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The biggest celebrity breakups of 2020

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Spencer Bergen
Updated Dec. 30, 2020, 8:42 a.m. ET
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P.K. Subban and Lindsey Vonn
Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn and New Jersey Devils star P.K. Subban broke off their engagement in December, with Vonn announcing via social media: “Over the past 3 years PK and I have had some incredible times together. He is a kind, good man, and someone I respect a great deal. However, after much consideration we have decided to move forward separately. We will always remain friends and love each other immensely.” Getty Images for Harper’s BAZAAR
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"Dancing With the Stars" pro Gleb Savchenko split from wife Elena Samodanova after 14 years of marriage. Savchenko wasted no time in getting flirty with his on-screen partner Chrishell Stause, Page Six exclusively reported Nov. 6.
“Dancing With the Stars” pro Gleb Savchenko split from wife Elena Samodanova after 14 years of marriage. Savchenko wasted no time in getting flirty with his on-screen partner Chrishell Stause, Page Six exclusively reported Nov. 6. Getty Images
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Erika Jayne filed for divorce from Tom Girardi after 21 years of marriage.
Erika Jayne filed for divorce from Tom Girardi after 21 years of marriage. Getty Images
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Lake Bell and Scott Campbell’s marriage ended after nine years together.
Lake Bell and Scott Campbell’s marriage ended after nine years together. Getty Images
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Anna Wintour and telecom millionaire Shelby Bryan split after more than 20 years together.
Anna Wintour and telecom millionaire Shelby Bryan split after more than 20 years together. Getty Images
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Taraji P. Henson broke off her engagement with fiancé Kelvin Hayden. Hayden and Henson announced their engagement in May 2018, and were set to tie the knot in June. However, they revealed in April that they planned to postpone their nuptials due to the pandemic.
Taraji P. Henson broke off her engagement with fiancé Kelvin Hayden. Hayden and Henson announced their engagement in May 2018, and were set to tie the knot in June. However, they revealed in April that they planned to postpone their nuptials due to the pandemic. Getty Images for The Boris Lawre
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“Bachelorette” couple J.P. Rosenbaum and Ashley Hebert split after nine years together. Rosenbaum, 43, made the announcement first, via Instagram, writing in part that, “after months of separation, Ashley and I have amicably decided to live our lives apart from one another.” The couple met on Season 7 of “The Bachelorette” in 2011 and married in December 2012 in a ceremony that aired on ABC.
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Jonah Hill and fiancée Gianna Santos broke up just over a year after getting engaged. Their split was said to be amicable.
Jonah Hill and fiancée Gianna Santos broke up just over a year after getting engaged. Their split was said to be amicable. Getty Images for Editions de Par
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Cardi B and Offset are getting a divorce after being married for nearly 3 years. The exes secretly tied the knot in 2017, though she didn't confirm they were married until announcing she was pregnant with their daughter Kulture. Their relationship has been rocky and Cardi even called out Offset for cheating on her but ultimately decided to stay together, that is, until now.
Cardi B and Offset are getting a divorce after being married for nearly three years. The exes secretly tied the knot in 2017, though she didn’t confirm they were married until announcing she was pregnant with their daughter Kulture. Their relationship has been rocky and Cardi even called out Offset for cheating on her but ultimately decided to stay together. Getty Images
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Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown broke up after six and a half years of dating , People reported Thursday. Butler, 50, and Brown, 49, were first spotted together in September 2014.
Gerard Butler and Morgan Brown broke up after six and a half years of dating. Butler, 50, and Brown, 49, were first spotted together in September 2014. Getty Images
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Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson broke up after 10 months of dating. Cyrus and Simpson were first linked together in October after Cyrus’ brief romance with Kaitlynn Carter, whom she moved on with following her split from her husband of eight months, Liam Hemsworth. Their divorce was finalized in January.
Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson broke up after 10 months of dating. Cyrus and Simpson were first linked together in October after Cyrus’ brief romance with Kaitlynn Carter, whom she moved on with following her split from her husband of eight months, Liam Hemsworth. Their divorce was finalized in January. RMBI / BACKGRID
