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Mod Sun Reflects on Engagement and Breakup with Avril Lavigne

11/8/2025

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Mod Sun (the musician) discussed his engagement to Avril Lavigne (the singer) on a podcast, noting the February 2023 breakup.
The couple met in early 2021 while collaborating on music and released single 'Flames' shortly after.
Their whirlwind romance culminated in an engagement in Paris, and they split within a year.
Mod Sun emphasized empathy after the breakup, moving from resentment to love and healing through music.

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Story summary

Mod Sun (the musician) discussed his engagement to Avril Lavigne (the singer) on a podcast, noting the February 2023 breakup.
The couple met in early 2021 while collaborating on music and released single 'Flames' shortly after.
Their whirlwind romance culminated in an engagement in Paris, and they split within a year.
Mod Sun emphasized empathy after the breakup, moving from resentment to love and healing through music.