In an unexpected turn of events, Cameron Mathison and his wife Vanessa Mathison are headed for divorce after 22 years together. The former couple announced their decision to separate on an Instagram post on July 31, 2024.
Cameron and Vanessa released a joint statement addressing their heartbreaking decision. The couple acknowledged their long-lasting marriage and emphasized their continued mutual respect for one another. Their announcement began with,
“After 22 years of marriage, we have made the difficult decision to part ways. We enter this new chapter with deep love, kindness, and respect for each other. We hold gratitude in our hearts for the wonderful years we shared together”.
The statement concluded with the General Hospital star and his wife maturely expressing their primary concern for their children and requesting privacy as they navigate this challenging period. It read,
“Our children have been and will continue to be our highest priority, and we will forever share in our devotion and love for them. We remain friends and both wish the best for one another. We sincerely appreciate your respect for our family’s privacy during this transition”.
Subtle Signs of Trouble Lead To Cameron and Vanessa Mathison’s Divorce
Although neither of the Mathison publicly revealed the cause of their divorce, subtle signs of trouble in paradise may have been evident for some time. Vanessa Mathison was absent from most of Cameron’s recent social media posts, including those featuring a family trip with his children to Arizona.
The caption of the post which was uploaded on July 14, 2024, mentions only his children and clearly implies that Vanessa was not on the trip. It read,
“Magical trip through AZ so far with my two loves🥰…”
Before the divorce announcement, Cameron candidly revealed in an exclusive US Weekly interview that he and Vanessa had been struggling to find quality time together due to her demanding work schedule. He shared,
“She’s in a self-explanatory kind of phase right now. Doing a lot of cool stuff for her… She’s traveling and doing things… We’re just trying to figure it all out…”
Cameron Mathison and Vanessa Mathison first started dating each other in 1999. They tied the knot after three years of dating in July 2002. The ex-couple also share two children together, a daughter named Leila and a son, Lucas.
Fans Stunned by The Mathison Couple’s Divorce After 22 Years
Fans were shocked to learn about the couple’s separation. Given the two decades long marriage, some fans even questioned Cameron and Vanessa’s decision. One such comment read,
“Who splits after 22 years😒”
Similar other comment read,
“22 years 😮, why not try and work it out they have made it this far , dammm”.
However, there were many empathetic and heartfelt wishes for the couple as well. One such comment read,
“Surprised and sorry to read this. I know how difficult this can be.🙏”
Despite the heartbreaking news, Cameron and Vanessa remain committed to prioritizing and co-parenting their children. They seek privacy and support as they navigate this challenging time.