Matt James was spotted in public for the first time after shocking Bachelor fans with the announcement that he and Rachael Kirkconnell split after four years together. The former reality star, 33, had a grin on his face while braving the chilly weather during a New York City stroll on Tuesday,

"I knew for a fact he was NOT looking for a serious relationship whatsoever and I didn’t want him to waste anyone’s time," Crawley wrote on social media Clare Crawley seems to be weighing in on Matt James’ recent split from Rachael Kirkconnell.

Matt James and Rachael Kirkconnell's breakup has shocked and angered fans. Racheal recently admitted to being equally blindsided.