Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer are separating after 7 years of marriage. The stand-up comedian first married her chef boyfriend in 2018. Earlier announcing their separation in December 2025, the two did not share any divorce plans at the time, however it seems they have now decided to take the legal route, with the actress opting to file for divorce from her farmer husband, as previously reported by People.
Amy Schumer files for divorce from Chris Fischer
It is known that according to New York County court records, Amy Schumer chose to go official with the divorce by filing papers on Tuesday, January 6. The two shared their decision to go their separate ways with a note from the 44-year-old actress on her Instagram account. she wrote, "Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after 7 years," He wrote at that time. "We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son. We would appreciate people respecting our privacy at this time."
Subsequently, he confirmed that it was "Cordial and love and respect from all! family forever," between them. She also joked about the situation, explaining that her decision was not because she had “dropped a few pounds and thought I could take the basket, and not because she’s a hot genalmes (sic) beard award-winning chef who can still pull some hot tails,” instead seeing the positives in the matter.
Earlier, sources close to the couple had confirmed to the media that their decision was ‘harmonious’ and not the result of any ‘ugly’ incident. In the past, she has shot down any rumors of a separation with witty Instagram updates, including the moment she confidently announced in November, “Chris and I are still married.”
Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer have 6-year-old son Gene.
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