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Alan Ritchson and wife Catherine announce end of 20-year marriage
Actor Alan Ritchson, known for the Amazon series ‘Reacher’, and his wife Catherine have announced the end of their 20-year marriage. The couple shared the news via a joint statement on Instagram, expressing their intention to ‘continue alongside one another in a different way.’
In their announcement, the pair emphasized their commitment to co-parenting their three sons—Calem, Edan, and Amory—stating that their children remain the center of their world. They expressed mutual respect and a desire to maintain a friendship to provide stability for their family. The couple also requested privacy and compassion from the public as they navigate this transition.
Legal records indicate that Ritchson originally filed for divorce in December 2025, citing irreconcilable differences, though the couple reportedly reconciled briefly in March 2026 before making the final decision to separate permanently. The Ritchsons first met as teenagers in a Florida high school ballet class and married in May 2006.
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Alan Ritchson · Amazon · Amazon Prime · Amazon Prime Video · Catherine Ritchson · Instagram · Reacher
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The couple requested privacy and compassion during this transition. pagesix.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The separation is attributed to a desire for individual growth. pulptastic.com · www.cinemablend.com · pagesix.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The pair intends to prioritize co-parenting and friendship. pulptastic.com · www.cinemablend.com · pagesix.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The couple has three sons. pulptastic.com · www.cinemablend.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Alan and Catherine Ritchson have decided to end their marriage. pulptastic.com · www.cinemablend.com · pagesix.com