Celebrity Couples That Shocked with Their Breakups
19 Jan 2024Hollywood is not only about fairy-tale love stories but also about loud and scandalous breakups. Scroll through our article and find out which 50 celebrity couples ended their relationships from 2020 to 2023.
1. Eric McCormack and Janet Leigh Holden McCormack
Hollywood couple Eric McCormack and Janet Leigh Holden McCormack divorced in the fall of 2023, as reported by People magazine. According to their information, Eric and Janet decided to go their separate ways after 26 years of marriage due to irreconcilable differences.
Recall that they met in 1994 on the set of the series Lonesome Dove. In 2007, the actor revealed in The Guardian that he was captivated by his wife because she was unlike other women, wearing jeans and driving a pickup truck. The couple tied the knot in 1997, and in 2002, they welcomed their son, Finnigan Holden McCormack.
2. Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith
Another celebrity couple announced their breakup in the fall of 2023 - British actor Joshua Jackson, known for the series True Blood, and Jodie Turner-Smith, who gained fame for her role in the series Anne Boleyn. A source told People that their marriage became toxic, and Jodie decided she could no longer stay in that situation.
The couple met in 2018 at a party celebrating singer Usher's anniversary. Later, Jodie wrote on her Instagram that her future husband impressed her since the days of the TV series Dawson's Creek, where he played one of the main roles. Joshua fell in love with the girl at first sight and proposed to her a year later. In 2020, they welcomed their daughter, Juno Rose Diana.
3. Bijou Phillips and Danny Masterson
One of the most high-profile Hollywood divorces in 2023 occurred between actors Bijou Phillips and Danny Masterson. According to USA Today, this happened after the actor was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the rape of two women. Despite standing by her husband throughout the trial, the wife decided to end the marriage.
After their official divorce, she gained full legal and physical custody of their shared 9-year-old daughter, Fianna Francis Masterson, as reported by USA Today on September 20, 2023.
4. Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness
In 2023 Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness decided to go separate ways after 27 years of marriage because they no longer saw each other together. The couple has two adopted adult children: son Oscar, 23, and daughter Ava, 18. Hugh Jackman revealed US Weekly in October 5, 2023, that he is working on his memoirs in which he plans to candidly talk about his life and divorce.
The life paths of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness intersected on the set of Correlli in 1995. In his memoirs, the actor shared that Deborra's smile impressed him from the first moments of their meeting. In less than a year, the couple united their relationships with sacred bonds.
5. Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner
On September 6, after rumors circulated in the media, musician Joe Jonas and the star of Game of Thrones Sophie Turner finally confirmed their divorce. They noted that the decision to break up was the only right one. Meanwhile, TMZ revealed in September 5, 2023, that Joe Jonas himself filed for divorce.
According to People, Sophie and Joe's daughters – three-year-old Willa and one-year-old Delfina – will spend an equal amount of time with both parents.
6. Britney Spears and Sam Asghari
Pop star Britney Spears and her husband Sam Asghari have parted ways after 14 months of marriage. The news was first reported by TMZ, and a source confirmed to the Associated Press that Asghari filed for divorce. Later, Asghari wrote on Instagram: "We have decided to end our marriage journey." And Britney noted feeling lonely but plans to continue enjoying life.
Britney Spears and fitness trainer Sam Asghari met on the set of the singer's music video in 2016. Asghari played a key role in supporting his beloved during her legal battle against her father, Jamie. He wore a Free Britney T-shirt and posted photos on Instagram ahead of crucial court hearings. The couple tied the knot only after 5 years of being together, arranging a small ceremony in the backyard of Spears' mansion in June 2022.
7. Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello
The 51-year-old Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara and her husband, 46-year-old actor Joe Manganiello, divorced after 7 years of marriage. The couple confirmed this information to Page Six in July 2023. The official reason for the divorce is unknown. However, an insider close to the actors revealed that the former couple had started drifting apart.
The couple met in 2014 during a dinner with friends. At that time, Vergara was engaged to American businessman Nick Loeb. Shortly after meeting Manganiello, she called off the engagement. Within a year, in 2015, the actors had a wedding with 400 guests.
8. Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef
In 2023, Ricky Martin saddened fans with the news of his divorce from his partner, Swedish-Syrian artist Jwan Yosef. Martin shared with Telemundo that their children never witnessed conflicts between him and Jwan, stating that everything was resolved through calm conversations behind closed doors.
As known, the couple got married in 2017 and has two children — four-year-old daughter Lucia and three-year-old son Renn. Ricky also has 14-year-old twins Matteo and Valentino, born to a surrogate mother in 2008.
9. Bill de Blasio and Chirlane McCray
Bill de Blasio and Chirlane McCray confirmed their split in a notable interview with The New York Times in April 2022. McCray revealed to the Times that the discussion about separation arose one evening after they had binge-watched TV. They decided to end their 29-year marriage, reflecting on what they both needed and felt was lacking in the relationship.
The couple does not plan to officially file for divorce and will continue sharing their home. However, they remain open to new relationships. Their marriage began deteriorating several years ago, particularly during de Blasio's unsuccessful presidential campaign in 2020.
10. Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied
Actress Natalie Portman and dancer Benjamin Millepied were married for 11 years. However, US Weekly reported in August 2023, that Portman filed for divorce. According to the publication, Millepied engaged in a romance with a 25-year-old environmental activist behind his wife's back. The couple reportedly tried to save their family, but their efforts were in vain.
Нatalie and Benjamin met during the filming of Black Swan. On August 4, 2012, the couple got married, a year after their son Aleph was born.
11. Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes
In November 2021, the relationship between Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello and Canadian singer Shawn Mendes came to an end. They announced this on their social media pages, stating that the separation was amicable and they continue to support each other in all endeavors.
Reminding you, the couple met in 2014 when both artists were opening for American singer Austin Mahone. They were 16 years old at the time. Their joint track I Know What You Did Last Summer sparked rumors of a possible romance. Shortly after, they embraced the fact that the whole world "married" them. In 2019, the couple announced on Instagram that they were officially together.
12. Billie Eilish and Jesse Rutherford
Billie Eilish and her boyfriend Jesse Rutherford have announced their breakup. The 21-year-old singer and the 31-year-old vocalist of the Neighbourhood parted ways after seven months of dating. Daily Mail reported this on May 18, 2023. Earlier, there were rumors of relationship problems within the couple, suggesting that the musician was cheating on his beloved. However, after the breakup, Billie and Jesse confirmed on Instagram that they were no longer together and there was no betrayal between them.
Information about the romantic relationship between Billie Eilish and Jesse Rutherford emerged in early November of the previous year. The couple made their debut on the red carpet, wrapped in a Gucci blanket, at the LACMA Art + Film Gala.
13. Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner
Another celebrity couple has decided to end their long-term relationship. The 68-year-old Kevin Costner and his 49-year-old wife, Christine Baumgartner, have chosen to divorce. As reported by TMZ on May 5, 2023, Christine filed the divorce papers herself. An insider told journalists that the actor was too engrossed in his work, dedicating little time to his family, which didn't sit well with his wife.
People magazine revealed in September 19, 2023, that Costner was unpleasantly surprised when he learned that his wife had filed for divorce. According to the court's decision, Costner will be paying child support for $63,209 per month.
14. Shannen Doherty and Kurt Iswarienko
In April 2023, TMZ reported that the star of Beverly Hills 90210 and Charmed, Shannen Doherty, filed for divorce from her husband Kurt Iswarienko. In her podcast, the actress revealed that she was about to undergo brain surgery when she learned that her husband had been involved with another woman for the past two years. Kurt wanted to support Shannen during her surgery, but she declined.
Shannen and Kurt had a modest wedding in November 2011. After a few years, they decided to have a child, but the actress received a devastating diagnosis of breast cancer. Kurt supported Shannen throughout her fight. She even achieved remission, but in 2020, the cancer returned, now at stage four.
15. Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott
The marriage of Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott cracked before the New Year in 2023, as was reported by Us Weekly. According to the source close to the celebrities, Kylie and Travis had planned to spend the New Year holidays together, but a serious argument arose between them. Travis is currently enjoying the single life, while Kylie, according to ET, is rumored to be in a romance with Timothée Chalamet.
Kylie and Travis first met in 2017 and went public with their relationship at the Met Gala in 2018. In celebration of their love, the couple got matching tattoos on their ankles in the form of a small butterfly.
