It’s been a wild ride for anyone who grew up watching the ACE Family. Honestly, if you told a fan back in 2018 that the golden couple of YouTube would end up here—divorced, remarried to other people, and trading blows on podcasts—they’d probably call you a hater. But here we are in 2026, and the dust has finally settled on the Austin McBroom and Catherine Paiz saga.
The image of perfection they sold for years didn't just crack; it shattered.
The Breakup No One (and Everyone) Saw Coming
When the announcement hit in January 2024, the internet basically stopped. People were shocked, but if you were paying attention to the lawsuits and the weird RV videos, you knew something was off. Catherine’s post was graceful, talking about "irreconcilable challenges." Austin’s was more of the same "hardest decision of my life" talk.
But then the real story started leaking out.
It wasn't just about "growing apart." It was about a total collapse of trust. Catherine eventually went on Call Her Daddy and dropped the hammer. She talked about the exhaustion of filming every single day while breastfeeding and raising three kids. She also addressed the rumors that had been dogging Austin for years.
The Infidelity Bombshell
The cheating wasn't just a rumor anymore. Austin actually admitted it on Snapchat. 100%. He "stepped out."
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But the messiest part? The "Don't embarrass me" line.
Austin claimed Catherine knew he was cheating and told him it was fine as long as she didn't look stupid in public. Catherine, visibly emotional, denied that completely. She called it a "punch to the gut." Living that double life—the perfect YouTube husband on camera and someone else entirely in Miami—is what ultimately killed the ACE Family brand.
Where Catherine Paiz is Now
Catherine didn't wait around for long. She’s had a massive 2025.
She met a guy named Igor Ten on a retreat in Brazil. What started as a friendship turned into a whirlwind romance that actually seems... healthy? She hard-launched him in late 2024, and by September 2025, they were married.
Here is the current status of Catherine's life as of early 2026:
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- Married: She tied the knot with Igor Ten in September 2025.
- Pregnant: She announced she is expecting her fourth child (her first with Igor) in November 2025.
- Author: She released her memoir, Dolores - My Journey Home, which gave fans the deep dive they’d been craving for years.
She seems done with the "vlog everything" lifestyle. You’ll still see her on Instagram, but the days of 20-minute videos of her kids' every move seem to be in the rearview mirror. Honestly, you can't blame her.
Austin McBroom’s "Down Bad" Era
Austin’s path has been a lot more chaotic. For a while there, he was posting videos of himself living in an RV outside Catherine’s house. He later admitted that was a "character" he was playing to be relatable.
It didn't really land the way he wanted.
While Catherine moved on to a new marriage, Austin has been focused on his podcast, Outside Voices, and trying to maintain his boxing relevance. He’s still active in the influencer boxing world, though the "Social Gloves" glory days feel like a lifetime ago. He’s also been seen with new partners, but nothing has stuck like the ACE Family era.
The Co-Parenting Reality
Despite the public drama and the "atomic bombs" Austin threatened to drop on social media, they seem to be co-parenting Elle, Alaïa, and Steel fairly well. They’ve been spotted together at events for the kids. It’s a "harmonious" situation, according to Catherine’s Instagram stories.
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It has to be. You can’t raise three kids while being at war forever.
Why the ACE Family Legacy Still Matters
The rise and fall of Austin McBroom and Catherine Paiz is basically a cautionary tale for the creator economy. They had the $10 million mansion, the fleet of cars, and 18 million subscribers. Then the house was foreclosed on, the lawsuits piled up, and the marriage ended.
They proved that you can't fake "perfect" forever.
If you’re looking for lessons here, it’s mostly about boundaries. Catherine has talked extensively about how she felt "empty" for years while pretending to be the happiest woman on Earth for the camera.
What to Watch For Next
If you want to keep up with them without getting lost in the drama, here is what’s actually happening:
- Catherine’s New Chapter: Watch her social media for updates on her pregnancy and her new life with Igor. She’s leaning more into "lifestyle" and "wellness" content than family vlogging.
- Austin’s Rebrand: Austin is still trying to find his footing as a solo creator. His podcast is where he’s most vocal now, so if you want his side of the story, that's where to look.
- The Book: If you haven't read Dolores, it’s the most factual account of Catherine’s perspective on the end of the marriage.
The ACE Family as we knew it is dead. But the individuals are still very much in the public eye, just in very different ways. Catherine is building a new family, and Austin is trying to rebuild a brand that once sat at the top of the YouTube world.
To stay informed on their latest moves, follow Catherine's official Instagram for family updates and Austin's Snapchat for his frequent "vlog-style" stories. Keep an eye on the Call Her Daddy archives if you want to revisit the specific allegations that led to their 2024 split.