See All the Hollywood Couples Who Split in 2019

Channing Tatum and Jessie J

After more than a year of dating, Channing Tatum and Jessie J have called it quits. “[They] broke up about a month ago,” a source told Us Weekly. That said, the Magic Mike star, 39, and the “Bang Bang” singer, 31, are “still really close and still good friends.”

Colin Firth and Livia Giuggioli

After being married for 22 years, Colin Firth and his wife Livia Giuggioli have called it quits. The pair tied the knot in 1997, and share two kids — sons Luca and Matteo. The Love Actually actors also has another child, Will, from a previous relationship with actress Meg Tilly.

“They maintain a close friendship and remain united in their love for their children. They kindly ask for privacy. There will be no further comment,” a statement read via E! News.

William Shatner and Elizabeth Shatner

After 18 years of marriage, William Shatner has reportedly filed for divorce from wife Elizabeth Shatner. The Star Trek alum, 88, and the horse trainer wed in 2001 and, according to TMZ, signed a prenup before tying the knot. This is William’s fourth marriage, as he was previously married to Gloria Rand from 1956 to 1969, Marcy Lafferty from 1973 to 1996 and Nerine Kiddfrom 1997 to 1999.

Justin Hartley and Chrishell Stause

After two years of marriage, actor Justin Hartley has filed for divorce from wife Chrishell, 38. The This Is Us star, 42, filed on Friday, November 22, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the breakup and the listing the date of separation as July 8, according to Us Weekly. The couple have no children together.

Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan

One year after Jenna Dewan filed for divorce from Channing Tatum after nine years of marriage, a judge has declared them legally single. That said, TMZ reports the two will need to work out a custody agreement for daughter Everly, 6.

Eva Amurri and Kyle Martino

Eva Amurri announced she and her husband of 8 years, Kyle Martino, have officially split. The Banger Sisters actress, who is currently pregnant with the former couple’s third child, took to Twitter on Friday, November 15, to share the heartbreaking news.

“Our family is starting down a new path. After a lot of thoughtful consideration, and work on our relationship, we have made the difficult decision to lovingly part ways as a couple,” the 34-year-old wrote in a series of tweets alongside a photo of their adorable family. “We are committed to, and excited about, raising our three beautiful children as close friends and deep partners, and we have the utmost respect for one another. We feel so grateful for the wonderful gifts we have created and received throughout our decade together.”

The brunette beauty, who shares daughter Marlowe and son Major with the former professional soccer player, insisted that the breakup was amicable. “We have realized over time that the best path to happiness for us as a family is in this different directionand we look forward to forging ahead in to a new beautiful relationship,” she explained. “We appreciate your support and understanding as we navigate this new transition for our family. All the love, Eva & Kyle.”

Vilailuck “Pepper” Teigen and Ron Teigen

Chrissy Teigen‘s parents, Vilailuck “Pepper” Teigen and Ron Teigen Sr., have split. Ron filed for divorce from Pepper on Tuesday, November 5, citing “irreconcilable difference” and requesting a “dissolution without minor children,” Us Weekly reported. Aside from being parents to Chrissy, 33, the couple also share another daughter named Tina. The listed date of separation is January 2017.

Reba McEntire and Anthony “Skeeter” Lasuzzo

Closer Weekly broke the news that Reba McEntire and boyfriend Anthony “Skeeter” Lasuzzo had split on Tuesday, November 5. The lovebirds — who began dating in 2017 — “just didn’t mesh very well.”

“At the end of the day, they decided it wasn’t a match made in heaven, as they both initially thought,” an insider told Closer Weekly about what went wrong between them. “[The breakup] was amicable.”

Ron Perlman and Opal Perlman

Hellboy actor Ron Perlman, 69, filed for divorce from his wife of nearly 40 years, Opal Perlman, on Tuesday, November 5, In Touch reported. This comes just months after paparazzi spotted him with StartUp costar Allison Dunbar in May — which happened yet again just days before he filed the paperwork.

Ron and Opal share two children together.

Anthony Mackie and Sheletta Chapital

Even though they split in 2017 and finalized their divorce in 2018, we’re still putting Anthony Mackie and Sheletta Chapital on the 2019 list because the world only found out about their breakup — via TMZ — this year! The Avengers actor, 41, and Sheletta married in 2014 and together they share three children.

Solange Knowles and Alan Ferguson

After nearly five years of marriage, Solange Knowles and husband Alan Ferguson have split. The 33-year-old singer took to Instagram on Friday, November 1, to announce the news herself.

“11 years ago I met a phenomenal man who changed every existence of my life,” she wrote. “Early this year we separated and parted ways (and tho it ain’t nan no body business) I find it necessary to protect the sacredness of my personal truth and to live in it fully just as I have before and will continue to do.”