16. Cardi B and Offset
The famous American rapper Cardi B has divorced her husband, the rapper Offset, after six years of a scandalous marriage. The singer confirmed this information during a live Instagram session with her followers in December 2023. However, she did not disclose the reasons for the breakup. Earlier, rumors circulated that Offset had betrayed the artist with Chrisean Rock.
Let's note that their relationship has never been perfect. In 2018, after the birth of their daughter Kulture, they first separated. Offset shocked the public by admitting to infidelity and publicly apologized for it, leading them to reconcile.
17. Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith
In October 2023, Jada Pinkett-Smith stunned with a statement that she and Will Smith have been separated for 7 years, just "not on paper." Will was not at all angered by these public revelations.
The actor noted to AP Entertainment that Jada turned out to be "stronger, wiser, and more compassionate" than he imagined, and if he could go back in time, he would hug her more often.
18. Rami Malek and Lucy Boynton
Rami Malek and Lucy Boynton have reportedly split in 2023 after a five-year romance, as reported by The Sun. Rumors of the breakup emerged after Malek was spotted with 27-year-old The Crown star Emma Corrin. He was also seen with another mysterious blonde at a Bruce Springsteen concert earlier in July.
The couple crossed paths at Abbey Road Studios in London while filming Bohemian Rhapsody. Lucy mentioned in NY Magazine that Malek took the initiative and started flirting with her. They confirmed a romantic relationship in 2019.
19. Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen
In the fall of 2022, the couple Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen announced their divorce on Instagram. They stated that the decision was made peacefully, and there were no misunderstandings between them. A year later, in a revealing interview to Vanity Fair, Gisele emphasized that she always supported her husband and never gave him an ultimatum to quit his sports career. The model stressed that they divorced because they wanted different things in life. After the breakup, she resumed her modeling career.
Tom Brady met Gisele in 2006. At that time, he was already married, and his then-wife was expecting a child. However, this did not stop him from starting a romance. In a 2021 interview with WSJ Magazine, he revealed that a friend gave him Gisele's number, insisting that he must call her because she is an incredible beauty. The romance developed quickly, and Tom decided to divorce his wife and be with Gisele.
20. Meryl Streep and Gummer Donald
Meryl Streep has separated from her husband, sculptor Don Gummer, after 45 years of marriage. A representative for the actress states that they have not been together for over six years. According to a publication by Page Six on October 20, 2023, Don and Meryl have chosen to live separately but will "always support each other." The last time the couple was seen together in public was at the Oscars ceremony in 2018.
The Streep-Gummer couple got married in 1978, just six months after Meryl lost her first love to lung cancer. In deep mourning, Meryl found solace in sculptor Don Gummer, a friend of her brother's, who offered the actress his apartment in New York. Their friendship blossomed into love, and six months after John's death, Meryl married Don, with whom she has four children.
21. Shakira and Gerard Piqué
Singer Shakira and soccer player Gerard Piqué separated in June 2022 after 11 years of relationship, as reported by the Spanish publication El Periodico. The reason for the split was numerous infidelities on the part of Piqué. The artist accidentally learned about her husband's affair with 23-year-old student Clara Chia and decided to leave him.
Later, she confessed to ELLE magazine that she had a very difficult time dealing with the breakup, but her parents strongly supported her when rumors of Piqué's infidelity started spreading. According to The Sun, Shakira plans to make a film about her life after the divorce from former Piqué.
22. Tish and Billy Ray Cyrus
Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus ultimately opted to part ways in April 2022. They experienced multiple separations during their 28-year marriage, but this one was definitely the last. According to Daily Mail, in August 2023, Tish married actor Dominick Persell, a star from the series Prison Break.
Musician Billy Ray and actress Tish Finley got married in the mid-90s. At that time, the actor was already married, and his wife was expecting a child. As soon as she gave birth to a son, Billy filed for divorce and reunited with Tish. In 1992, the couple welcomed their daughter Miley, and they also have an adopted son Trace, as well as their biological son Braison, and daughter Noah.
23. Lisa Bonet and Jason Momoa
It turns out Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet had been apart for over three years, but they only filed divorce papers at the beginning of 2024. As reported by The Guardian in January 9, 2024, the former lovers have already divided their shared assets and specified that neither party should receive financial support.
