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    Kristi Yamaguchi Makes Rare Comment About Bret Hedican Divorce

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    Kristi Yamaguchi isn’t skating around the reality of her divorce from Bret Hedican.

    The Olympic ice skater offered some rare insight into her life, confirming that she and Bret divorced last year after more than two decades of marriage. However, the couple—who share daughters Keara, 22, and Emma, 20—had no hard feelings about the breakup, with Kristi noting they were on the same page when making the difficult decision.

    “After 23 years together, we had an amazing marriage and loving family—especially bringing up our two daughters together—but I think it got to a point where we amicably thought maybe we aren’t at our happiest and we’d be happier separating,” Kristi told People in an interview published on April 13. “We decided to separate and eventually divorce.”

    Bret and Kristi married in 2000 after meeting at the 1992 Winter Olympics. At the time, Bret, 55, was competing with Team USA’s hockey team while Kristi, 54, was a member of the U.S. figure skating team.

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    She would ultimately go on to win the gold medal that year—becoming the first Asian-American to do so at the Winter Games—while Bret pursued a 17-season career in the NHL.

    Through the years, the couple not only bonded over their passion for sports, but also their love for their family. And in many cases, those two often overlapped, with Kristi even revealing in 2017 that she and her daughters would ice skate together. 

    But, at some point in 2023, Bret and Kristi decided to separate, though neither made that news public.

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    Now that their divorce has been finalized and both their kids are in college, Kristi is focused on skating into her next chapter.

    “I’m looking forward to what is around the corner, or what the future could look like,” she told People. “There’s a lot of life left to live, whether it’s starting to date or new relationships, but also just personally enjoying where I am right now and the opportunities ahead.”

    “[I have] absolutely no regrets from the past,” she continued. “We’ve got a beautiful family and incredible memories, but I’m looking forward to creating new ones.”

    For the two-time World Figure Skating champion, that also means cheering on her two daughters as they begin their own lives.

    “Being a mom and seeing them grow up and pursuing their own passions now, it’s been very rewarding and fun to see happen,” she shared. “It’s bittersweet because you feel, as a mom, they’ve grown up so fast. You so vividly remember them as toddlers, starting grade school and those moments.”

    “But, it’s so fulfilling to see how they’ve grown up and are going after their dreams now,” she added. “It’s fulfilling to see them spreading their wings.”

    Kristi and Bret aren’t the only couple who have gone their separate ways recently. Keep reading to see who else broke up this year…

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    Sai de Silva & David CraigThe Real Housewives of New York star’s husband filed for divorce on April 2 after nine years of marriage, according to a court docket viewed by E! News. In the filing, David is listed as the plaintiff, filing for a summons and complaint, or instigation of a lawsuit. Sai—mom to London and Rio with David—is listed as the defendant and has yet to address the filing publicly. Sai joined RHONY in its 2023 recast season and addressed rumors that she “stole” her husband from his previous wife while on the reality show. “I met David six years after he got a divorce,” Sai said during the ninth episode of season 15. “I have his divorce paperwork.”

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    Chris Long & Janel Parrish The Pretty Little Liars alum and her husband quietly split after seven years of marriage, a source with knowledge confirmed to E! News April 10.  

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    Jessi Draper & Jordan NgatikauraFive months after the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star admitted to an emotional affair with Vanderpump Villa star Marciano Brunette, her husband filed for divorce, according to Utah court records viewed by E! News.”This has not been an easy decision and it comes with a heavy heart,” he told TMZ in a March 19 statement. “I’m grateful for the shared memories and the lessons. While our paths are now moving in different directions, my priority remains my children and ensuring they feel loved, supported, and protected through this transition.”Jordan—dad to kids Jagger and Jovi with Jessi, as well as daughter Peyton from a previous relationship—added, “I am committed to handling this next chapter with kindness and respect. I kindly ask for privacy and understanding as we navigate this as a family.”

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    Luka Doncic & Anamaria GoltesTwo years after getting engaged, the Los Angeles Lakers point guard announced the couple’s breakup, sharing that he is focusing on their daughters Gabriela and Olivia.“I love my daughters more than anything and I’ve been doing everything I can for them to be with me in the U.S. during the season, but that hasn’t been possible,” Luka said in a statement to ESPN March 10, “so I recently made the tough decision to end my engagement.”“Everything I do is for my daughters’ happiness,” he continued, “and I will always fight to be with them and give them the best life I can.”Prior to Luca speaking out, Anamaria filed a legal petition in California seeking child support and attorney’s fees, according to court documents obtained by E! News.

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    Dak Prescott & Sarah Jane RamosAfter being engaged since October 2024, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback’s fiancée shared she was “heartbroken” to be breaking up. “There wasn’t any rockiness in the lead up, and there was no big argument or blow up,” a rep for Sarah Jane told People in a statement March 9. “It was a mutual decision.”As such, the former couple, who share daughters Margaret and Aurora are looking ahead at their co-parenting journey.”They love their girls, and they’re committed to raising their children together in the most loving and positive way,” the rep’s statement added. “It’s still shocking for them since this happened so recently, and they ask for privacy while they sort everything out.” 

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    Kevin Kreider & Devon DiepThe Bling Empire costars’ three-year romance lost its shine.”After much thought and reflection, Devon and I have decided to end our engagement and move forward on separate paths,” they told People in a statement Feb. 26, five months after Kevin proposed. “This was not an easy decision. We care deeply for one another and will always support each other. We are grateful for the time we shared, but at this point in our lives we believe we are better suited as friends.”

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    Arielle Kebbel & Zach RoerigOne year after the Vampire Diaries costars went public with their romance, Arielle confirmed that they were no longer together. In fact, she said on the Feb. 19 episode of the Off the Vine podcast that she hadn’t “been in a relationship in quite some time.” 