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Engaged season 14 “Bachelorette” stars Becca Kufrin and Garrett Yrigoyen split after two years. Yrigoyen’s support for the pro-police “Thin Blue Line” and “Blue Lives Matter” movements — expressed in mid-June via Instagram amid the nationwide uproar over the police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor — reportedly caused an irrevocable rift between the former lovebirds.
Engaged season 14 “Bachelorette” stars Becca Kufrin and Garrett Yrigoyen split after two years. Yrigoyen’s support for the pro-police “Thin Blue Line” and “Blue Lives Matter” movements — expressed in mid-June via Instagram amid the nationwide uproar over the police killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor — reportedly caused an irrevocable rift between the former lovebirds. Getty Images
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Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn have amicably broken up, a source has confirmed to Page Six. The twosome co-starred in Facebook Watch summer series “Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn,” which debuted June 30 and wrapped up its season finale Tuesday night. Paris, 22, and Glenn began dating in November 2018.
Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn have amicably broken up, a source has confirmed to Page Six. The twosome co-starred in Facebook Watch summer series “Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn,” which debuted June 30 and wrapped up its season finale Tuesday night. Paris, 22, and Glenn began dating in November 2018. Patrick McMullan via Getty Image
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Aaron Rodgers and Danica Patrick called it quits on July 16 after two years of dating. The former NASCAR pro and Packers quarterback were first linked in 2018 and, in 2019, the pair purchased a $28 million estate in Malibu.
Aaron Rodgers and Danica Patrick called it quits on July 16 after two years of dating. The former NASCAR pro and Packers quarterback were first linked in 2018 and, in 2019, the pair purchased a $28 million estate in Malibu. FilmMagic
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Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock – after being together for nearly seven years, Clarkson filed for divorce on June 4. They share to kids, River Rose, 5, and Remington Alexander, 4.
Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock – after being together for nearly seven years, Clarkson filed for divorce on June 4. They share to kids, River Rose, 5, and Remington Alexander, 4. Getty Image
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Elizabeth Champer and Armie Hammer called it quits after 10 years of marriage. The couple, who wed in 2010, have split up, they announced in a joint statement. “Thirteen years as best friends, soulmates, partners and then parents. It has been an incredible journey, but together, we’ve decided to turn the page and move on from our marriage,” they wrote in a statement released on both of their Instagram accounts. “As we enter into this next chapter, our children and relationship as co-parents and dear friends will remain our priority.”
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Ryan Seacrest split from his on-again, off-again chef girlfriend Shayna Taylor. Seacrest, 45, released a statement reading, “Ryan and Shayna decided to end their romantic relationship amicably some time ago. They remain good friends, each other’s biggest supporters and will always cherish their time together as a couple.”
Ryan Seacrest split from his on-again, off-again chef girlfriend Shayna Taylor. Seacrest, 45, released a statement reading, “Ryan and Shayna decided to end their romantic relationship amicably some time ago. They remain good friends, each other’s biggest supporters and will always cherish their time together as a couple.” Getty Images
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After finding love on "The Bachelor," Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph called it quits via Instagram on May 29th. "Cass and I have been doing a lot of self-reflecting. Sometimes people are just meant to be friends — and that’s okay," Underwood wrote.
After finding love on “The Bachelor,” Colton Underwood and Cassie Randolph called it quits via Instagram on May 29th. “Cass and I have been doing a lot of self-reflecting. Sometimes people are just meant to be friends — and that’s okay,” Underwood wrote. Getty Images
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After Brooks Laich and Julianne Hough revealed they were spending quarantine apart, the announcement of their split came as no surprise. After three years of marriage, the two assured fans that they are still on good terms. “We share an abundance of love and respect for one another and will continue to lead with our hearts from that place. We kindly request your compassion and respect for our privacy moving forward.”