Momoa first saw Bonet in a popular 80’s comedy series when he was eight years old and vowed to meet her at all costs. Their paths crossed 18 years later at a party hosted by mutual friends in 2005. But they officially got married only in 2017. Together, they raise their 16-year-old daughter, Lola, and 15-year-old son, Nakoa-Wolf.
24. Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon
After 39 years of marriage, Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon have decided to separate. This happened in April 2022, as reported by Page Six. Later, they informed People Magazine that they simply planned not to live together, remaining an official couple.
Their vibrant on-screen romance began during the filming of Doctor Detroit in 1982, and within a year, their passionate love led them to marriage. In 2014, in an interview with the Tampa Bay Times, Dan said that his wife understands him with half a word, and he is very pleased with that.
25. Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth
At the beginning of 2020, it became known that Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth officially divorced after eight months of marriage. According to TMZ, Cyrus's insiders believed that everything was ruined by Hemsworth’s alcohol and drug abuse. But sources from Hemsworth's side claimed that Miley just tried to divert attention from the real reason for their divorce – Cyrus's infidelity.
In 2020, Miley shared on Howard Stern's show on SiriusXM radio that over time their relationship became increasingly complicated, with constant conflicts between her and Liam. She also emphasized that alcohol was not the cause of their separation.
26. Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik
Gigi Hadid and Zayn Malik divorced in the fall of 2021. According to Pinkvilla, Malik raised his hand against Gigi's mother. The man became angry because Yolanda Hadid accidentally posted a photo of the star couple's one-year-old daughter, Khai. A criminal case was initiated against the singer for allegations of domestic violence. The judge found the musician guilty and sentenced him to mandatory anger management programs.
The first official appearance of the couple took place at the luxurious Met Gala event in 2015. Within six months, the lovebirds started living together. The couple had several breakups and reconciliations. It wasn't until 2020 when the model became pregnant, and the couple announced their engagement.
27. Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook
The Big Bang Theory star Kaley Cuoco divorced her actor husband, Karl Cook, in September 2021. The ex-couple shared the news with People magazine, admitting that they initially wanted to keep the event private from fans but eventually decided to publicly disclose it. The pair had been married for three years. According to their statements, they realized that they were no longer interested in being together, and it was time to go their separate ways in life.
Kaley Cuoco and Karl Cook met in 2016 at horse racing events. In November 2017, Karl proposed to his beloved on her birthday. The couple got married within a year. However, they only started living together in 2020 because they were involved in the construction of their shared home. They do not have any children.
28. La La Anthony and Carmelo Anthony
In June 2021, La La Anthony and Carmelo Anthony filed for divorce. Speaking on the Call Her Daddy podcast, La La pointed out that the dynamics of their relationship started changing when NBA star Carmelo was traded from the Denver Nuggets to the New York Knicks in 2011, attracting too much attention to their couple.
La La and Carmelo Anthony got engaged on Christmas Day in 2004, merely a year after their initial meeting. Melo was in his sophomore year with the Denver Nuggets at that particular time. In the presence of over 300 family members and guests, they exchanged vows at the Cipriani, an Italian hotel in New York, on July 10, 2010. The basketball superstar sealed the deal during his last season with the Nuggets, tying the knot with the MTV VJ.
29. Vincent Cassel and Tina Kunakey
In April 2023, the entertainment world was shaken by the news of Vincent Cassel's divorce from Tina Kunakey. An insider revealed this to the Daily Mail, stating that the model was finding it difficult to cope with the breakup. Later Vincent Cassel removed all the shared photos with Kunakey from his photo blog and did not wish the model a happy birthday.
Vincent Cassel and Tina Kunakey met in 2016. Tina confessed to Vogue France that she didn't even suspect that Vincent was a famous actor but immediately felt that he was her destiny. The couple have a daughter named Amazonie.
30. Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez
In 2021, another star couple, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez, decided to part ways. Originally planning a wedding ceremony in 2020, the pandemic disrupted their plans, leading to the postponement of the celebration.
Lopez and Rodriguez began their relationship in 2017. Over time, the couple began to experience conflicts, and despite efforts, as reported by Yahoo, to salvage their relationship, they eventually decided to separate.
31. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
In 2021, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West divorced. The pair had been married for almost seven years and were raising four children. The deterioration of the relationship between the former couple was attributed to the rapper's behavior in public and his anti-Semitic statements, as shared by the reality show star in the podcast Angie Martinez IRL.
West first appeared on the Kardashian family's reality show in 2010. To propose, he rented a baseball stadium. The couple married in Italy in May 2014, and their wedding photo became the most popular Instagram post then.
32. Soleil Moon Frye and Jason Goldberg
In December 2020, USA Today reported that Jason Goldberg and Soleil Moon Frye were going their separate ways. In 2022, they officially divorced. The couple was granted joint custody of their four children. Additionally, as per the court's decision, Goldberg is obligated to pay child support for $17,281 per month.
Frye and Goldberg tied the knot in 1998. In October 2008, they reaffirmed their commitment by renewing their vows at their residence in Hollywood Hills, marking a decade of marriage.
33. Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis
Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis confirmed to ET in November 2020 that they had called off their engagement after seven years. According to comments from the former nanny of the celebrity couple, provided to Daily Mail in October 2022, the reason for the breakup was Olivia's romantic involvement with 28-year-old musician Harry Styles.
Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis met in 2011 during the filming of Saturday Night Live. In January 2013, the couple got engaged, although they never got married. In the court documents obtained by Daily Mail, it is mentioned that Jason will pay the mother of his children $27,500 per month. The amount is broken down into $10,300 for their 9-year-old son Otis and $17,200 for their 7-year-old daughter Daisy.
34. Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown
In the summer of 2020, People reported that Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown ended their romance without stating the reasons. But it came as a real surprise to the public, as in 2021, the couple had been displaying a genuine idyll through the paparazzi's lenses.
For almost nine years, Gerard Butler was in a relationship with the developer and designer Morgan Brown. The couple was first seen in public on one of the beaches in Malibu in 2014. Later, in 2016, 2017, and 2020 the lovers briefly separated, but every time they reconciled again.
35. Bill Hader and Rachel Bilson
Bill Hader and Rachel Bilson parted ways in 2020 after a brief romance. In the same year, Rachel appeared on the Call Her Daddy podcast with Alex Cooper, where she shared her feelings about the breakup with her ex-lover. According to her, it all happened during the height of the pandemic, and dealing with the emotions proved to be very challenging for her. Moreover, she even experienced depression. In her words, this period was more difficult than childbirth.
The actress, aged 41, was in a relationship with comedian Bill Hader in 2020. The former couple made a joint appearance at the 77th Annual Golden Globes. However, their relationship didn't work out, and they decided to end it quickly.
36. Darius Rucker and Beth Leonard
In July 2020, Darius Rucker and Beth Leonard publicly disclosed their separation after two decades of marriage. They remained friends and parents to their two children, supporting each other. In an interview on Apple Music’s Today’s Country Radio With Kelleigh Bannen, country singer Rucker spoke highly of his ex-wife, stating that she is a wonderful mother and wife.
Darius and Beth initially met in 1998. Darius mentioned in a 2010 interview with The Boot that initially, she was hesitant to go on a date with him. One day, the singer stumbled in front of his beloved and fell at her feet. He quickly regained composure and proposed to the girl. At that moment, she just laughed. Indeed, Darius married Beth in 2000.
37. Armie Hammer and Elizabeth Chambers
The 10-year marriage of actor Armie Hammer and TV host and model Elizabeth Chambers couldn't withstand the test of time. According to TMZ, Elizabeth filed for divorce in July 2020. Six months later, several women made allegations against Hammer of sexual assault, psychological and emotional abuse, and even cannibalism, as reported by Hello magazine. In June 2023, the accusations were dropped due to a lack of evidence.
Armie and Elizabeth had been dating since 2007. The couple shares a five-year-old daughter, Harper, and a three-year-old son, Ford.
38. Kacey Musgraves and Ruston Kelly
Kacey Musgraves and Ruston Kelly declared their divorce filing in July 2020. In an interview with Rolling Stone in February 2021, the country singer openly talked about the reason for her breakup with her ex-lover. According to her, their relationship simply didn't work out and didn't yield the expected results. She mentioned that they could be good friends but not spouses.
