having been parted.

Edited by Heba Arshad