Actress Jamie King has publicly addressed her shock and surprise following the unexpected divorce filing from her husband, Austin Sosa, after less than a year of marriage. The 46-year-old star described feeling "completely blindsided" by the legal action, which she claims emerged without warning.
Unexpected Divorce Filing
According to reports from TMZ, Sosa officially submitted divorce paperwork on Thursday, although specific dates and reasons for the separation remain undisclosed. King revealed to Us Weekly that she had spent time with Sosa the night before the filing became public, genuinely believing they were working through marital challenges.
"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," King stated.
Secret Marriage Timeline
Online records indicate that King secretly married the business investor sometime after their engagement was announced in July 2025, though the exact wedding date remains unknown. The engagement itself was confirmed to People magazine last July, with King's representative noting her close relationship with Sosa's family.
The representative explained at the time that King had "stayed with his parents" after moving from her Los Angeles residence and emphasized that her children shared "a loving bond with Austin and his family."
Focus on Children and Privacy
King, who shares sons James (12) and Leo (10) with ex-husband Kyle Newman, emphasized that her children remain her top priority. She requested privacy as the family navigates this difficult period, stating in her official response, "As always, her sons remain her top priority, and she kindly asks for privacy as they move forward together with love and gratitude."
Recent Headlines and Denials
The divorce filing follows recent media attention surrounding King's interactions with hotelier Vikram Chatwal. The actress was spotted with Chatwal at West Hollywood's Chateau Marmont earlier this month, sparking speculation about their relationship.
King firmly denied any romantic connection, telling Page Six that their meetings were "strictly professional business meetings" unrelated to her marital situation. She confirmed she was still engaged to Sosa at the time of those appearances.
Previous Marriage and Custody Battle
King's marriage to Sosa followed her 16-year marriage to filmmaker Kyle Newman, which ended in divorce in 2023. The former couple engaged in a lengthy custody battle over their two children, culminating in March 2025 when Newman was granted sole physical custody.
A court ruling required King's visits with her sons to be supervised until she completed a six-month mandated drug and alcohol program. On the Whine Down With Jana Kramer podcast, King expressed her distress about the custody outcome, calling the situation "scary" and criticizing the legal system.
"I just didn't know when I got married at a young age. I just didn't know that the world works like this. I didn't know that legal systems work like this," she reflected about her marriage to Newman at age 28.
Personal Challenges and Moving Forward
A source previously told The Sun that King was "shattered" by the custody loss, with personal and professional relationships becoming strained. The insider noted that "her recent troubles have been exasperated by her family troubles, her career struggling and financial stress."
Despite these challenges, King remains determined to focus on her children and maintain her privacy during this transitional period. The actress continues to navigate both personal matters and professional commitments while addressing public speculation about her relationships.
