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Biggest Celebrity Breakups of 2022.
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2 years agoon
By
Joe Pee
The end of 2022 is in spitting distance, and celebrity relationships have been ending faster than my New Year’s resolutions. ICYMI, more than three dozen previously coupled-up celebs have announced their splits, filed for divorce, or—in the case of Olivia Rodrigo and Adam Faze—just quietly stopped being spotted by paps. And while there are a lot of new couples to get excited about (hi, Hunter Schafer and Dominic Fike!), it’s time to look back at the celebs who have sunk their relationships this year.
1
December 2022: Pete Davidson and Emily Ratajkowski
Pete and EmRata ended their relationship after two months of dating, with a source telling Page Six that “their fling has moved into the friends zone,” which is “fine with both of them.”
2
December 2022: JoJo Siwa and Avery Cyrus
JoJo confirmed the breakup in the comments of a TikTok, saying, “We decided that we are better off as friends! We are both so young and still just trying to figure our stuff out! 💞”
3
December 2022: Katie Holmes and Bobby Wooten III
Us Weekly reports that Katie and Bobby have split after eight months, with a source saying, “Katie and Bobby broke up last week. She’s no longer [talking] about him to his friends. They just didn’t work out together for the long run.”
4
November 2022: Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker
After breaking up in June and then getting back together, Kendall and Devin ended their relationship again! Technically, though, a source told Us Weekly they called it quits “a little over a month ago,” adding that “things are amicable after the breakup—there’s no bad blood between them.”
5
November 2022: Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde
People broke the news that Harry and Olivia are “taking a break” after almost two full years of dating, with a source saying, “He’s still touring and is now going abroad. She is focusing on her kids and her work in L.A. It’s a very amicable decision.”
6
November 2022: Gabby Windey and Erich Schwer
Just two months after getting engaged on The Bachelorette, a source confirmed to E! News that Gabby Windey and Erich Schwer have called it quits. Additional intel from a second source—this one with ties to Bachelor Nation—even mentioned that Gabby was the one who apparently ended the ’ship. “She felt they weren’t aligned and weren’t on the same page,” the insider dished. “Gabby was hoping they could give each other space and work it out but ultimately decided they didn’t have a future.”
7
October 2022: Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen
Welp, it’s official: Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen are officially divorced after 13 years together. They announced the split on Insta, with Tom saying in part, “We arrived at this decision amicably and with gratitude for the time we spent together.” Gisele noted, “The decision to end a marriage is never easy, but we have grown apart and while it is, of course, difficult to go through something like this, I feel blessed for the time we had together and only wish the best for Tom always.”
8
October 2022: Monique Samuels and Chris Samuels
Real Housewives of Potomac alum Monique Samuels and her husband Chris are reportedly splitting up after 10 years of marriage. No details yet (stay tuned), but multiple sources confirmed the breakup to People.
9
October 2022: Cynthia Bailey and Mike Hill
Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Cynthia Bailey and her husband Mike Hill are divorcing after two years of marriage. They confirmed the split in a joint statement to Entertainment Tonight, saying, “LOVE is a beautiful thing. While we both will always have love for one another, we have decided to go our separate ways. No one is to blame, and we are grateful that we remain good friends. We will always cherish the many memories we’ve shared together as husband and wife. Many of you have been on this journey with us from the very beginning, and we appreciate our family, friends, and beloved fans for your positive support as we move forward and start new chapters. Thank you for your prayers and well-wishes!”
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October 2022: Tia Mowry and Cory Hardrict
Tia Mowry filed for divorce from Cory Hardrict after more than a decade of marriage. She confirmed the pretty shocking news on Instagram, writing, “I have always been honest with my fans, and today is no different. I wanted to share that Cory and I have decided to go our separate ways. These decisions are never easy and not without sadness. We will maintain a friendship as we co-parent our beautiful children. I am grateful for all the happy times we had together and want to thank my friends, family, and fans for your love and support as we start this new chapter moving forward in our lives.”
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September 2022: Susie Evans and Clayton Echard
Susie and Clayton announced the end of their relationship on social media, saying in part, “Although this last year together has brought us so much joy and so many laughs, there has also been a significant amount of pain. We know no healthy relationship comes without its struggles, but we’ve realized that we were not prepared for the external forces that hindered our ability to not only heal as individuals but also as a couple. We both are focused on continuing to work on ourselves, so we can be the best version of ourselves.”
12
September 2022: Paul Wesley and Ines de Ramon
Paul and Ines are splitting up more than three years after getting married. The former couple’s rep confirmed the news to People, saying, “The decision to separate is mutual and occurred five months ago. They request privacy at this time.”
