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The 10 Most Unexpected Celebrity Divorces of 2024
2024-12-14
After a long and eventful journey through the world of relationships, we find ourselves at a crossroads in 2024. Many couples who had once seemed unbreakable have now faced the difficult decision to part ways. These stories serve as a reminder that even the most seemingly perfect unions can have their challenges.

Uncovering the Hidden Breakups of 2024

Isla Fisher & Sacha Baron Cohen: A Decade of Marriage Ends

In April of this year, Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen shocked the world with their announcement of a split after 13 years of marriage. These two, who had shared a life together for over two decades and had three children together, took to Instagram to share the news. They stated, "After a long tennis match lasting over twenty years, we are finally putting our racquets down. In 2023, we jointly filed to end our marriage. We have always prioritized our privacy and have been quietly working through this change. We forever share in our devotion and love for our children. We sincerely appreciate you respecting our family’s wish for privacy." This decision was not an easy one for them, but they knew it was the best for their family.During their time together, they had created countless memories and faced various challenges. Their separation is a testament to the fact that even the strongest bonds can be tested by life's circumstances.

Chance the Rapper & Kirsten Corley: A Decade of Love Comes to an End

Chance the Rapper's journey from a young boy to a married man was a remarkable one. He met Kirsten Corley while attending a holiday party with his family and they reconnected later in life. In 2018, they tied the knot, but after over a decade together, they announced their divorce in 2024. Chance shared on his Instagram story, "After a period of separation, the two of us have arrived at the decision to part ways. We came to this decision amicably and with gratitude for the same time we spent together. God has blessed us with two beautiful daughters who we will continue to raise together." Their divorce is a reminder that even in the midst of love, there are times when paths diverge.

Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck: A Love Story That Fizzles Out

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's love story was a tale that spanned two decades. They initially connected in the early 2000s, got engaged, but ultimately called it off. Years later, they reconnected and got married in 2022, but their relationship didn't last long. By 2024, they had privately called it quits. Jennifer later shared with Interview Magazine that her "whole f—ing world exploded" amid the divorce. She realized that she needed to find her own joy and happiness and that being in a relationship didn't define her. This experience taught her valuable lessons about herself and her life.During their time together, they had faced the ups and downs of fame and relationship. Their split is a reminder that even the most star-studded relationships can have their limitations.

Channing Tatum & Zoë Kravitz: A Short-Lived Romance

Channing Tatum and Zoë Kravitz's relationship was a surprise to many. They met while working on Zoë's film Blink Twice and started a romance during the pandemic. In October 2023, they quietly got engaged, but their relationship didn't work out and they announced their split in 2024. Sources told PEOPLE that "they haven't been on the same page and grew apart." Their story is a reminder that sometimes, even the most unexpected connections can fizzle out.

Nikki Garcia & Artem Chigvintsev: A Marriage Cut Short

Nikki Garcia and Artem Chigvintsev's relationship took an unexpected turn when they announced their divorce after several years together. They first met on the set of Dancing With The Stars and developed a relationship. In 2019, they got engaged and had their first child. They tied the knot in 2022, but their marriage was short-lived. In August 2024, a fight between them turned physical and Artem was arrested on accusations of corporal injury to spouse, although no criminal charges were filed. Just weeks later, Nikki filed for divorce. Despite the challenges they faced, they have now agreed to dismiss the restraining orders and settle their divorce.

Rachel Zoe & Rodger Berman: A 26-Year Marriage Ends

Designer Rachel Zoe and her husband Rodger Berman had been married for 26 years when they announced their divorce in 2024. They first met in college and had two children together. In their joint statement on Instagram, they said, "After 33 years together and 26 years married, Rodger and I have come to the mutual decision to end our marriage. We are incredibly proud of the loving family we have created and our countless memories together. Our number one priority has been and will always be our children. We are committed to co-parent our boys and to continue to work together within the many businesses we share." Their divorce is a reminder that even in the midst of a successful career and a long marriage, there are times when change is necessary.

Bethenny Frankel & Paul Bernon: A Six-Year Relationship Ends

In May, Bethenny Frankel and Paul Bernon announced their split after six years of dating. They had met in 2018 and got engaged in 2021, but Bethenny said they split after the "really traumatic loss" of her mother at the end of April. She initiated the breakup because she felt there needed to be a change in their relationship. She explained on the Just B with Bethenny Frankel podcast, "The breakup was something that I initiated. I wasn’t happy. Something needed to change. It was certainly mutual. The relationship had its challenges, and nobody dumped anybody." This experience taught her about her own emotions and the importance of self-care.

Leah Remini & Angelo Pagan: A 21-Year Marriage Ends

Leah Remini surprised fans when she announced her divorce from Angelo Pagan after 21 years of marriage. She explained that the decision took a lot of "thought and care" and that they were approaching it with a "positive outlook." She noted that since they were best friends for so long, they still planned to spend time together with their daughter. Their split is a reminder that sometimes, even in the face of long-term commitment, relationships can change and evolve.

Rachel Lindsay & Bryan Abasolo: A Bachelor Franchise Divorce

Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo were one of the success stories to come out of the Bachelor franchise, but their story took a turn this year. In January, Bryan filed for divorce after four years of marriage. Their initial statements led fans to believe they had just grown apart, but things became messy. With no prenup, Bryan requested spousal support and for Rachel to pay some of his legal fees. Since then, the former couple have made various allegations about their marriage. As of now, their divorce is still legally playing out.

Jax Taylor & Brittany Cartwright: A Five-Year Marriage Ends

In February, Vanderpump Rules stars Jax Taylor and Brittany Cartwright announced their separation after five years of marriage. Brittany, who has one child with Jax, didn't officially file for divorce until August while her ex was in an in-patient treatment for his mental health. She had tried for months to reconcile with him, but the situation didn't improve. She told PEOPLE, "Even through our separation, I still was holding on hope that we could work things out. I think it’s been very obvious how much I loved him and how hard I tried to work on our relationship. I wanted to make sure I did every single thing I could possibly do to give it a chance and to try for my family, for my son, for my future, but I couldn’t do it anymore. I had to put myself first." Their story is a reminder that sometimes, even in the face of love, personal growth and well-being take priority.
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