Not every love story gets a fairy-tale ending, but the men on this list have plenty of story left to tell. These 19 ex-husbands were once married to some of Hollywood’s most recognizable women, and their lives after divorce are just as compelling. Martyn Eaden quietly built a career as a screenwriter after his split from Chrissy Metz, while Charlie Shanian continued working as an actor and writer following his marriage to Tori Spelling. From investment bankers to marines-turned-lawyers, these profiles reveal the full picture behind the “ex-husband” label.
Former Bodyguard, Model
Actor, Writer
Actor, Writer, Producer
Director, Writer, Producer
Investment Banker, Businessman
Producer, Businessman
Former Marine, Lawyer
Musician
Deputy CEO, Grant Development Resources
Screenwriter, Copywriter
Actor
Ordained Minister, Former Entertainment Manager
Businessman
Attorney, Real Estate Investor, Producer
Healthcare Consultant
Actor
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are some notable celebrity ex-husbands?
Notable celebrity ex-husbands profiled here include Dan Cadan, the director who was married to Game of Thrones star Lena Headey, and Atila Altaunbay, the former bodyguard who married supermodel and actress Grace Jones. Stanley Fimberg, an attorney and real estate investor, was previously married to Golden Globe-winning actress Dyan Cannon.
What careers do celebrity ex-husbands pursue?
The ex-husbands profiled here work across a wide range of fields. Francis Greco is an investment banker, Jeremy Rytky served as a marine before becoming a lawyer, Marco Perkins works as a deputy CEO, and Michael Jamar Ford is an ordained minister. Several others, including Charlie Shanian and Tony Campisi, continued careers in acting and entertainment.
How many celebrity ex-husbands does Eleven Magazine profile?
Eleven Magazine profiles 19 celebrity ex-husbands, each with a detailed biography exploring their career, personal life, and the story behind their famous marriages.
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