Musgraves and the 32-year-old Kelly exchanged vows in Tennessee in October 2017, over a year after first meeting at a songwriters' showcase at the renowned Bluebird Cafe in Nashville.
39. Clark Gregg and Jennifer Grey
Clark Gregg and Jennifer Grey were married for 19 years, and in January 2020 they decided to divorce. The 60-year-old star of Dirty Dancing and the 58-year-old Avengers actor simultaneously announced the decision on their respective Instagram accounts. There is no information about any scandals or serious conflicts; the couple parted ways amicably.
Additionally, in the divorce settlement, Jennifer Grey will retain the full earnings and residuals from Dirty Dancing, amounting to 100 percent.
Jennifer Grey and Clark Gregg began dating in 2000 and got married a year later on the beach of Martha's Vineyard. In December of the same year, their only daughter, Stella Gregg, was born. She is now 18 years old.
40. Steve Howey and Sarah Shahi
Steve Howey and Sarah Shahi opted to go their separate ways in April 2020. On the Not Skinny but Not Fat podcast in 2023, Sarah revealed that her role in the TV series Sex/Life prompted her to reflect on her relationships. The actress realized she was very unhappy and decided to get a divorce. Later, on the set, she met her new boyfriend, actor Adam Demos.
Steve and Sarah met in 2003 when Shahi made an appearance on an episode of Reba. The former Dallas Cowboys cheerleader initiated a romantic relationship with Howey. In February 2009, the couple got married in Las Vegas. Just five months later, they welcomed their first child, a son named William. The family grew once more in March 2015 with the birth of their twins, Violet and Knox.
41. Dr. Dre and Nicole Young
The renowned American rapper and producer, Andre Romelle Young, better known by his stage name Dr. Dre, shocked fans in 2020 when he announced his divorce from his 24-year-old wife, Nicole Young. According to TMZ, Nicole initiated the divorce proceedings. In legal documents, Young accused her husband of cruel treatment. She stated that the abusive behavior of her husband resulted in her developing post-traumatic stress disorder. Dr. Dre denies the allegations of cruel treatment.
In December 2021 Sky News revealed that Nicole would receive $100 million and will retain all her jewelry and luxury cars. Nicole was married when she met Dr. Dre in the mid-90s. The rapper actively sought her attention and even wrote her a romantic letter, pleading for her to leave her husband. Eventually, they got married in 1996.
42. Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock
Kelly Clarkson filed for divorce from Brandon Blackstock in June 2020 after 7 years of marriage. She argued that both of them "deserve the chance to build a new life." According to People, Blackstock will receive over $1.3 million from Clarkson and $45,000 per month in child support.
Kelly Clarkson met Brandon Blackstock at the Academy of Country Music Awards ceremony in 2006, where Kelly was rehearsing a duet with Rascal Flatts, and Brandon was present as the country group's tour manager. It took several years for their relationship to evolve beyond friendship. And only after meeting again at the Super Bowl six years later did their relationship truly take off. She fell in love with Brandon, and they got married in 2013.
43. Jordana Brewster and Andrew Form
In the summer of 2020, Fast and Furious star Jordana Brewster ended her relationship with producer Andrew Form. According to People, they had been living separately since the beginning of 2020. The actress admitted that she felt a lack of attention from her husband. After the divorce, she met the actor Mason Morfit and married him in September 3, 2021.
Jordana Brewster and Andrew Form met in 2005 on the set of the film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning. Two years later, they exchanged vows on one of the islands in the Caribbean. The couple has two sons - 6-year-old Julian and 4-year-old Rowan - born through surrogacy.
44. Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph
Colton Underwood announced in May 2020 that he and Cassie Randolph were parting ways. The real reason for the divorce emerged in 2021. On Good Morning America Underwood came out as gay, confessing that he had struggled with himself for a long time. According to People, Cassie heard this revelation for the first time along with the rest of the public. In May 2023, Colton was married with 38-year-old political technologist Jordan Brown.
Underwood and Randolph crossed paths during the filming of Season 23 of The Bachelor, which aired in 2019. However, Cassie chose to leave the show in its final weeks, expressing her unreadiness for engagement. Underwood tried to persuade her to stay by ending his relationships with the remaining contestants, Hannah Godwin and Tayshia Adams. Eventually, the two reconciled and concluded the show as a couple.
