Comedian and actress Amy Schumer has taken the formal legal step to end her marriage, officially filing for divorce from husband Chris Fischer. The move brings a definitive close to their union of seven years.
Announcement and Public Statement
The couple's decision to part ways first became public knowledge in December last year. Schumer, 44, known for her role in Kinda Pregnant, shared the news directly with her followers via a candid Instagram post. In the message, which contained several typos, she explained that she and Fischer, a chef aged 45, had reached a "difficult decision" to separate.
"We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son," Schumer wrote at the time, appealing for privacy for their family. The pair, who exchanged vows in 2018, are parents to a six-year-old boy named Gene.
Legal Proceedings Commence
This week, the separation entered a new phase. Court documents obtained and confirmed on Tuesday reveal that the divorce petition has now been formally lodged with the court. This legal filing marks a significant progression in the dissolution of their marriage, moving the split from a private announcement to an official legal process.
Moving Forward Post-Split
The timing of the legal filing is notable, coming just hours after Schumer herself signalled a new chapter. She raised eyebrows on social media by posting a series of bold and striking bikini photographs. This act was widely interpreted as a public declaration of her personal resilience and her intent to embrace life following the separation.
While the specific reasons behind the divorce have not been disclosed, reports had previously indicated growing strain within the marriage. The focus for both individuals remains the co-parenting of their young son as they navigate this transition.
