Parker Schnabel, a well-known figure in the gold mining industry and reality TV, gained fame through his role on Discovery Channel’s “Gold Rush.” He made his debut on the show at just 16 years old in 2011. By the second season, Parker had taken over operations at Big Nugget Mine after his grandfather, John Schnabel, decided to retire.
In addition to his mining prowess, Parker has also attracted attention for his personal life. His relationship with ex-girlfriend Ashley Youle was featured during the show’s seventh season. The couple eventually split in the summer of 2018, with Parker taking responsibility for their breakup.
Parker Schnabel’s Relationship with Ashley Youle
Parker Schnabel once dated Ashley Youle, a veterinary nurse he met while traveling in Australia in 2016. Their connection quickly grew stronger as they spent time together working on gold mining projects in Klondike.
Ashley adapted seamlessly to life as a miner and even appeared alongside Parker in two seasons of “Gold Rush.” In an interview with Maxim magazine, Parker praised Ashley for her significant contributions during their time together and acknowledged how much she improved that summer’s experience.
Ashley became an integral part of both Parker’s crew and the show itself, appearing in 18 episodes of “Gold Rush.” The couple was so close that they participated in a light-hearted “Big Kiss Competition” organized by the production team—though it left Parker feeling somewhat awkward. Unfortunately, their relationship came to an end during the summer of 2018 when Ashley did not return for Season 9.
Why Did They Break Up?
The end of Parker and Ashley’s relationship took many fans by surprise when it happened in 2018. While neither has publicly disclosed specific reasons behind their breakup, some insight was provided by Parker himself during an episode titled “Win Big or Die Trying.” Reflecting on what went wrong between them, he admitted that he failed to prioritize their relationship—a mistake he deeply regretted.
On camera during this episode of “Gold Rush,” he candidly stated:
“I just never really made the relationship a priority; didn’t make her a priority—and she deserves better than that.”
Despite her brief stint on television being well-received by viewers who enjoyed seeing her alongside him onscreen—their romance ultimately couldn’t withstand these challenges. Following their split-up all traces linking them were removed from social media platforms like Instagram where previously shared memories existed before being deleted entirely from public view by Ashely herself.
Moving On: Who Is Ashley Youle Dating Now?
Since parting ways with Schnabel back then—Ashley has moved forward into another chapter romantically speaking—with Mitch Baker now filling those shoes since early-2022 according reports online including posts shared via Instagram accounts belonging both parties involved here too!
Mitch first introduced followers officially via post dated February eighth same year featuring lovely snapshot duo captioned expressing gratitude having found someone special such as herself within life journey thus far! Then again come Valentine’s Day shortly thereafter saw further declarations love exchanged between pair through additional images uploaded onto platform celebrating occasion accordingly too!
By June tenth same year—they’d already settled down together inside new home located Malvern East area Australia where continue building future side-by-side openly sharing moments captured digitally across various social media channels regularly keeping fans updated along way!
In September last year specifically visited Yarra Valley Wineries documented beautifully thanks another post courtesy Mitch himself showcasing happy times spent exploring region hand-in-hand partner-in-crime every step way throughout adventure-filled day trip away from hustle bustle everyday routine back home base alike…
Life After Gold Rush: Where Is She Now?
After stepping away permanently following departure series finale aired few years ago now—it seems clear-cut decision leave behind world reality television altogether focusing instead more personal pursuits closer heart including rekindling passion dance art forms such sketching drawing etcetera which frequently feature prominently feed maintained under handle @ashleyyoule accessible anyone interested staying connected latest happenings surrounding former starlet turned private citizen living quieter existence Down Under nowadays surrounded loved ones friends family members alike enjoying simple pleasures daily basis without pressures limelight anymore…