In January 2024, social media platforms were filled with rumors about a major split in the vlogging community.
Catherine Paiz along with Austin McBroom
A married duo who were pioneers as one of YouTube’s earliest family vlog channels, boasting over 18 million subscribers, revealed their separation at the beginning of the new year.
Back then, they didn’t disclose the reasons for deciding to part ways, but currently, enthusiasts are getting insights into the cause of their highly sensationalized and openly discussed separation.
During an appearance on the ”
Call Her Daddy
On May 28, during a podcast, Paiz disclosed that McBroom’s infidelity was one of the reasons for their separation.
Paiz told host
Alex Cooper
that she found out about his infidelity after discovering a text from another woman on his phone while she was pregnant with their third child.
“I took the phone, and a lengthy message appeared: ‘If you truly love your spouse,’” she recounted. “Then I started shouting, crying out, ‘Please, please, just let me know who that was. This makes me feel so foolish. Tell me; we’re going to have a child.’”
She went on: “‘I never heard him say the words, ‘I cheated,’ until roughly a week ago,’” this could potentially refer to McBroom’s public admission of cheating on May 12.
Paiz discovered information regarding “20 or so” women that McBroom had been unfaithful to, mentioning that her former partner said he was granted permission and informed, “… just make sure you don’t humiliate me.”
She stated firmly, ‘I absolutely did not say that. It’s inconceivable for me to even suggest such a thing. I wouldn’t want my children to believe it’s acceptable to be unfaithful to their spouse. Rest assured, I’ll ensure they understand that this behavior is entirely unacceptable and teach them never to engage in something like that because it’s utterly wrong. Loyalty to the one you cherish should always be maintained.’
Paiz made an appearance on the podcast prior to the July launch of her book, ”
DOLORES: My Path Back Home: (Discovering Myself Beyond The ACE Clan)
.”
Austin McBroom accepts full responsibility following Catherine Paiz’s ‘Call Her Daddy’ appearance.
Shortly after Paiz’s explosive interview on “Call Her Daddy,” McBroom posted a sequence of videos on his platform.
May 28 Snapchat story
following his former partner’s recently widespread comments.
“I realize many of you have been eagerly awaiting my reaction to the podcast, and to be frank, I was nearly ready to deliver precisely what you were hoping for,” McBroom stated, before turning his phone’s display towards the lens to reveal a series of clips he claimed to have prepared as part of his reply.
“I was about to unleash an atomic bomb… I even got fully dressed and bought the pink chair,” McBroom stated, apparently alluding to the pink chairs utilized during Paiz’s interview. “However, I came to understand that nothing in this world is valuable enough to impact my children.”
I understand that for this situation to end, the best course of action for me is not to reply,” he stated. “I merely wish to express that I fully acknowledge my responsibility for reaching this point today.
Who is Catherine Paiz? Who is Austin McBroom?
Catherine Paiz
, aged 34, originally named Dolores Catherine Johnston Paiz in Montreal, Canada, relocated to Los Angeles when she was 16 years old. Her former husband,
Austin McBroom
, aged 33, is a content creator and ex-basketball player hailing from Palmdale, California.
They encountered each other at a dinner gathering in 2015, and following McBroom’s persistent pursuit, they started dating. The two tied the knot in private in 2017 but did not disclose their marriage until January 2020. This revelation came soon after they shared news about expecting their third child.
The pair have three offspring together: their daughters are called Elle and Alaïa, and they also have a son named Steel.
When did the Ace Family channel begin on YouTube?
The ACE Family launched their YouTube channel several months following the birth of their eldest child, Elle, in 2016. Their inaugural video went live on July 27, 2016.
The name comes from the first letter of each person’s name – Austin, Catherine, and Elle.
The channel provided millions of watchers with an intimate view into their daily life, covering everything from the arrivals of all three of their kids to the growth of their social media kingdom. Even though they haven’t posted anything since June 2023, the ACE Family’s YouTube page continues to attract more than 18 million subscribers.
What was the date when the ACE Family disbanded? What were the reasons for the ACE Family leaving YouTube?
In January 2024, Paiz and McBroom revealed their decision to part ways by publishing individual messages on their respective Instagram pages. By May 13, 2025, these announcements had been taken down from their profiles.
The trajectory of our relationship as partners has changed, leading to disparities that cannot be bridged. This choice weighs heavily on my mind,” Paiz stated in her January 11, 2024 post. “Despite being heart-wrenching, I experience a sense of freedom.
Over the last several years, I’ve focused on my children and upheld my pledge to my family, but during this time, I felt like I was losing touch with myself and my individual joy.
Regarding McBroom, he stated, “Over nearly a decade, we’ve crafted one of the most remarkable tales filled with countless memories and achievements. However, just like all books, this chapter must close. We’ll now embark on writing our individual narratives.”
McBroom concluded his message with: “Given this, 2024 will mark a significant transformation in my life. I am committed to focusing on myself, my children, my well-being, my physical self, mental state, spiritual aspect, and God.”
Previously, the couple had not disclosed any reasons for their split; they merely mentioned that they had “amicably decided” to get divorced.
Has Austin McBroom responded to the accusations of infidelity?
Pages leaked from Paiz’s book caused a stir on social media in early May, prompting McBroom to share his thoughts.
nearly 30-minute story
He mentioned that he was caught off guard by the material in the book and had no desire to talk about it publicly when it appeared on his Snapchat account on May 12.
Although he confessed to cheating, he informed his audience that he wasn’t depicted accurately. He asserted that Paiz knew about his behavior and that their connection persisted for many years following the incident.
After the news of their separation was made known, he stated that he intended to create a video confessing to his infidelity, however, Paiz advised against it. He also mentioned that he believes she is currently seeking attention by capitalizing on their history together.
When is Catherine Paiz’s book released?
”
DOLORES: My Journey Back Home: (Discovering Myself Beyond The ACE Family)
is scheduled for release on July 1st. The book has been penned jointly and released by USA TODAY best-selling author Riley J. Ford.
“When her journey took her to Los Angeles, she crafted a life that appeared as enchanting as a fairy tale: love, family, and a groundbreaking YouTube career that impacted countless viewers. Known globally as a member of The ACE Family, she became a recognizable figure worldwide. However, beneath this facade, Catherine grappled with heartache, endured betrayals, dealt with relentless public examination, and gradually lost touch with herself,” the book’s synopsis states.
The passage continues: “As every structure she had created started to fall apart, she embarked on what would become the defining adventure of her existence—converting her suffering into resilience, reshaping her world, and rediscovering herself as the person she was meant to be from the start. This narrative reveals the genuine account of a seemingly flawless life and the courageous spirit who transcended superficial appearances to uncover authentic reality.”
Contributor: Edward Segarra, USA TODAY
The article initially appeared in the Palm Beach Post.
YouTuber Austin McBroom addresses allegations from his ex, Catherine Paiz, claiming he was unfaithful with 20 women.