13
September 2022: Brittany Snow and Tyler Stanaland
After a ton of speculation following Selling the OC, Brittany confirmed that they’re calling it quits on Insta. Ahem:
“After time and consideration, Tyler and I have made the difficult decision to separate. This decision was made with love and mutual respect for one another. We have realized we need to take some time and make sure we are each living our most fulfilling and authentic lives. We started this journey as best friends and our relationship will continue to be a priority not only for us but for our dog Charlie. We sincerely appreciate your support and ask for privacy as we navigate this new chapter.”
14
September 2022: Alex Rodriguez and Kathryne Padgett
Looks like A-Rod is once again single and ready to mingle. A source tells Page Six that he and Kathryne Padgett are done but still on great terms, saying, “They’re good friends—they’re just each single. They broke up, but they’re super tight. It’s all good.”
15
August 2022: Leonardo DiCaprio and Camila Morrone
Leonardo DiCaprio and Camila Morrone have broken up after more than four years of dating—at least according to People sources! TBD what went wrong, but stay tuned.
16
August 2022: Kelsea Ballerini and Morgan Evans
Kelsea and Morgan are ending their marriage after five years. Kelsea broke the news on her Insta Story, saying, “Friends, I have always tried my best to share my life with you in a real and vulnerable way while also protecting layers of my personal life as they unfold. This is now public record so I wanted you to hear from me directly that I am going through a divorce. This deeply difficult decision is the result of a journey of love, growth, and effort that ultimately has come to an end. It’s hard to find the words here…but I feel extremely grateful for the years of marriage to Morgan and hopeful for the next seasons.”
17
August 2022: Olivia Jade and Jacob Elordi
According to Us Weekly, while these two “enjoyed spending time together,” they’re fully over. She’s “living it up” and he’s “completely focused” on his career.
18
August 2022: Olivia Rodrigo and Zack Bia
These two simply fizzled! No, literally, that’s what a source told Us Weekly, ahem: “Their relationship sort of fizzled. They were casually dating but haven’t spent time together in a while. There were no issues—they both have different work schedules and different friend groups.”
19
August 2022: JoJo Siwa and Kylie Prew
Kylie confirmed that she and JoJo have broken up again after briefly rekindling their relationship, explaining, “I’ve been single for almost two months, and it’s okay, it’s not deep, I promise everything’s fine. Not everything has to be messy and gross, because it’s not. And I just wanted to clear the air.”
She added, “We’re both safe and happy and healthy and that’s all that matters. And it doesn’t need to be drama because that just gives everyone unwanted anxiety, especially if they’re like me.”
20
August 2022: Alexis Bledel and Vincent Kartheiser
Alexis and Vincent (who met on the set of Mad Men) are getting divorced after eight years of marriage. The news was confirmed by Us Weekly, and thus far, there aren’t any details about why they’re splitting.
21
August 2022: Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney
Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney split after three years of marriage, and it doesn’t seem like Michelle saw it coming. Announcing the news in a statement to Us Weekly, she explained, “To say that I am totally devastated doesn’t even come close to describing how I feel for myself and for my family. The rug has been completely pulled from underneath me and now I must figure out how to move forward. With such small children, I ask for privacy and kindness.”
22
August 2022: Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson
Shocking, I know! But multiple outlets, including E! News, spoke to sources who said that Kim and Pete decided to “be just friends” because their schedules “made it really difficult to maintain a relationship.”
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July 2022: Chelsea Handler and Jo Koy
NOOOOO. This one hurts, but it looks like there’s hope of a reconciliation. After all, Chelsea posted on Instagram re: the split, “This is not an ending. It’s another beginning, and it’s a comfort to know that I am still loved and love this man the way the sun loves the moon and the moon loves the sun. YOUR PERSON IS COMING. So, please continue to root for both of us, because you never know what life will bring.”
24
July 2022: Emily Ratajkowski and Sebastian Bear-McClard
After EmRata was spotted without a ring, a source confirmed her and Sebastian’s split to People, saying, “They split recently. It was Em’s decision. She is doing okay. She is strong and focused on her son. She loves being a mom.”
25
June 2022: Anna Kendrick and Bill Hader
Entertainment Tonight reported that Anna and Bill have parted ways, with a source simply/briefly saying, “Bill Hader and Anna Kendrick have broken up.” Aaand…that’s that!
26
June 2022: Katie Thurston and John Hersey
Katie and John shocked fans with their breakup, announcing the news in Instagram statements a few hours apart. Katie simply wrote, “No, we aren’t together,” while John elaborated a bit, writing in part, “As Katie stated earlier, we are no longer dating. The decision was not made lightly, and it was obviously not an easy one to make.”