Ian Ziering and Erin Ludwig

After nine years of marriage, Ian Ziering and Erin Ludwig have split, the BH90210 star revealed on Instagram. The pair share their two kids — daughters Mia Loren, 8, and Penna Mae, 6.

“It is with a heavy heart that I tell you Erin and I are splitting up,” he wrote on Thursday, October 31. “With our hectic work schedules we could not be busier, and over the last few years have grown apart. She is one of the most incredible women I have ever met and the best mom to our kids.”

“It has come to my attention that things are being written and said to sensationalize a situation that is simply not sensational,” the social media post continued. “Any quote attributed to me is completely false and solely meant by haters to undermine our intention to continue to get along, protect and raise our daughters, and be examples of successful co-parents. We ask that you respect our privacy at this difficult time as we focus on what is important to us, our girls. Peace and love, Ian.”

Rosie O’Donnell and Elizabeth Rooney

About a year after revealing their engagement in October 2018, Rosie O’Donnell and fiancée Elizabeth Rooney split. Sources told RadarOnline.com the former The View cohost hadn’t mentioned the Massachusetts cop “in a while” and that Elizabeth had deleted the post detailing Rosie’s proposal from Instagram.

Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker

On Wednesday, October 30, Claws star Niecy Nash took to Instagram to post a joint message with husband Jay Tucker announcing that they were separating after eight years of wedded bliss.

“We believe in the beauty of truth. Always have. Our truth is that in this season of our lives, we are better friends than partners in marriage. Our union was such a gorgeous ride. And as we go our separate ways now, we feel fortunate for the love we share — present tense,” it reads. “Thank you all out there for your support of us as a couple over the last eight years. We are grateful.”

Meg Ryan and John Mellencamp

Meg Ryan and John Mellencamp have called off their engagement, Closer Weekly confirmed on Wednesday, October 30. This is the third time the on-again, off-again couple — who began dating in 2010 — have called it quits. The only different this time? It’s happening almost exactly a year after the “Jack and Diane” singer, 68, popped the question to the You’ve Got Mail actress, 57, in November 2018.

Hour after news broke that the two had parted ways yet again, a source close to the pair exclusively told Closer Weekly “[Meg] will always love John” and questioned whether or not they will give it another go.

Jim Carrey and Ginger Gonzaga

After less than a year of dating, Us Weekly reports that Jim Carrey and Ginger Gonzaga have officially called it quits. The 57-year-old actor and his 35-year-old girlfriend — who have appeared together on Showtime’s Kidding as love interests — made their red carpet debut at the 2019 Golden Globes in January.

Christina Hendricks and Geoffrey Arend

Mad Men alum Christina Hendricks, 44, and husband Geoffrey Arend, 41, have broken up after 10 years together, Us Weekly confirms. The two married in October 2009.

“Twelve years ago we fell in love and became partners. We joined our two amazing families, had countless laughs, made wonderful friends and were blessed with incredible opportunities. Today we take our next step together, but on separate paths. We will always be grateful for the love we’ve shared and will always work together to raise our two beautiful dogs,” the pair said in a joint statement to the outlet on Thursday, October 17. “We will be taking time to rediscover ourselves in this transition and we thank you for your patience and support in giving us the space to do so.”

Odette Annable and Dave Annable

Dave Annable, 40, and Odette Annable, 34, have split after nine years together, Us Weekly confirmed. The Brothers & Sisters costars — who married in October 2010 — are parents to their daughter, Charlie Mae Annable, 4, who was born in September 2015.

“It’s with heavy hearts that we have come to the mutual decision to separate at this time,” the pair confirmed in a statement to the outlet. “Our daughter is our primary concern and we remain committed to co-parenting her together. We ask that you please respect our family’s privacy at this time.”

Anson Williams

Some marriages just don’t last forever — and that’s the case with Anson Williams and wife Jackie Gerken. The Happy Days star recently filed for divorce in California superior court due to “irreconcilable differences,” according to TMZ.

He reportedly said, “Despite best efforts to work things out or make allowances, and as difficult as it is, sometimes you have to do what’s best for everyone.”

In 1988, Anson and Jackie got married after his first marriage to actress Lorrie Mahaffey failed. The former couple got divorced in 1986 after spending more than 10 years together.

Sarah Palin and Todd Palin

Sarah Palin and Todd Palin have split after more than 30 years of marriage, according to documents obtained by Closer Weekly. Docs revealed that the former Governor of Alaska’s husband filed for divorce in Anchorage Superior Court on Friday, September 6. Todd cited an “incompatibility of temperament between the parties such that they find it impossible to live together as husband and wife.”

Sarah and Todd — who tied the knot in 1988 — are seeking joint legal custody of their youngest child, 11-year-old Trig. The former couple are also the parents of their adult children: Track Palin, 30, Bristol Palin, 28, Willow Palin, 25, and Piper Palin, 18.

