Celebrities who split up in 2023

Celebrity breakups can be messy, or impossibly discreet and amicable, yet they never fail to captivate fans’ attention. When high-profile couples part ways, speculation and excitement inevitably follow, regardless of how carefully their PR teams attempt to shape the narrative.

As we delve into 2023, a surge of notable breakups has already made headlines. From Taylor Swift’s unexpected separation from Joe Alwyn to Billy Porter’s divorce and the unraveling of Billie Eilish’s relationship in less than a year, this year seems poised to rival the celebrity heartbreak of 2022. (Recall last year’s noteworthy splits, including Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles, Leonardo DiCaprio and Camila Morrone, Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson, and Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet.)

Explore the major celebrity breakups of 2023 below, and stay tuned for updates as new separations make headlines.

Cardi B and Offset

Cardi B and Offset, both aged 31, decided to unfollow each other on Instagram in December 2023, triggering speculation about their relationship status. Cardi later confirmed the news on social media, expressing that she had outgrown the relationship. In an Instagram Stories post, she wrote, “You know when you just outgrow relationships,” and during a live stream, she referred to herself as “single,” explaining that she has been in this state for a while. Cardi expressed her desire for a fresh start in 2024, embracing a new life and beginning.

Cardi and Offset initially got together in 2017 and secretly married later that year. The couple, who shares two children, daughter Kulture Kiari Cephus (5) and son Wave Set Cephus (2), has been open about their on-again, off-again relationship.

Eric McCormack and Janet Leigh Holden McCormack

Will & Grace star Eric McCormack and wife Janet Leigh Holden McCormack are ending their 26-year marriage. Janet filed for divorce on November 22, citing irreconcilable differences.

The McCormacks met in 1994 on the set of the CBS TV series Lonesome Dove and got married in 1997. They share one son, Finnigan Holden McCormack.

First look at Andrew Scott as con man in new Netflix series Ripley

The first glimpse of Ripley, Netflix’s latest series featuring Andrew Scott, has been unveiled through three captivating photos. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s The Talented Mr. Ripley, this eight-part adaptation chronicles the journey of the eponymous character (played by Scott) as he succumbs to the allure of opulence in 1960s Italy. The initial images showcase Scott’s Ripley in stunning black-and-white photography, a notable departure from the 1999 film adaptation that highlighted the sun-drenched beauty of the natural landscape. Scheduled to premiere next year, the series follows Tom Ripley, a hustler navigating early-’60s New York. His life takes a drastic turn when

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith

In October 2023, Jada Pinkett Smith revealed in an interview that she and Will Smith have been separated for years. Despite their separation, they are working together to figure out the future of their relationship, expressing a deep love for each other.

“We’re still figuring it out,” the actor said when asked about the state of their marriage, adding that they had been separated for six years at the time of Will’s altercation with Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards.

“We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together,” she continued. “We just got deep love for each other and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us.”

She added that they have no plans to legally divorce. “I made a promise that there will never be a reason for us to get a divorce,” she said. “We will work through whatever. And I just haven’t been able to break that promise.”

Jada and Will have two children, Jaden and Willow, in addition to Smith’s son Trey from a previous relationship.

Meryl Streep and Don Gummer

A spokesperson for Meryl Streep announced on October 20 that she and husband Don Gummer have been separated for more than six years. The couple, married in 1978, share four children.

Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith

Actors Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith filed for divorce after three years of marriage. The couple met in 2018, got engaged in 2019, and welcomed their daughter in 2020.

“Don Gummer and Meryl Streep have been separated for more than six years,” the actor’s rep shared with Page Six. “While they will always care for each other, they have chosen lives apart.”

Meryl and Don tied the knot in 1978 and share four children: Henry (43), Mamie (40), Grace (37) and Louisa (32). The former couple’s last public appearance together was at the 2018 Academy Awards (pictured above).

Mark Wahlberg on his dream for Hollywood 2.0

Mark Wahlberg knows as well as any parent that it’s hard to find a movie everyone in the household wants to watch – especially with teenagers around. It’s part of the reason he latched on to “The Family Plan,” a charming action-comedy about a former assassin turned suburban dad whose past catches up with him. It’s streaming on Apple TV+ on Friday. “You always have movies that parents can go to with the kids and they’ll tolerate them because the kids really want to see it or vice versa,” Wahlberg was quoted as saying in the AP. “But this really

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Jackman

After 27 years of marriage, Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Jackman announced their separation in September, expressing gratitude for the time they shared together.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner

After days of speculation, Joe and Sophie released a joint statement on the 6th September confirming they are sadly going their separate ways. In full, it read: “After four wonderful years of marriage we have mutually decided to amicably end our marriage. There are many speculative narratives as to why but, truly this is a united decision and we sincerely hope that everyone can respect our wishes for privacy for us and our children.”

The pair got married in May 2019 in a Las Vegas ceremony, before hosting a lavish reception in Provence weeks later. They share two daughters – Willa and Delphine.

