Hollywood’s love stories might glitter under the spotlight, but in 2025, more than two dozen high-profile celebrity romances came crashing down, leaving fans stunned and tabloids working overtime. A new study by Melaniece Davis, CEO of Better Law Divorce Attorneys, breaks down the year’s most shocking splits, digging into how careers, infidelity, lifestyle clashes, and the relentless pressure of fame have impacted some of the biggest names in entertainment. According to the study, which was sent in an email to The Blast, nearly 60% of this year’s celebrity separations cited career strain, cheating scandals, or lifestyle differences as key factors. And while whirlwind romances are common in Hollywood, over 40% of these breakups involved celebrity couples together for more than eight years, proof that even seemingly solid unions aren’t immune to cracks. From surprise filings to mutual “conscious uncouplings,” these are the 27 celebrity breakups that defined 2025.
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Celebrity Couple Katy Perry And Orlando Bloom Split

After nine years and one child, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom finally called it quits. Their joint statement in July emphasized co-parenting and family bonds, though insiders pointed to years of wedding delays and rising stress as reasons behind the split.
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Jessica Simpson And Eric Johnson Shock Fans

Jessica Simpson shocked fans in January by confirming her separation from Eric Johnson after more than a decade of marriage. Court docs revealed they had been living “separate lives,” with Simpson filing for divorce soon after.
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Celebrity Duo Chris Martin And Dakota Johnson Announce Breakup

After nearly eight years of on-and-off love, Chris Martin and Dakota Johnson broke things off for good in June. Celebrity sources confirmed this split was “final," despite rumors of a secret engagement that had quietly lingered for years.
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Jessica Alba And Cash Warren Grow Apart

Married for 16 years, Jessica Alba filed for divorce from Cash Warren in February, citing growing apart. The split has been amicable, with the parents of three requesting joint custody.
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Rami Malek And Emma Corrin Quietly End Their Romance
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Celebrity Couple Jamie Foxx And Alyce Huckstepp Split
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Lily Allen And David Harbour End Four Year Marriage

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Nina Dobrev And Shaun White Shock Fans With Split

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Naomi Osaka And Cordae Split After Welcoming Daughter
Just months after welcoming daughter Shai, Naomi Osaka announced her breakup from rapper Cordae in January. She assured fans there was “no bad blood” and praised him as a devoted dad.
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High Profile Celebrity Sydney Sweeney And Jonathan Davino Split

Sydney Sweeney ended her engagement to Jonathan Davino in May, telling the Times she’s focusing on “learning a lot about myself.” Sources said the romance had been rocky for a while.
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Quinta Brunson And Kevin Jay Anik Divorce
Quinta Brunson filed for divorce from Kevin Jay Anik in March, citing irreconcilable differences after three years of marriage.
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Akon And Tomeka Thiam's Messy Divorce And Custody Agreement
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Meryl Streep's Daughter Mamie Gummer Splits From Mehar Sethi

Meryl Streep’s daughter, Mamie Gummer, filed for divorce from Mehar Sethi in February, confirming she and the screenwriter had actually split back in 2023.
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Celebrity Jacob Elordi And Influencer Olivia Jade Go Their Separate Ways
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Kaia Gerber And Austin Butler Mark Another Celebrity Split

Kaia Gerber and Austin Butlersplit in January after three years together, with sources insisting there was “no drama.”
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Andrew Firestone And Ivana Božilović Break Up
"The Bachelor" alum Andrew Firestone filed for divorce from Ivana Božilović in August after nearly 20 years of marriage, confirming the decision came after “extensive reflection and counseling.”
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Matt Bolton And Colleen Reed From 'Love Is Blind' End Their Marriage
“Love Is Blind” stars Colleen Reed and Matt Bolton announced their split after nearly 4 years of marriage, stating, “This was an incredibly difficult decision.” The couple met in 2022 during season 3 and were one of two couples to wed that season. pic.twitter.com/D0M9mN0Jnh
— unumihai Media (@unumihaimedia) May 24, 2025
The Season 3 couple announced their split in April, filing for divorce a year and a half after tying the knot.
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Lydia Velez Gonzalez And Milton Johnson From 'Love Is Blind' Split
'I felt betrayed': 'Love is Blind' star Lydia explains why she divorced husband Milton
From USA Today:
• "Love Is Blind" couple Lydia Velez Gonzalez and Milton Johnson are divorcing after three years.
• Gonzalez revealed Johnson was allegedly unready for marriage and issues… pic.twitter.com/KFiHKaK0v4
— nuprizm (@nuprizm) June 12, 2025
Another casualty of the hit Netflix series, this Season 5 pair filed for divorce in March, citing lifestyle differences.
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Brittany Cartwright And Jax Taylor From 'Vanderpump Rules' Separate

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Karamo Brown And Carlos Medel Mark Another Celebrity Break Up

The "Queer Eye" star revealed he and his longtime partner parted ways amicably after more than a decade together.
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Gleb Savchenko And Brooks Nader's Explosive Split

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Sasha Farber And Emma Slater From 'DWTS' Split, But Remain Friends

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Iris Jardiel And Pepe Garcia From 'Love Island USA' Break Up
Fan-favorite couple Iris and Pepe ended their romance in 2025, citing long distance.
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Amaya Espinal And Bryan Arenales From 'Love Island USA' Say TV Chemistry Wasn't The Same In Real Life
Another post-villa casualty, the couple broke up in early 2025, admitting their TV chemistry didn’t translate to real life.
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Grant Ellis And Juliana Pasquarosa From 'The Bachelor' Split Shortly After Filming
Their engagement ended just weeks after "The Bachelor" finale, with “lifestyle differences” and public pressure blamed.
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Celebrity Love In The Spotlight

If one thing is clear, 2025 proved that even the most glamorous relationships aren’t immune to real-life pressures. Whether it’s distance, career clashes, or the weight of constant public scrutiny, these celebrity breakups highlight how fame can complicate love.
Still, many couples approached their splits with dignity, emphasizing respect, co-parenting, and friendship. In an era where endings are often messy, perhaps the most shocking twist is that in Hollywood, breakups don’t always have to be brutal.