Zooey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik

Zooey Deschanel and Jacob Pechenik officially split after four years of marriage. The New Girl actress and the movie producer — who share daughter Elsie, 4, and son Charlie, 2 — announced the end of their marriage on Friday, September 6.

“After much discussion and a long period of contemplation we have decided we are better off as friends, business partners and coparents rather than life partners,” a rep confirmed with E! News. “We remain committed to our business, our values and most of all our children. Thank you for respecting our privacy at this time.”

Matt Lauer and Annette Roque

After splitting with his wife, Annette Roque, shortly after Matt Lauer admitted to sexual misconduct in the workplace back in November 2017, Closer Weekly confirmed with Suffolk County Supreme Court that their divorce was officially finalized on Thursday, September 5.

The former Today show host’s wife of about 20 years first filed for divorce at the Suffolk County Court in mid-July. The couple share the three children together — Jack, 18; Thijs, 12, and Romy, 15.

Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx

They’re dunzo! Insiders confirmed to In Touch on Monday, August 19, that Katie Holmes and Jamie Foxx had broken up after six years of dating. Sources say the split has everything to do with Jamie, 51, promising to quit partying but “nothing’s changed” and Katie, 40, wanting to be with someone “more mature and ready to settle down.”

Kenya Barris and Dr. Rainbow Edwards-Barris

Kenya Barris, creator of black-ish, spent his 45th birthday on Friday, August 9, by filing for divorce from his wife of about 20 years, Dr. Raina “Rainbow” Barris, the Associated Press reports. Their marriage inspired the ABC sitcom, with them being played by Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross and their real-life ups and downs being depicted.

Raina actually filed for divorce back in 2014, but the couple — who share a grand total of six children together — were able to work through it, withdrawing the request the following year.

Joanna Kerns and Marc Appleton

Joanna Kerns and Marc Appleton are calling it quits after nearly 25 years of marriage. The Growing Pains star, 66, filed for divorce from her L.A. architect husband — whom she married in September 1994 — on Friday, August 9, according to TMZ. Though Joanna is mom to her daughter Ashely with ex-husband Richard Kerns, she and Marc shared no children.

Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk

Oh no! Word spread on June 6 that Bradley Cooper and Irina Skayk officially called it quits after four years of dating. Prior to their bombshell breakup, multiple sources told In Touch the A-list couple had been “on the verge of splitting for months.”

According to insiders, the two — who share 2-year-old Lea — have “tried to make it work for the sake of their daughter,” but the reality is that they “both have busy lives and careers which has made the process very long and drawn out.”

The former flames are currently figuring out how to share custody of their daughter.

Fergie and Josh Duhamel

It’s a good thing big girls don’t cry because we’d be hysterical! Following her separation from former hubby Josh Duhamel in September 2017, Fergie filed for divorce on May 31, 2019. The amicable exes went their separate ways but neither one had filed for divorce — until now.

Although they may be officially over soon, together Fergie and Josh are raising their 5-year-old son, Axel. The sweet parents have also been spotted out and about since their split. We love a couple who can coparent!

Joey Fatone and Kelly Baldwin

Joey Fatone announced that he and his estranged wife, Kelly Baldwin, are going their separate ways. The *NSYNC singer — who has been dating Izabel Araujo for some time now — said he filed for divorce on May 13.

Joey and Kelly tied the knot in 2004 and welcomed two children together, 18-year-old Briahna and 9-year-old Kloey.

Ben Affleck and Lindsay Shookus

The on-and-off couple Ben Affleck and Lindsay Shookus most recently split in April — less than three months since rekindling their romance. The duo reportedly gave their relationship another shot, but sadly decided to go their separate ways, a source confirmed to Closer Weekly at the time.

“After having a lengthy discussion about where their relationship was going they both agreed that it was unrealistic to take things to the next level because of family commitments and living arrangements,” the insider dished about why they decided to break up for the second time. “Lindsay doesn’t want to disrupt daughter Madeline’s life by moving her from New York to L.A. and Ben can’t move his kids to New York so they decided to call it quits. It was all very emotional!”

Michelle Williams and Phil Elverum

The Greatest Showman actress Michelle Williams and her musician husband, Phil Elverum, split up after less than one year of marriage. “Michelle and Phil separated at the beginning of the year. It was an amicable spilt and they remain friends,” a source close to the former couple told People in April.

Michelle was previously in a relationship with Heath Ledger, who sadly died in 2008 following an accidental drug overdose. The pair shared a 13-year-old daughter, Matilda.