After Brooks Laich and Julianne Hough revealed they were spending quarantine apart, the announcement of their split came as no surprise to fans.

After three years of marriage, the two assured fans that they are still on good terms. “We share an abundance of love and respect for one another and will continue to lead with our hearts from that place. We kindly request your compassion and respect for our privacy moving forward.”

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Scott Disick and Sofia Richie called off their relationship after three years of dating in May, after Disick checked himself into — and then out of — rehab. He's since been getting closer to his ex, Kourtney, and the rest of the Kardashian family.
Scott Disick and Sofia Richie called off their relationship after three years of dating in May, after Disick checked himself into — and then out of — rehab. He’s since been getting closer to his ex, Kourtney, and the rest of the Kardashian family. Getty Images
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On-and-off again couple Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green finally called it quits in May. As the “Beverly Hills 90210” star revealed on his podcast “...with Brian Austin Green,” “[Fox] said, ‘I realized when I was out of the country working alone that I feel more like myself and I liked myself better during that experience and I think that might be something worth trying for me.’”

On-and-off-again couple Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green finally called it quits in May.

As the “Beverly Hills 90210” star revealed on his podcast “…with Brian Austin Green,” “[Fox] said, ‘I realized when I was out of the country working alone that I feel more like myself and I liked myself better during that experience and I think that might be something worth trying for me.'”