45. Julianne Hough and Brooks Laich
This time, the ranks of the divorced have been joined by actress and choreographer Julianne Hough and hockey player Brooks Laich, as reported by People in May 2020. Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, the couple separated, with Hough staying in Los Angeles, and Laich moving to Idaho. They had previously decided to divorce. The couple had already signed a prenuptial agreement, outlining the division of their respective properties.
Julianne and Brooks were married for 3 years. They announced their engagement in 2015 and legalized their relationship in 2017. After the wedding, the hockey player told E! News that before meeting Brooks, he didn't know what love was. The couple planned to undergo in vitro fertilization. However, it seems they were not destined to become parents together.
46. Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse
The stars of the Riverdale Cole Sprouse and Lili Reinhart, parted ways in April 2020. The rumors began to spread in the press about Sprouse's alleged infidelity, suggesting he was involved in a romance with Kaia Gerber. In her interview with Refinery29, Lili admitted that the past few months after the breakup were the most emotional of her life, and she even had to attend therapy sessions.
The celebrity couple met on the set of their joint project Riverdale in 2017. Within a month, Cole posted a photo of Lili among flowers on his social media, leading fans to suspect that romantic feelings were blossoming between them. In 2018, they celebrated New Year together in Hawaii and later traveled to Paris in the spring, where they were captured by paparazzi. The actors officially confirmed their relationship for the first time in 2018 on the red carpet of the Met Gala.
47. Chris Powell and Heidi Powell
In 2019, Heidi Powell shared in her blog that her marriage with former Extreme Weight Loss star Chris Powell was strong but faced challenging situations. The couple even decided to try an unconventional 30-day sex challenge to revive their marriage, as reported by Yahoo. However, it did not help. In 2020, Chris posted on Instagram that he and his wife had chosen to go their separate ways.
Heidi Powell shared with TransformHQ in 2019 that they got married in 2010 in a morning wedding at a strip club at 6:43 am, a time chosen by Chris's mother's astrologer. They have two children.
48. Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green
In 2022, actors Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green officially divorced. According to the Daily Mail, the reason was Megan's desire to advance her career. Green, it seems, wanted his partner to spend more time at home with the children, but she was focused on acquiring new roles. According to TMZ, the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement, and under California law, everything they acquired during their 10-year marriage will be split evenly.
The actors agreed to share joint custody of their three children. Additionally, Megan, who had taken Green's last name, reverted to her maiden name, Fox. Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green started dating when she was eighteen, and he was thirty-one. They first got engaged in 2006 but called off the engagement three years later. Later, they got married in June 2010 in Hawaii.
49. Jaime King and Kyle Newman
The divorce of Sin City star Jaime King and director Kyle Newman was quite scandalous and complicated. According to Page Six, King submitted a request for a restraining order against domestic violence and filed an urgent motion concerning child custody and visitation. Simultaneously, Newman accused his star wife of "chronic" substance abuse involving drugs and alcohol.
Jaime King and Kyle Newman met in January 2005, while working on the set of Fanboys. The couple got married on November 23. Their firstborn, James Knight, was born on October 6, 2013. In 2014, it became known about Jaime's ovarian issues and a diagnosis of infertility. The actress underwent treatment, including five rounds of IVF and 26 attempts at artificial insemination, and the following year, she announced her pregnancy. The second son of the King-Newmans, Leo Thames, was born on July 16. Taylor Swift became the godmother of the boy.
50. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver
The 25-year love story between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver concluded with a divorce process in 2021. The divorce proceedings lasted a full 10 years after their relationship ended in 2011. According to the Daily Mail, the reason was Arnold's prolonged affair with the housekeeper Mildred Baena, who also happened to give birth to his son, Joseph. When this story leaked to the press, Maria Shriver filed for divorce. Schwarzenegger publicly acknowledged his paternity and started providing support to Joseph.
Maria and Arnold first met in the 80s at one of the charity tennis tournaments. The young journalist immediately captured the actor's heart. Nine years later, they finally tied the knot. The wife consistently supported Schwarzenegger, and while he built his career on the set, she took care of the household and the upbringing of their four children.