Wendy Williams and Kevin Hunter

Wendy Williams shocked her fans when she filed for divorce from husband Kevin Hunter after more than 21 years of marriage in April, sources confirmed to Closer Weekly at the time.
“Thank you to everyone for respecting the family’s privacy during this time. Kevin is supportive of Wendy and they are working through this process together,” says the representative of the talk show host. “No additional comment will be provided at this time.”
Prior to the divorce announcement, Wendy revealed she was living in a sober house to get her past addiction struggles under control. “Well, for some time now — and even today and beyond — I have been living in a sober house. You know I’ve had a struggle with cocaine in my past. I never went to a place to get the treatment. I don’t know how, except God was sitting on my shoulder,” the 54-year-old admitted on live TV. “I want you to know more of the story. So, this is my autobiographical story and I’m living it.”

Andy Richter and Sarah Thyre

Andy Richter and Sarah Thyre shared the news of their divorce via Twitter on April 13. The beloved couple, who were married for over 27 years, shocked fans when they announced their sad news.

“It is with sadness that Sarah and I announce that we have separated and have begun divorce proceedings,” the couple, who share 18-year-old son William and 12-year-old daughter Mercy, said in a statement. “We are extremely proud of the life we’ve built together and shared with so many friends over the years, and even though our marriage has reached its completion we will always maintain a loving friendship and parenting partnership.”

Adele and Simon Konecki

Adele and Simon Konecki called it quits after eight years of marriage. In April, a rep for the iconic singer announced in a statement that “Adele and her partner have separated,” according to The Associated Press.

The former couple, who share their 6-year-old son, Angelo, began dating in 2011. “They are committed to raising their son together lovingly. As always they ask for privacy. There will be no further comment,” the rep added.

Nicolas Cage and Erika Koike

Yikes! Nicolas Cage filed for an annulment from wife Erika Koike in late March — just four days after they secretly tied the knot in Las Vegas, according to court records obtained from Clark County District Court and viewed by Closer Weekly.

The National Treasure actor asked that a divorce be granted if an annulment was not able to be fulfilled, according to The Blast.

Ryan Seacrest and Shayna Taylor

Ryan Seacrest and Shayna Taylor ended their relationship after they seemed to be going strong for nearly three years. The National Enquirer, who broke the story, reported the news in late February.

“It’s over,” an insider revealed to the outlet on February 27. Ryan, 44, and Shayna, 26, first met in 2013 when they were introduced by friends. Although they called it quits in 2014, the Live! With Kelly and Ryan host and his food blogger girlfriend rekindled their romance and moved to New York City from Los Angeles together in 2017 after Ryan landed the gig on the weekly morning TV show.

Lady Gaga and Christian Carino

Lady Gaga and her fiancé, Christian Carino, ended their engagement around February. The former couple, who dated for nearly two years, sparked speculation that they were breaking up after the “Bad Romance” songstress was spotted without her engagement ring at the 2019 Grammys in February. That same night, Gaga also failed to acknowledge her man while making an acceptance speech — something she has done many times in the past.

Although some time has passed, the Academy Award-winner was heartbroken over the loss of their relationship. “She was devastated at first,” an insider told Us Weekly of the A Star Is Born actress, adding that Christian’s personality “infringed on her creative process” leading up to their split. “[She] couldn’t risk jeopardizing her career in that way, over a man, and that’s not something she would stand for.”

Tom Arnold and Ashley Groussman

Tom Arnold announced in January that he and his fourth wife, Ashley Groussman, are calling it quits after nearly 10 years of marriage. The Roseanne actor confirmed the split to Radar Online on January 21. Not too long after, Tom also opened up to Us Weekly at the premiere of his latest movie, Dead Ant, to reveal their separation was going to happen eventually.

“It’s a long time coming and we have been together for almost 11 years. And very grateful. I have many good years. I have my children because of my wife,” Tom told the magazine, adding that Ashley recently moved out of the former couple’s home.

Brie Larson and Alex Greenwald

Brie Larson and Alex Greenwald called off their engagement in mid-January, according to multiple reports at the time.

“They have taken a step back from their engagement for the time being but they remain close,” a source told People, who was first to report the split. The Captain Marvel actress and the Donnie Darko star announced their engagement in May 2016 after three years of dating.

Heather Locklear and Chris Heisser

Heather Locklear and her longtime love Chris Heisser called it quits once again in January. The former high school sweethearts reconnected in 2016 and eventually went public with their relationship in September 2017. E News! reported on January 16 that the duo officially split up.

Last February, the Melrose Place star was arrested on a charge of felony domestic battery and three counts of misdemeanor battery on an officer in California. At the time, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office claimed she had “battered her boyfriend.”

Larry King and Shawn King

It’s the end of an era! Larry King filed for divorce from his seventh wife, Shawn King (née Southwick), on Tuesday,  August 20, in L.A. County court, Closer can confirm. The famed talk show host and his former flame, Shawn, have been together for 22 years, but now their marriage is coming to an end.

We wish them all the best going forward.