Brenden Guthrie, a fan-favorite from Love Is Blind Season 9, has finally addressed the swirling speculation about his past relationship with Annie Lancaster and the possibility of rekindling their romance. In a candid conversation on co-star Joe Ferrucci’s Table for 1 podcast, the 32-year-old reality star opened up about his emotional journey in the Love Is Blind pods, his breakup with Annie, and whether there’s any hope for a future together outside the experiment. Spoiler alert: Brenden’s answer is a definitive one that puts all rumors to rest.
Reflecting on their time in the pods, Brenden shared that he and Annie developed a deep connection while dating sight unseen. “I did really care for her. I truly did. She knows a hell of a lot about me, and I know a hell of a lot about her. We got very far in the experiment together,” he said. However, Annie was also forming a bond with Nick Amato, who ultimately proposed to her after a few dates. Before Nick popped the question, Annie ended things with Brenden, citing a lack of the reassurances she needed. The decision hit Brenden hard, leading to an emotional crash when their relationship came to an abrupt end.
Despite their strong connection, Brenden is clear that a romantic future with Annie is off the table. When asked if he would ever date her again in the real world, he didn’t mince words: “The short answer is no.” He went on to explain that, while their time in the pods was meaningful, he believes they wouldn’t have been compatible outside the experiment. “I don’t think we would have worked in the outside world,” he stated, firmly shutting down any speculation about a potential reconciliation.
Brenden described his Love Is Blind experience as a “rollercoaster” filled with highs, lows, and unexpected turns. The rapid shifts in relationship dynamics caught him off guard, but he remains reflective about what could have been. When Joe asked if he and Annie might have made it to the final phase of the experiment had they gotten engaged, Brenden was cautiously optimistic. “Maybe. I would have liked to have thought that we would’ve given it a real go,” he said. However, he acknowledged that his personality differs significantly from Nick’s, noting, “I don’t think I’m like Nick, and I don’t think Nick’s like me. He’s a great guy, but we’re two totally different people.” Ultimately, Brenden admitted he couldn’t say for certain whether an engagement with Annie would have led to lasting love.
When it came to other potential matches in the pods, Brenden was equally resolute. Despite forming a few strong connections, he said he couldn’t see himself pursuing anyone romantically from the cast. “I had a couple of strong matches, but no, I don’t see myself with anyone else from the show,” he shared.
Since filming wrapped two years ago, Brenden has dipped his toes back into the dating pool, going on “sporadic dates here and there.” However, he admitted to taking breaks when he’s not in the right headspace. “Sometimes, I’ll just stop dating altogether just ‘cause it’s not the right time,” he explained. Despite the challenges, Brenden remains focused on finding his forever partner, stating, “I’m in a place where I do still intentionally date, find my wife, and be married.”
Brenden also revealed a brief post-show encounter with Annie, which took place in a group setting shortly after filming ended. “We didn’t really talk that much,” he recalled, emphasizing that there was no lingering connection. The reunion was their only interaction since the show, and Brenden clarified that they never met one-on-one. For him, the chapter with Annie is firmly closed.
Despite the heartbreak and challenges, Brenden harbors no regrets about his Love Is Blind journey. “I wouldn’t change anything,” he said, reflecting on the experience with a sense of acceptance and growth. His focus now is on moving forward, leaving fans with a clear and final answer: there’s no going back for him and Annie.
As viewers eagerly await the Love Is Blind Season 9 reunion on October 29, 2025, where the cast will address unresolved issues, Brenden’s candid remarks have put an end to the rumors surrounding his relationship with Annie. For Brenden, the past is the past, and he’s ready to write the next chapter of his life—without looking back.