27
June 2022: Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya
Bachelorette couple Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya confirmed rumors that they’d split, releasing statements on social media. “I’m struggling to say that Nayte and I will be going our separate ways, but I stand with him in knowing the heaviness that is present in both of our hearts as this relationship has been very real for us,” Michelle said, while Nayte noted that “hearts are heavy, emotions are high, and we are dealing with this the best way we can.”
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June 2022: Lauren Graham and Peter Krause
Please join me in a chorus of nooooooooooo. People reports that Parenthood stars Lauren Graham and Peter Krause have split up after more than a decade of dating. A rep for Lauren confirmed the news, actually noting the pair “quietly ended their relationship last year.” Hate to see it!
29
June 2022: Johnny Knoxville and Naomi Nelson
Johnny Knoxville and his wife Naomi Nelson are getting divorced after 12 years together. People reports that Johnny filed divorce docs (citing irreconcilable differences), which revealed they’ve been split up since September 24, 2021.
30
June 2022: Scott Disick and Rebecca Donaldson
Not exactly a huge surprise, but Scott and Rebecca split after just a few months, with a source telling E! News, “Although they had a short-lived romance, it was definitely serious. He enjoyed his time with her but realized he is not in a place to seriously date right now.”
31
June 2022: Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey
Devastating!! News broke that Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey had split up after a year and a half of dating on June 4, when a source told People, “Michael and Lori are both completely heartbroken. They still love each other. Michael matured a lot over the course of their relationship and was ready to commit for the long-term. He let down his guard with her, opening up emotionally in a romantic relationship for the first time. They had great times together and brought out the best in each other.”
32
June 2022: Shakira and Gerard Piqué
Longtime couple Shakira and Gerard Piqué announced their split in a joint statement in early June, saying, “We regret to confirm that we are separating. We ask for privacy at this moment for the well-being of our children, who are our maximum priority. Thank you in advance for your understanding and respect.”
33
June 2022: Bella Thorne and Benjamin Mascolo
Bella and Benjamin ended their engagement after little over a year, and Benjamin confirmed the split in a lengthy Instagram statement, writing in part, “I wish only the best for this person and I will always be there for her.” People was the first to report the news, saying that “conflicting schedules” and “a lot of time apart” were the reasons for the split.
34
May 2022: Liam Payne and Maya Henry
This one couldn’t be more dramatic. After lots of ups and downs, Us Weekly reported that Liam and Maya split—and news of their breakup came amid a photo of Liam with another person popping up on social media. Maya ended up commenting on the pic, writing (via @PopCrave), “I love all of the fans so much but please stop sending me these pictures of my fiancé wrapped around another woman. This is not me and it’s hard enough knowing this has happened without seeing it. Enough now.”
35
May 2022: Trevor Noah and Minka Kelly
Trevor and Minka split up (again) after two-ish years of dating, and a source told Us Weekly that they “have been broken up for a while” and “there is no ill will and everything is amicable between them.”
36
May 2022: Steve Burton and Sheree Burton
This one is for all the General Hospital fans out there. ☹️ After 23 years of marriage, Steve Burton announced he was ending his marriage to Sheree while accusing her of being pregnant with another man’s child. In a statement posted on Instagram Stories, Steve wrote, “I wanted to clear something up. Sheree and I are separated. She recently announced that she’s expecting her fourth child. The child is not mine. We are still co-parenting our three beautiful kids. We would appreciate privacy at this time. Much luv, Steve.”
37
April 2022: Shailene Woodley and Aaron Rodgers
Shailene and Aaron have broken up twice this year, but it looks like they’re officially done done. These two first called off their engagement in February 2022, with a source telling Entertainment Tonight, “They tried to make their relationship work, but with busy careers in different industries, it was hard to see one another. The two have no animosity toward one another and plan to remain as friends.”
They then reunited for a minute, but an E! News source said at the end of April 2022, “Shailene tried to give it another shot and was spending time with Aaron. But she quickly saw that everything was on his terms and nothing was going to change. There was no reason to continue and she’s done with it again.”
38
April 2022: Ali Wong and Justin Hakuta
This split was truly heartbreaking! Ali Wong and Justin Hakuta confirmed their divorce after eight years of marriage in April 2022, with a source telling People, “It’s amicable and they will continue to co-parent lovingly.”
39
April 2022: Andrew Garfield and Alyssa Miller
Andrew and Alyssa broke up in early April 2022 after just a few months of dating, with a source telling Entertainment Tonight, “Their work commitments and schedules made it hard for them to continue their relationship. Andrew is staying positive and surrounding himself with his close friends and loved ones.”