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Jaime King filed for divorce and obtained a “partial” temporary restraining order against Kyle Newman on May 18. According to the court filing, King requested an emergency motion related to child custody and visitation but was denied. However, the presiding judge granted the restraining order in part, and Newman must now stay 100 yards away from the “Hart of Dixie” actress. The pair, who were married for almost 13 years, share two sons, James, 6, and Leo, 4.
Jaime King filed for divorce and obtained a “partial” temporary restraining order against Kyle Newman on May 18. According to the court filing, King requested an emergency motion related to child custody and visitation but was denied. However, the presiding judge granted the restraining order in part, and Newman must now stay 100 yards away from the “Hart of Dixie” actress. The pair, who were married for almost 13 years, share two sons, James, 6, and Leo, 4. Getty Images
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Mary-Kate Olsen officially filed for divorce from her husband of five years, Olivier Sarkozy, on May 25th. The proceedings were initially delayed following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic.
Mary-Kate Olsen officially filed for divorce from her husband of five years, Olivier Sarkozy, on May 25th. The proceedings were initially delayed following the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. Getty Images
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Caterina Scorsone and Rob Gilles separated in May of this year, Scorsone’s rep confirmed. Married in 2009, the “Grey’s Anatomy” actress shares three daughters with Giles: Eliza, 7, Paloma “Pippa” Michaela, 3, and Arwen Lucinda, born in December 2019.
Caterina Scorsone and Rob Gilles separated in May of this year, Scorsone’s rep confirmed to Page Six. Married in 2009, the “Grey’s Anatomy” actress shares three daughters with Giles: Eliza, 7, Paloma “Pippa” Michaela, 3, and Arwen Lucinda, born in December 2019. Getty Images
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Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson split after dating for two years. Benson has since been linked to G-Eazy.
Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson split after dating for two years. Benson has since been linked to G-Eazy. Getty Images
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Kristin Cavallari and former NFL player Jay Cutler were married for seven years before announcing their divorce in April. Cavallari accused Cutler of "inappropriate marital conduct" when she filed for divorce in April.
Kristin Cavallari and former NFL player Jay Cutler were married for seven years before announcing their divorce in April. Cavallari accused Cutler of “inappropriate marital conduct” when she filed for divorce in April. Getty Images
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While they made their red carpet debut in October of 2019, Noah Centineo and Alexis Ren had already unfollowed each other on Instagram by April.
While they made their red carpet debut in October of 2019, Noah Centineo and Alexis Ren had already unfollowed each other on Instagram by April. Getty Images
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Jordana Brewster and husband Andrew Form called it quits after 13 years of marriage. The pair — who are parents to sons Julian, 6, and 3-year-old Rowan — “quietly separated” earlier this year, a source said.
Jordana Brewster and husband Andrew Form called it quits after 13 years of marriage. The pair — who are parents to sons Julian, 6, and Rowan, 3 — “quietly separated” earlier this year, a source said. Getty Images
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“Riverdale” sweethearts Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse ended their nearly three-year relationship this year, sources told Page Six. The two allegedly split before the pandemic hit and have since been quarantining separately.
“Riverdale” sweethearts Lili Reinhart and Cole Sprouse ended their nearly three-year relationship, this year, sources told Page Six. The two allegedly split before the pandemic hit and have since been quarantining separately. Getty Images
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Author Neil Gaiman and wife Amanda Palmer seemed to have split after the two posted reports on their quarantine relationship. “Neil moved to the UK, my heart has been broken, and I am really struggling,” Palmer wrote. “I’m still in lockdown here in New Zealand with 4-year-old [son] Ash for the foreseeable future.” Meanwhile, Gaiman wrote on Twitter, “I see [Palmer] has told people that we (like much of the world) are going through rocky times right now. It is true, we are. It’s really hard, and I’d like to request privacy (as I’m not going to be talking about it publicly) and kindness, for us and for Ash.”
Neil Gaiman and wife Amanda Palmer seemed to split after the two posted reports on their quarantine relationship. “Neil moved to the UK, my heart has been broken, and I am really struggling,” Palmer wrote. “I’m still in lockdown here in New Zealand with 4-year-old [son] Ash for the foreseeable future.” Meanwhile, Gaiman wrote on Twitter, “I see [Palmer] has told people that we (like much of the world) are going through rocky times right now. It is true, we are. It’s really hard, and I’d like to request privacy (as I’m not going to be talking about it publicly) and kindness, for us and for Ash.” Getty Images
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Stacey Dash split this year from her fourth husband, Jeffrey Marty, after two years of marriage. The pair got hitched just 10 days after meeting in 2018.
Stacey Dash split this year from her fourth husband, Jeffrey Marty, after two years of marriage. The pair got hitched just 10 days after meeting in 2018. Getty Images
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"Bubbly" singer Colbie Caillat ended her engagement to Justin Young after dating for more than 10 years.
“Bubbly” singer Colbie Caillat ended her engagement to Justin Young after dating for more than 10 years. Instagram
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Lana Del Rey ended things with her "Live PD" star boyfriend, Sean Larkin, in March after becoming Instagram official last December.
Lana Del Rey ended things with her “Live PD” star boyfriend, Sean Larkin, in March after becoming Instagram official last December. Getty Images
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Amanda Bynes and her fiancé Paul Michael broke up three weeks after announcing their engagement.
Amanda Bynes and her fiancé Paul Michael broke up three weeks after announcing their engagement. Instagram
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Chris Rock split from his girlfriend of four years, actress Megalyn Echikunwoke. Rock, reportedly, was not ready to settle down following his divorce from Malaak Compton Rock in 2016.
Chris Rock split from his girlfriend of four years, actress Megalyn Echikunwoke in March. Rock, reportedly, was not ready to settle down following his divorce from Malaak Compton Rock in 2016. Getty Images
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Whitney Cummings and Miles Skinner broke off their engagement a year and a half after he proposed. “I am not wearing an engagement ring,” she said on her “Good For You” podcast. “I am no longer engaged. Nothing nasty, no drama. It just wasn’t — I feel like nobody will believe me — I truly just was not ready to plan a wedding, the whole thing really overwhelmed me.”
Whitney Cummings and Miles Skinner broke off their engagement a year and a half after he proposed. “I am not wearing an engagement ring,” she said on her “Good For You” podcast. “I am no longer engaged. Nothing nasty, no drama. It just wasn’t — I feel like nobody will believe me — I truly just was not ready to plan a wedding, the whole thing really overwhelmed me.” Getty Images
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Pamela Anderson and Jon Peters separated 12 days after tying the knot. Peters allegedly broke up with the "Baywatch" star over text and subsequently got back together with his ex-fiancée.
Pamela Anderson and Jon Peters separated 12 days after tying the knot. Peters allegedly broke up with the “Baywatch” star over text, and subsequently got back together with his ex-fiancée. Getty Images
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Just two months after announcing their secret wedding, “The Chi” creator Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo separated.
Just two months after announcing their secret wedding, “The Chi” creator Lena Waithe and Alana Mayo separated. Getty Images
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Jesse Metcalfe and his fiancée Cara Santana announced their separation after photos surfaced of Metcalfe looking cozy with a blonde woman at a bar in California. They were together for over 10 years.
Jesse Metcalfe and his fiancée Cara Santana announced their separation after photos surfaced of Metcalfe looking cozy with a blonde woman at a bar in California. They were together for over 10 years. Getty Images
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Vanessa Hudgens split from longtime boyfriend Austin Butlers in January after almost nine years of dating.
Vanessa Hudgens split from longtime boyfriend Austin Butler in January after almost nine years of dating. Getty Images
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