Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen had been at “disagreements” over both parenting and work duties before announcing their sudden split after nearly fourteen years of marriage.
The Confessions Of A Shopaholic actress, 48, and Bruno star, 52, revealed on social media on Friday that they had split after tying the knot in 2010 and welcoming three children.
A source inquired We weekly Saturday that the two stars had a “disagreement” over their own professional and family commitments.
Fisher and Cohen share daughters Olive, 17, and Elula, 13, as well as a son named Montgomery, nine.
A separate insider told the newspaper that Isla and Sacha had been ‘arguing furiously’ over ‘conflicting filming schedules’ and parenting responsibilities.
Isla Fisher, 48, and Sacha Baron Cohen, 52, had had a “disagreement” over both parenting and work duties before announcing their shock split after nearly 14 years of marriage; seen in 2021 in Sydney
On Friday, the former couple shared a statement on social media to share the news of their split.
In addition to the announcement, a photo of the two sporty tennis outfits was also uploaded.
‘After a long tennis match of more than twenty years, we are finally putting down our rackets. In 2023, we jointly filed an application to end our marriage.”
‘We have always prioritized our privacy and have worked through this change quietly. We share forever in our devotion and love for our children. We very much appreciate that you respect our family’s wishes for privacy.’
The stars first crossed paths in 2001 at a party in Sydney and got engaged three years later in 2004.
Before saying “I do,” Fisher converted to Judaism and the former couple held a Jewish ceremony in Paris in 2010.
Ahead of the wedding, the actress opened up about planning the big day To tempt‘I think it is very important to celebrate a beautiful ritual with all my family and friends.’
“When you’re in the public eye, it’s very difficult to keep that private and let it happen without it really being visible.”
Isla and Sacha had been “arguing furiously” over “conflicting film schedules” and parenting responsibilities, an insider told Us Weekly on Saturday; seen in 2013 in Beverly Hills
On Friday, the former couple shared a statement on social media to share the news of their split. In addition to the announcement, a photo of the two sporty tennis outfits was also uploaded
Another source told DailyMail.com that their marriage was “rocky” before they quietly split in 2023 and after moving to Australia in 2020.
‘Their marriage has been rocky for years. The breakdown started when they moved to Australia so she could be closer to her family. But it kept Sacha distant from everyone he knows.”
“He made this sacrifice for her and would make many sacrifices for her throughout their marriage. He is deeply affected by their divorce because she was his life for years,” the insider explained.
As for their children, Isla “has custody of the children and they are still working out the best arrangement so that Sacha can be an active part of their lives.”
‘They have a lot of love for each other, but they didn’t get along and have become different people than they were at the beginning of their relationship. They wanted different things in life in terms of their careers.”
“They had a prenup, but it’s still very difficult because everything they had is bought for both of them and their family together.”
The source also told DailyMail.com that the split had nothing to do with infidelity, stating: ‘There was no cheating on either side and they are not seeing anyone else.’
The announcement comes after Rebel Wilson made shocking claims about her experience with ‘a**hole’ comedian Sacha in her new memoir, Rebel Rising.
Another source told DailyMail.com that their marriage was “rocky” before they quietly split in 2023 and after moving to Australia in 2020.
As for their children, Isla ‘has custody of the children and they are still working on the best arrangement so that Sacha can be an active part of their lives’; seen in 2006
Rebel played Borat star Sacha’s on-screen girlfriend in the 2016 comedy The Brothers Grimsby and made a series of accusations about her awkward experience during filming.
She claimed that on the set of the Louis Leterrier-directed film, Sacha would ask her to undress for scenes despite her ‘no nudity’ rule, in a series of claims that Sacha has strenuously denied and which she says are contradicted by evidence.
Wilson broke her silence just hours after Isla and Sacha announced their split by sharing a video of herself posing in a green satin dress.
In the caption she wrote: ‘What a week! I need to lie down on the couch now… really! Thank you to everyone who purchased REBEL RISING and is already enjoying it! Love you.’
Another source said The sun that Rebel’s claims had been ‘a catalyst’ in Isla’s decision to announce the divorce.
Fisher reportedly became “embarrassed” by the memoir’s claims and wanted to protect her “own career and reputation.”
The announcement comes after Rebel Wilson made shocking claims about her experience with ‘a**hole’ comedian Sacha in her new memoir, Rebel Rising
Wilson broke her silence just hours after Isla and Sacha announced their split by sharing a video of her posing in a green satin dress
A separate insider also told the publication that the former couple’s choice to announce the split was not taken “lightly,” adding that the couple still “remains incredibly close.”
Just two months ago, Isla discussed her Valentine’s plans with Sacha on the Kelly Clarkson show, saying: “Every year Sacha gives me a card that says ‘Happy Valentine’s from…’ and then there’s a big question mark.”
“Like anyone else would send me… like I have any other Valentines. I am a mother of three. I mean, I always say, “Ooooh. So many men.”‘
In July 2023, the couple’s marriage seemed stronger than ever during a trip to Greece, with Isla sharing a photo of herself sharing a passionate kiss with her husband.
In January 2022, Isla revealed it was love at first sight for the couple in a rare interview about their wedding.
Fisher and Cohen share daughters Olive, 17, and Elula, 13, as well as a son named Montgomery, nine; seen in December 2022 in Washington DC
‘I immediately loved him. I mean, I knew it was definitely love at first sight,” she added.
Elsewhere in the interview, Isla reflected on the fact that the couple had been together for 20 years – a rarity in the fickle world of show business.
“I think it’s probably 200 years by Hollywood standards!” she joked. “I feel like it’s a golden anniversary or something. Everyone congratulated me’.
‘It’s a fun ride. I feel so lucky to have Sacha in my life. Now we have a beautiful family and we survived the lockdown together, you know, it’s not easy for any couple,” Isla added.