Dutch actress Carice Van Houten has surprised fans by revealing the unexpected end of her relationship with Australian actor Guy Pearce, offering a rare insight into their bond.
On January 22, 2025, the Game of Thrones alum took to Instagram Stories to address ongoing speculation about her relationship with Pearce. In a candid statement, she confirmed that the pair had quietly parted ways.
Acknowledging her reluctance to publicly discuss her personal life, Houten explained that the recent rumors compelled her to set the record straight. She wrote,
“I don’t usually engage in discussions about my personal life, but because of a number of conclusions in the media last week regarding my relationship with Guy, I wanted to make something clear. He and I are great friends and love each other very much, but we haven’t been a couple for years…”
Carice ended her statement on a positive note, reflecting on the strong bond she and Guy share as co-parents to their son. She added,
“I am however, very proud to say we are in a wonderful partnership raising the true love of our lives – our beautiful son and his hamster. The end”.
The Origins Of Carice Van Houten And Guy Pearce’s Split Rumors
Carice’s confirmation of her separation from her longtime partner follows Pearce’s recent remarks about his ex-wife, Kate Mestitz, nearly a decade after their 2015 split.
In an exclusive interview with The Guardian published on January 18, 2025, the Memento star candidly opened up about his past relationships. While reflecting on his marriage to Kate, Guy made no mention of Carice during the conversation, instead admitting,
“My ex-wife, Kate [Mestitz], was the greatest love of my life, but I’ve moved on from her now and the greatest love of my life is my child, Monte…”
Carice Van Houten and Guy Pearce first crossed paths on the set of the 2015 film Brimstone. Shortly after Pearce’s divorce from his ex-wife, the two began dating and welcomed their first child, a son named Monte, in August 2016.
However, Carice’s recent revelation suggests that their separation occurred quite some time ago, leaving the exact timeline of their split shrouded in mystery.
Fans Applaud Carice’s Honesty While Expressing Sympathy For The Former Couple
The online community has responded with understanding to Houten’s confirmation of her separation from Pearce. Many fans praised the actress for addressing the speculation and releasing an honest statement. Some supportive comments read,
“Good for them if it’s true that they’re still friends and (child- and hamster-raising) partners!”
“This seems like an overt kindness by Carice to speak out on something that’s really none of the public’s business”.
Carice Van Houten’s candid revelation highlights the strength of her bond with Guy Pearce, proving that love and respect can endure even after separation.