9 Famous Couples Whose Breakups Shattered Our Hearts in 2025

Love in the spotlight often feels larger than life — which makes heartbreak hit even harder when it unfolds in public. In 2025, several celebrity couples who once defined romance shocked fans by calling it quits. From whirlwind love stories to marriages that seemed unbreakable, these breakups reminded us that fame doesn’t guarantee a fairy-tale ending.

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, who met at an industry event in the mid-2000s and quickly became one of Hollywood’s most admired couples, reportedly decided to go their separate ways after 19 years of marriage.

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren, who met on the set of Fantastic Four in 2004, reportedly ended their marriage after 16 years together. The couple, who share three children, were said to have grown apart as their priorities shifted, with insiders noting they had been living increasingly separate lives behind the scenes.

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson

Jessica Simpson and former NFL player Eric Johnson, who married after a whirlwind romance, reportedly called it quits following 10 years of ups and downs.

Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer

Amy Schumer and chef Chris Fischer, who married shortly after meeting in 2018, reportedly separated after 7 years of navigating life largely out of the public eye. Sources suggested that differing lifestyles and personal challenges played a role in their decision to end the relationship.

Lily Allen and David Harbour

Lily Allen and David Harbour, who married in a Las Vegas ceremony in 2020, reportedly separated after approximately 4 years together. Those close to the couple said conflicting lifestyles and time spent apart eventually took a toll on their relationship.

Kanye West and Bianca Censori

Kanye West and Bianca Censori, whose relationship made headlines from the start, reportedly split after a highly scrutinized marriage. Sources claimed the intense public attention and creative differences became increasingly difficult to manage.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom, who shared an on-again, off-again romance for almost 9 years, reportedly decided to end their relationship for good. They called off their engagement and have gone their own ways.

Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh

Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh, who met through mutual friends in the entertainment industry, reportedly ended their marriage after 17 years together. Friends of the couple noted that growing apart over time played a significant role in their split.

Nina Dobrev and Shaun White

Nina Dobrev and Olympic snowboarder Shaun White, who bonded over travel and shared adventures, reportedly ended their engagement and romance, and parted their ways after a long-term relationship. Sources close to the pair said career commitments and time spent in different parts of the world made it difficult to maintain their connection.

Here are some more couples who broke our hearts with their breakup in previous years.

• Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness, who first met on the set of the Australian TV series Correlli in 1995, announced their separation after 27 years of marriage in September 2023. The couple, who struggled with infertility and experienced multiple miscarriages, share two adopted children. Sources close to the couple revealed they had gradually transformed into “roommates” as time went by.

• Sofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello

Sofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello, who had been together for 8 years and married for 7, surprised the public with the announcement of their split in July 2023. The couple, who initially met at a formal dinner in 2014 and got married in November 2015, reportedly faced challenges due to being “complete opposites” and struggled to find common ground in various aspects of their lives.

• Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef

Ricky Martin and Jwan Yosef, who initially connected on Instagram in 2015 and married in 2018, announced their decision to divorce in July 2023. The couple, who started dating six months after their first in-person meeting in London, had been married for six years. The exact reason for their split remains undisclosed, with the divorce being attributed to “irreconcilable differences.”

• Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner

In May 2023, it was reported that Christine Baumgartner had filed for divorce from her husband, Kevin Costner, after almost 19 years of marriage. The divorce filing cited “irreconcilable differences,” with April 11 listed as the date of separation. The couple, who started dating in 2000 and got married in 2004, shares three young teenagers, two boys and a girl.

• Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth

On March 2023, Reese Witherspoon revealed on Instagram that she and her husband, Jim Toth, were divorcing after 11 years of marriage. Despite the decision to part ways, a close source mentioned that they remain “the best of friends,” emphasizing the amicable nature of the divorce. The couple, who got engaged in December 2010 after just 10 months of dating, tied the knot on March 26, 2011. They share a son named Tennessee James Toth.

• Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith

Fans of actors Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith received heartbreaking news as it was reported on October 2, 2023, that Turner-Smith had filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences”. The couple met at Usher’s birthday party in 2018, got engaged shortly afterward, and tied the knot in 2019. Turner-Smith is reportedly seeking joint custody of their 3-year-old daughter, Juno.

• Meryl Streep and Don Gummer

Meryl Streep and sculptor Don Gummer are still legally married, but in October 2023, a spokesperson for the actress revealed the two haven’t been a couple for 6 years. They reached the end of the road after 45 years of marriage. The duo, who tied the knot in 1978, have four children and five grandchildren together.

• Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas

After 7 years together and 4 years of marriage, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner officially ended their relationship. The couple released a joint statement in September 2023 confirming their separation. Joe filed for divorce, citing that “the marriage between the parties is irretrievably broken.” Sources also suggest that differences in lifestyle, with Sophie enjoying partying while Joe prefers staying home, played a role in the decision. The couple shares two children, Willa and Delphine.

• Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied

After over a decade of marriage, Natalie Portman and her husband Benjamin Millepied decided to go their separate ways in August 2023. The couple, parents to two children, has faced challenges, with rumors suggesting issues of infidelity on Benjamin’s part. Portman and Millepied met in 2009 during the production of the movie Black Swan, where Portman was the lead actress, and Millepied served as a choreographer on set.

While their love stories may have ended, the impact these couples had on pop culture — and on fans who rooted for them — won’t be forgotten anytime soon. As they move forward into new chapters, one thing is clear — even the most glamorous romances are still deeply human, filled with both beautiful beginnings and bittersweet goodbyes.