Country music singer Jay Allen has launched a furious defence of his new engagement, coupling it with a shocking allegation about his ex-wife, fellow artist Kylie Morgan. The public row erupted after fans questioned the speed of his new relationship timeline.
Engagement Backlash and Explosive Allegation
The 38-year-old former contestant on The Voice proposed to his girlfriend, Renee Lynn, over the Christmas period. The proposal came just 10 months into their relationship, a timeline that prompted criticism from some followers on social media.
In a fiery response posted on Instagram, Allen did not hold back. He sensationally claimed that his previous marriage to Kylie Morgan ended because he discovered she had an affair. Allen alleged he found out about the infidelity 'in the fall of 2024', stating it gave him a reason to move on from a relationship where he was already unhappy.
A Swift Turnaround and a Healed Heart
Allen's romantic history has moved at a rapid pace. He married Kylie Morgan in 2022, but the couple separated in October 2024. Morgan subsequently filed for divorce on Valentine's Day 2025, with the divorce being finalised in May 2025.
Defending his new engagement to Lynn, Allen wrote that she had supported his sobriety and helped heal his heart. He emphasised that the decision to propose was a personal one, made with careful consideration. 'To some, 10 months may seem fast, but our engagement is our personal decision that we have diligently prayed over - not yours,' he stated.
Ex-Wife's Response and Moving On
Kylie Morgan has since moved on with a new partner, Alek Halverson. In a subtle response to Allen's post, she shared a photo with Halverson and his daughter, captioning it with a message about choosing peace.
Speaking to People magazine, Morgan suggested Allen's account contained 'convenient holes' and referenced 'damaging trauma' she experienced during their relationship. She firmly stated she would not engage in a public back-and-forth but would protect her truth, marking it as her final statement on the matter.
The public dispute has laid bare the private tensions of the celebrity divorce, turning what Allen hoped would be a joyous engagement announcement into a platform for airing personal grievances.
