In a significant turn of events, WNBA star Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner marking the end of nearly eight years of marriage. The filing, submitted on July 30, 2026 in the Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia outlines the couple’s decision to part ways, citing an irretrievably broken marriage with no hope of reconciliation.
The couple, who welcomed their two-year-old son, Bash Raymond Griner in have been living apart since July 24, 2026 with no intimate relations, as noted in the divorce petition. The filing emphasizes that it is in the best interests of their child to be awarded joint physical custody on both a temporary and permanent basis.
Legal and Financial Considerations
The divorce petition also requests that child support be determined in accordance with Georgia’s Child Support Guidelines. Additionally, the couple’s marital assets and debts are to be divided equally. Brittney Griner seeks to retain her separate, non-marital property, including inherited and pre-marital assets.
The Impact of Brittney Griner’s Detention in Russia
Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia from to significantly impacted the couple’s relationship. Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport for possessing cannabis oil vape cartridges and was initially sentenced to nine years in a penal colony. Her eventual release in a prisoner exchange brought the couple back together, but the strain of the separation appears to have taken a toll.
Cherelle Griner shared her emotional reunion with Brittney in an interview with People describing the moment as surreal and heartwarming. Despite their efforts to reconnect, the couple has now decided to go their separate ways.
Other High-Profile Divorces in 2026
The Griners are not alone in their decision to part ways. Several other high-profile couples have announced their separations this year. Notable examples include:
- Julia Garner and Mark Foster who split after nearly seven years of marriage.
- Angie Katsanevas and Shawn Trujillo who separated after nearly three decades together.
- Whitney Rose and Justin Rose who ended their 16-year marriage.
- Matt Rogers and Fraser Olender who mutually decided to part ways after a year of dating.
- Frankie Muniz and Paige Price who announced their split after six years of marriage.
These separations highlight the challenges and changes that even the most seemingly stable relationships can face over time.
