Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh have shown that even in the face of heartbreak, respect and care can prevail.
On January 9, 2025, just one day after the Dexter actress filed for divorce, the pair released a heartfelt joint statement on Instagram, addressing their divorce.
The statement began with gratitude toward their supporters and emphasized that the decision was mutual. The couple further expressed their intention to maintain a strong friendship, writing,
“To everyone who has loved and supported us, we have some personal news to share. After 21 years together, and 17 years of marriage, we have decided to begin a new journey, and enter this next chapter of life as friends and co-parents”.
Highlighting the respect they continue to hold for one another, Ford and Routh concluded their message by reaffirming their commitment to prioritizing their 12-year-old son, Leo. They shared,
“We are now and forever rooting for each other as we move through this wild adventure called life. Our son is, and will always be, our highest priority, and we appreciate your understanding as we navigate this transition. With love and gratitude, B&C”.
Courtney Ford And Brandon Routh Divorce After 17 Years Of Marriage
On January 8, 2025, news of Ford and Brandon’s separation broke. According to divorce documents obtained by PEOPLE magazine, Courtney was the one to initiate the filing.
She cited ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason for their split but did not specify a date of separation.
Moreover, in her filing, Ford requested joint legal and physical custody of their son, as well as spousal support from the Superman Returns star.
Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh first met each other back in 2003 and began dating shortly after. Three years later, the couple got engaged in 2006 and tied the knot in November 2007 at the El Capitan Ranch in Santa Barbara, California.
In August 2012, they welcomed their son, Leo, into their lives. Now, after more than two decades together, the couple is headed for divorce.
Fans Support The Couple’s Mutual Decision To Separate
The online community rallied behind Courtney and Brandon, expressing both sympathy and admiration for the former couple. Many fans shared their heartfelt well-wishes, with comments that read,
“I hate to be that person, because it’s likely for the best, but this just makes me sad!”
“Honestly, 20 years of being together is a good run. It’s amazing they lasted that long… All the best to them as they close this chapter and embark on their individual journeys”.
Though their romantic journey has come to an end, fans remain hopeful for Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh’s happiness and their unwavering commitment to co-parenting.