That said, Alyssa caused some confusion post-breakup by sharing a picture of herself and Andrew on Instagram, which she captioned, “If you must gossip at least use a cute photo. Lol, love you, AG.”
40
April 2022: Tish Cyrus and Billy Ray Cyrus
This is actually the third time Tish has filed for divorce from Billy Ray, so who knows? They could get back together! Either way, Us Weekly obtained court documents in which Tish cited “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the breakup, saying she and Billy have not “cohabited as man and wife for a continuous period of more than two years.”
41
April 2022: Natasha Lyonne and Fred Armisen
Russian Doll actor Natasha Lyonne confirmed that she Fred ended their long-term relationship because she wanted a swimming pool and he didn’t. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
“I honestly think we broke up because I wanted a swimming pool,” Natasha told the Hollywood Reporter in April 2022. “We love each other just about as much as two people can love each other and we’re still talking all the time, but Freddy doesn’t like a swimming pool.”
42
April 2022: Kenan Thompson and Christina Evangeline
Another long-term marriage that ended this year? Kenan Thompson and his wife Christina Evangeline’s, who broke up in April 2022 after 10 years of being together. A source close to the couple confirmed the split to TMZ, although papers haven’t been filed yet.
43
March 2022: Chris Pine and Annabelle Wallis
Us Weekly reported that Chris and Annabelle had broken up after four years of dating in early March 2022, with a source saying the actors “haven’t been together for a few months now.” No reason was given for the split, so perhaps this was just a case of two incredibly hot people drifting apart?
44
February 2022: Julia Fox and Kanye West
After a truly wild and unprecedented month and a half, Julia and Kanye parted ways. And there were literally no hard feelings!
As Julia said on Instagram Stories at the time, “Y’all would love it if I was soooo upset! The media would love to paint a picture of me a sad lovely woman crying on a plane by myself but it’s NOT TRUE!! Why not see me for what I am, which is a #1 hustler. I came up y’all lol and not only that but Kanye and I are on good terms! I have love for him but I wasn’t in love w the man Jesus Christ what do u guys think I am 12 years old?!”
45
February 2022: Olivia Rodrigo and Adam Faze
News broke that Olivia Rodrigo and music producer Adam Faze broke up in February 2022, but a source told People (who had the exclusive on this particular celeb breakup) that “they’ve been over for a bit now,” while Page Six noted Olivia unfollowed Adam on Instagram in January 2022.
46
February 2022: Cory Booker and Rosario Dawson
This sweet couple broke up after two years of dating, although a source ~close~ to Cory told People they are still “good friends,” so at least there’s that!
47
February 2022: Cheryl Burke and Matthew Lawrence
Dancing With the Stars pro Cheryl Burke filed for divorce from Matthew Lawrence after almost three years of marriage back in February 2022, with a source telling Us Weekly that the exes were “keeping divorce matters private” and the reason for their breakup “was not about having kids.”
Cheryl has since talked a little about the split, telling Tamron Hall via E! News, “People evolve and people grow. And sometimes they grow together and sometimes, you know, you unfortunately grow apart.”
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February 2022: Emma Roberts and Garrett Hedlund
Emma and Garrett split after three years in February 2022, and a source said she gave her ex multiple ultimatums. According to the Us Weekly insider, “Garrett and Emma have a great co-parenting relationship. When he’s sober, he’s a great guy and they’ve been handling co-parenting very well.”
The good news? “They have a very amicable relationship with each other and are being very adult about their breakup.”
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January 2022: Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet
Still not over this one! Jason and Lisa dropped the bombshell news of their split in January 2022, saying in a joint statement, “We have all felt the squeeze and changes of these transformational times…a revolution is unfolding~ and our family is of no exception…feeling and growing from the seismic shifts occurring. And so~ we share our family news~ that we are parting ways in marriage.”
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January 2022: Chanel Iman and Sterling Shepard
News broke that the model and NFL player were parting ways in January 2022 (although Chanel had filed months before), and a source told E! News, “They have been rocky for a while now and are taking time apart. They are trying to work out their plan on how they will co-parent their daughters peacefully.”
January 2022: Maurissa Gunn and Riley Christian
After several weeks of speculation, Maurissa Gunn and Riley Christian confirmed their breakup post–Bachelor in Paradise. The couple gave a statement to People in January 2022, saying, “We have decided to go our separate ways. Never did we imagine this, but we’ve come to a point where we both need to work on ourselves. We’ve appreciated everyone’s love and support so far throughout our journey and we just ask that you please respect our privacy as we navigate through this.”