The writing may have been on the wall for Shep roseAnd Taylor Ann Green.

It Southern CharmMultiple media outlets have confirmed that the couple split up on July 20, after being married for more than two decades. The split was not confirmed by either reality television star, although Shep spoke out about their relationship during a CelebHomes News interview.

Providing some insight into what might have went wrong, Shep explained that he and Taylor were often subject to questions about their future together. “We felt like everyone was chirping all around us—which happens—but it can really put undue stress on a relationship,” Shep told CelebHomes News on June 21. Although I did not help the situation at all a few times, I felt stressed about Taylor and trying to ensure that she’s okay, that our relationship is ok, as well as my own safety. You have a lot to do in this air.

Shep had a co-star Craig ConoverInterviewee Shep added that filming can cause you to fall apart. And if you survive it, which you did…” but before Craig could finish, Shep interjected, “not by much.”