Comedian and actress Amy Schumer has been seen in public for the first time without her wedding ring, just one day after formally submitting divorce papers to end her seven-year marriage to husband Chris Fischer.
A Solo Outing in New York City
The 44-year-old star was photographed in New York City on Wednesday, opting for a comfortable and low-key ensemble. She concealed her figure under a large coat, pairing it with a hoodie, black leggings, and black On running shoes. Her signature blonde hair was tucked under a pink beanie, and she wore a pair of brown designer sunglasses.
The most notable detail was the absence of her wedding band, a clear visual marker of her newly single status following the legal action.
The End of a Seven-Year Marriage
This public appearance came swiftly after court documents, reviewed by the Daily Mail, confirmed Schumer officially filed for divorce on Tuesday. The couple, who tied the knot in Malibu in 2018, share a six-year-old son named Gene.
Schumer first revealed the separation to fans in a candid Instagram post back in December, describing it as a "difficult decision." She wrote at the time, "We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son," and requested privacy.
The filing marks the latest legal step in a process that began months earlier. In November, the Daily Mail exclusively reported that Schumer's marriage was in turmoil, with a close friend stating the comedian was "over it." Around that time, Schumer tellingly wiped her Instagram account clean, leaving only a single image showcasing her weight loss and, notably, no wedding ring.
Moving Forward Post-Split
Signs that Schumer is embracing her new chapter have been evident. Just hours before the divorce petition was filed, she posted a series of striking bikini pictures on social media, a move interpreted by many as a confident step forward.
Her physical transformation has been a topic of public discussion. Schumer has been open about her weight loss journey, which has included procedures like liposuction and the use of medications such as Mounjaro. She has credited the change with improving her energy and overall well-being.
Insiders have suggested the transformation coincided with shifts in her personal life. "Amy has changed since losing weight, she is much lighter in her spirit, more easy going. I think she wants more out of life," a friend told the Daily Mail in November.
Other practical steps towards separation were taken earlier this year when Schumer put two joint properties on the market: a Brooklyn townhouse and a New Orleans residence purchased with Fischer in 2021.
The couple had a prenuptial agreement in place, which Schumer humorously referenced on their seventh anniversary in February, writing, "7 years ago we signed a prenup and haven't had to utilize it!"
Fischer, a chef and farmer, was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder shortly after their marriage. Schumer has spoken publicly about how his neurodiversity initially drew her to him, though sources indicated the dynamics of their relationship, including his direct communication style, presented challenges.
As the legal process unfolds, Schumer's focus appears to be on her son and her career, signalling a definitive new beginning after the end of her seven-year union.
