Hollywood couple Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen have publicly announced their decision to end their 13-year marriage, sharing a heartfelt joint statement on social media about the conclusion of their long-standing partnership.
The pair, known for their fiercely private nature, took to Instagram Stories on April 5 to share the news with their followers. “After a long tennis match lasting over twenty years, we are finally putting our racquets down. In 2023 we jointly filed to end our marriage,” they expressed in a united voice, reflecting on their relationship’s journey from its inception to its matured phase.
Fisher, 47, and Baron Cohen, 52, emphasized their continuous dedication to their children, despite the changes in their relationship. “We forever share in our devotion and love for our children. We sincerely appreciate your respecting our family’s wish for privacy,” the statement read, highlighting their commitment to maintaining a stable and loving environment for their three children.
The couple first met in 2001 and solidified their bond in marriage on March 15, 2010. Throughout their relationship, both Fisher and Baron Cohen have seldom spoken publicly about their private lives, choosing instead to let their work speak for themselves. This respect for their privacy has been a cornerstone of their relationship, with Fisher revealing to The Australian Women’s Weekly her belief in the importance of keeping their marriage out of the public eye as a key to its longevity.
Their relationship began with a shared sense of humor, a detail Baron Cohen fondly recalled in a 2020 interview with The New York Times, where he reminisced about their first meeting at a party. “She was hilarious…we bonded over taking the mick out of the other people in the party,” he said, noting the instant connection he felt with Fisher.
Fisher, known for her role in “Confessions of a Shopaholic,” has similarly highlighted the importance of humor in their relationship, telling The Australian Women’s Weekly that a “shared ability to find humor in the sharpness of life” has always been a connective thread for them.
As they navigate this transition, Fisher and Baron Cohen’s joint statement serves as a poignant reminder of their respect for one another and their family’s well-being. The entertainment world watches with respect as two of its most beloved figures embark on new chapters of their lives, separately but with a shared legacy of love, laughter, and privacy.