Brittany Spears and Sam Asghari

After 14 months of marriage, Asghari reportedly files for divorce from Spears on August 16 following multiple reports about their split. The couple wed in June 2022 after meeting on the set of Spears’s “Slumber Party” music video in 2016.

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello

In July, actors Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello announced their split after seven years of marriage.

“We have made the difficult decision to divorce,” the couple said in a joint statement per Page Six. “As two people that love and care for one another very much, we politely ask for respect of our privacy at this time as we navigate this new phase of our lives.”

Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef

Recording artist Ricky Martin and artist Jwan Yosef are separating after six years of marriage, per People. “We have decided to end our marriage with love, respect, and dignity for our children and honoring what we have experienced as a couple all these wonderful years,” they said in a joint statement. “Our greatest desire now is to continue having a healthy family dynamic and a relationship centered on peace and friendship to continue the joint upbringing of our children, preserving the respect and love we have for each other.”

Martin and Yosef share two children together.

Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick

Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick, stars of Bachelor Nation, have chosen to conclude their engagement and relationship. In a joint Instagram statement, the couple expressed their sadness and heaviness in sharing the decision after informing family and close friends. The duo, who began dating in 2019 and got engaged in 2021, conveyed gratitude to those who allowed them the time and space to navigate the emotions and changes that come with such a life-altering decision. Despite parting ways romantically, they emphasized their intention to remain friends and continue sharing their two dogs.

Sophia Bush and Grant Hughes

Sophia Bush and Grant Hughes are reportedly heading for a divorce after 13 months of marriage, according to People. The couple, friends for a decade who connected during the COVID pandemic through their shared passion for community service, continue to run their nonprofit together and maintain a good friendship. Sophia, 41, previously married her One Tree Hill co-star Chad Michael Murray for a brief period in 2005. Despite filing for divorce, Sophia had shared a tribute to Hughes on their one-year wedding anniversary, expressing joy and love in the now-removed post.

Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro

After three years of romantic involvement, Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro have decided to end their engagement, as reported by People on July 25. Sources confirmed the mutual decision to part ways while maintaining love and respect for each other. The singers, who publicly declared their love in August 2021, had even commemorated their relationship with matching tattoos of their initials, RR.

Billie Eilish and Jesse Rutherford

Billie Eilish, 21, and Jesse Rutherford, 31, have officially called it quits after a relationship lasting less than a year. In a statement from Eilish’s representative shared with People, the former couple remains good friends and denies any cheating rumors. Despite being spotted together at Coachella in April and sharing a public display of affection on Instagram, the two are now single.

Jeremy Allen White and Addison Timlin

Jeremy Allen White’s wife, Addison Timlin, filed for divorce on May 11, ending a marriage that lasted over three years. The couple, together for an extended period and parents to two children, experienced an unexpected breakup despite White’s emotional Golden Globe acceptance speech, where he expressed deep love and gratitude to Timlin.

Halsey and Alev Aydin

Halsey and Alev Aydin have reportedly split after three years of being together. The “Bad at Love” singer is seeking full physical custody of their one-year-old son, Ender, while aiming for shared legal custody with Aydin. Despite the breakup, the sources suggest an amicable separation with the intention to co-parent.

Glen Powell and Gigi Paris

Glen Powell and Gigi Paris have recently broken up, with sources confirming the split on April 26. The separation reportedly occurred weeks ago, primarily due to Paris’s dissatisfaction with the challenges of a long-distance relationship, given Powell’s filming schedule. The couple’s relationship had been on shaky ground since the release of Top Gun.

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn

Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn’s reported split, first mentioned on April 8, comes after six years together. Sources suggest that the actor, aged 32, struggled with Swift’s level of fame, while the 33-year-old pop star did not foresee a long-term future for them. Despite the breakup, there are no negative remarks from Swift about Joe.

Natalie Portman and Benjamin

Natalie Portman and her husband of 11 years are reportedly undergoing a divorce, with sources indicating marital difficulties. Though the couple has not officially commented on the speculation, a US Weekly source suggests they have been trying to work on their marriage but are currently facing challenges. Natalie was reportedly seen without her wedding ring.

Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez

Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez have reportedly split just months after their two-year wedding anniversary. Reports suggest that Ariana has been photographed without her wedding ring, and the couple has been separated since January. Despite rumors of reconciliation at one point, sources indicate that their relationship is heading for divorce. Ariana had previously surprised fans with a secret wedding in May 2021.

Florence Pugh and Charlie

Academy Award nominee Florence Pugh and Charlie, who went public with their relationship in February 2023, reportedly ended their romance due to conflicting work schedules.

Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd

Country music stars Maren Morris and Ryan Hurd filed for divorce in October 2023 after five years of marriage. They share a three-and-a-half-year-old son, Hayes.

Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger

Former US Women’s National soccer team players Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger have parted ways after four years of marriage. The couple filed for divorce in September 2023.

Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins

This Is Us star Chrissy Metz and Bradley Collins announced the end of their romantic relationship after three and a half years. They emphasized their continued love for each other and their commitment to maintaining a special friendship.