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    Alexandra Daddario & Andrew FormThe White Lotus actress announced Feb. 20 that she and the film producer went their separate ways. “Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form have made the decision to end their marriage,” Alexandra’s rep told People in a statement. “The decision was made with love and respect.”The Percy Jackson actress and A Quiet Place producer—who share a son—will “continue to co-parent their child together and appreciate privacy as they navigate this transition,” according to the rep.

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    Mikayla Nogueira & Cody Hawken The beauty influencer shared that she and her husband of two years were getting a divorce, explaining they’d made the decision last year. “Cody and I love each other so much,” Mikayla told her fans in a Feb. 12 Instagram video. “We love each other so much—we would do literally anything for each other.”She didn’t share a reason for the split, saying, “The only people that know why Cody and I made this decision is Cody and I.”

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    Layla Taylor & Mason McWhorterThe Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star confirmed her breakup with the fitness influencer in a Feb. 7 TikTok video after fans noticed that they had unfollowed each other on social media.“I think we were just on two different paths right now, and he felt in order for him to grow, he had to be on his own,” she explained. “I respect his decision, and I truly hope that he gets what he wants in life.”

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    Kelsea Ballerini & Chase StokesLess than two months after the country singer confirmed she had reconciled with the Outer Banks actor, multiple outlets reported in early February that the couple had broken up for a second time.

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    Samira Wiley & Lauren Morelli The Orange is the New Black actress and screenwriter—who first met in 2012 during production of the hit Netflix series—announced on Jan. 29 that they decided to file for divorce.”After nine years together we have decided to end our marriage,” the pair told Out in a statement. “However, our lifelong commitment to co-parenting will forever remain.”Samira and Lauren share a daughter named George Elizabeth, who was born in April 2021.

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    Danielle Bernstein & Cooper WeismanThe WeWoreWhat founder confirmed on Jan. 30 the couple had split, just six months after they’d gotten engaged. “I’ve been quiet about my personal life and wasn’t ready to speak on it until now,” Danielle wrote on Instagram Stories. “We’re stepping away from our relationship with love and respect. There’s no big dramatic reason – sometimes it’s simply not the right forever.””I’m not sure what the future holds, but this choice took courage,” she continued. “I would really appreciate privacy and grace for both of us during this time. Thank you for the support.”

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    Bella Hadid & Adan BanuelosFirst romantically linked in October 2023, the pair parted ways after more than two years of dating, multiple outlets reported Jan. 26.

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    Rob Schneider & Patricia Azarcoya SchneiderIn January 2026, Patricia filed for divorce from the comedian after 15 years of marriage. 

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    Prince Bernhard & Princess Annette of Orange-Nassau“After 25 years of marriage, we have decided to divorce,” the Dutch royals said in their Jan. 23 statement. “We are doing this by mutual agreement and with mutual respect.”The couple—who share children Isabella, Samuel and Benjamin—added their goal is to work together to coparent their children. “We will continue to care for our three children together,” the statement continued. “Despite this, it remains a difficult step. We therefore ask for everyone’s understanding and respect for our privacy.”Following their divorce, Annette will no long hold the royal title of Princess. 

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    Jaime King & Austin Sosa Though the pair hadn’t confirmed their marriage after getting engaged in September 2025, the Bloody Valentine star’s husband filed for divorce on Jan. 22, according to documents obtained by multiple outlets. That same day, Jaime revealed that she was “blindsided” by the investor’s decision to abruptly end their marriage. “I was completely blindsided by the divorce filing, which came out of nowhere,” the actress told Page Six in a statement published Jan. 22. “I was with Austin the night before it became public, and while like many marriages we had normal challenges, I genuinely believed we were working on our relationship.”Jaime—who shares kids James and Leo with ex Kyle Newman—further shut down any suggestion of infidelity as a cause for the breakup, adding, “Any recent interactions being referenced publicly were strictly professional business meetings and have no connection to this private matter.” 

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    Amanda Batula & Kyle CookeThe Summer House stars announced their separation after four years of marriage on Jan. 19.“After much reflection, we have mutually and amicably decided to part ways as a couple,” they shared in a joint statement. “We share this with a heavy heart and kindly ask for your grace and support while we focus on our personal growth and healing.”The pair continued, “It feels ironic to ask for privacy during this time since we’ve always tried to be open and honest about our relationship, but your kindness and respect will go a long way as we try to navigate our next chapter.”

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    Tyler Hilton & Megan Park In January, the One Tree Hill alum shared that he split from the My Old Ass director following 11 years of marriage. “I’ve never been super comfortable sharing personal information about our family life, but I’ve seen enough speculation online that I thought warranted clarity,” Tyler wrote on Instagram at the time. “Some time ago, Megan and I decided to end our marriage.”The musician—who shares kids Winnie and Benny with Megan—added, “We continue to make the kids and co-parenting the priority.” 

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    Todd Bridges & Bettijo B. HirschiThe Diff’rent Strokes alum confirmed his breakup with his wife of three years on Jan. 14.”After much prayer and reflection, my spouse and I have made the difficult decision to separate,” he told People in a statement. “This was not an easy choice, and it comes with a heavy heart, but also with love and gratitude for the life we shared.” Todd continued, “I thank God for the time we’ve had together, the lessons we’ve learned, and the family we’ve built. Even in this season of change, I trust He is guiding us both toward healing, peace, and new beginnings.”

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    Bill Hader & Ali WongThree years after the Saturday Night Live alum won over the Beef star’s heart by sending flowers to every hotel she stayed at during a trip around Europe, the pair called it quits, multiple outlets reported Jan. 7.

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