Bryon Noem is speaking out.
Days after politician Kristi Noemfiled for divorce from him after 34 years of marriage, the 56-year-old shared a message through his lawyer about how he’s coping with the breakup.
“Bryon is saddend that the marriage is ending,” his attorney Tim Bottum told TMZ in a statement published Sept. 30, “and hopes for a private and amicable resolution.”
And the attorney also addressed when Bryon might respond to allegations that he had been living a double life while married to Kristi, which surfaced after photos of what appeared to be Bryon dressed in women’s clothing and donning fake breasts were published by the Daily Mail March 31.
“If court proceedings become necessary,” the statement continued, “Bryon will welcome the opportunity to truthfully share his perspective.”
And in the meantime, Bryon—who has also been accused of chatting in online fetish forums with models—plans to focus on his and Kristi’s kids: daughters Kassidy, 32, and Kennedy, 29, and son Booker, 24.
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As the lawyer added, “Bryon’s priority is to protect the family and move forward as loving parents and grandparents.”
Kristi, 54, filed for divorce from Bryon in South Dakota Sept. 28, citing irreconcilable differences as the cause for their split, according to court documents reviewed by E! News.
The couple’s separation arrived just months after a rep for the former Department of Homeland Security head shared that she was “devastated” by the images that had circulated of her husband, who was her high school sweetheart.
“The family was blindsided by this,” her rep told The New York Post in a statement on March 31, “and they ask for privacy and prayers at the time.”
Prior to the scandal, Kristi said she prided herself on remaining an “open book” when it comes to her personal life.
“People know me and we are such a transparent family,” the former South Dakota governor told Elysian in 2022. “I don’t know of another elected official that puts their family life out there, with their kids. All the funny, awkward, difficult moments.”
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“After sharing so many years and important moments together, Jose and I have decided to go our separate ways,” Ferrer wrote on her instagram Story Sept. 16. “It has been a decision made out of love, respect, and the desire to do the best for our family.”
Noting that co-parenting son Rio “with all our love” is top priority, she added, “We are living this process with ease and deeply appreciate the understanding and respect towards this time so personal to us.”
“I will not take your s–t anymore! I’m done,” she added. “Leave me alone. Let me heal. I can’t protect you from yourself anymore.”
“I loved deeply,” Serayah wrote in the Aug. 25 post. “Believed wholeheartedly in the life we were building, and wanted nothing more than to protect our family.”
The pair, who share 15-year-old daughter Elektra, tied the knot in June 1999 and have since built a hair salon empire, which they co-own.
“After 10 beautiful years together, we’ve grown in ways that made us realize our relationship feels most natural and strong as a deep friendship and as co-parents,” Muniz and Price wrote in a joint Instagram post July 1. “We share an incredible son who remains the center of our world, and we’re both happier, stronger parents because of the love and growth we’ve shared.”
The two welcomed son Mauz Mosley Muniz in March 2021.
The pair denied cheating was involved, sharing that they remain on good terms. In fact, Bunnie said she and Jelly Roll are “still having a baby” together after embarking on an IVF journey years ago.
“To clarify, Alex and I are currently taking some time apart but there continues to be mutual love, care, and deep respect between us and for our families,” Jaclyn told TMZ in a May statement. “We remain supportive of one another, and there is absolutely no animosity, drama, or negative story here.”
Despite ending their romance the couple’s rep emphasized the remain on “great terms” and are committed to coparenting their sons Sid and Lazlo.
The statement came shortly after Megan accused the NBA star of cheating, writing on her Instagram Story, “Holding you down through all your HORRIBLE mood swings and treatment towards me during your basketball season now you don’t know if you can be ‘monogamous’????”
“Haylie and Matt ended their relationship around the first of the year,” Haylie’s rep told multiple outlets. “She asks for privacy at this time in protection of her young daughters.”
The estranged couple share daughters Ryan, born in 2015, and Lulu, born in 2018.
“After a lot of thought, we’ve made the decision to separate as a couple,” they wrote in a joint statement shared to Instagram April 17. “This hasn’t been an easy decision, but it’s one we’ve made together, with so much love, respect, and care for each other.”
Megan and Sue added, “We’ve shared a whole life over the last decade, through big moments and in quiet ones, and that is something we’ll always carry with us.”
In the filing, David is listed as the plaintiff, filing for a summons and complaint, or instigation of a lawsuit. Sai—mom to London and Rio with David—is listed as the defendant and has yet to address the filing publicly.
Sai joined RHONY in its 2023 recast season and addressed rumors that she “stole” her husband from his previous wife while on the reality show.
“I met David six years after he got a divorce,” Sai said during the ninth episode of season 15. “I have his divorce paperwork.”
“This has not been an easy decision and it comes with a heavy heart,” he told TMZ in a March 19 statement. “I’m grateful for the shared memories and the lessons. While our paths are now moving in different directions, my priority remains my children and ensuring they feel loved, supported, and protected through this transition.”
Jordan—dad to kids Jagger and Jovi with Jessi, as well as daughter Peyton from a previous relationship—added, “I am committed to handling this next chapter with kindness and respect. I kindly ask for privacy and understanding as we navigate this as a family.”
“I love my daughters more than anything and I’ve been doing everything I can for them to be with me in the U.S. during the season, but that hasn’t been possible,” Luka said in a statement to ESPN March 10, “so I recently made the tough decision to end my engagement.”
“Everything I do is for my daughters’ happiness,” he continued, “and I will always fight to be with them and give them the best life I can.”
Prior to Luca speaking out, Anamaria filed a legal petition in California seeking child support and attorney’s fees, according to court documents obtained by E! News.
“There wasn’t any rockiness in the lead up, and there was no big argument or blow up,” a rep for Sarah Jane told People in a statement March 9. “It was a mutual decision.”
As such, the former couple, who share daughters Margaret and Aurora are looking ahead at their co-parenting journey.
“They love their girls, and they’re committed to raising their children together in the most loving and positive way,” the rep’s statement added. “It’s still shocking for them since this happened so recently, and they ask for privacy while they sort everything out.”
“After much thought and reflection, Devon and I have decided to end our engagement and move forward on separate paths,” they told People in a statement Feb. 26, five months after Kevin proposed. “This was not an easy decision. We care deeply for one another and will always support each other. We are grateful for the time we shared, but at this point in our lives we believe we are better suited as friends.”
“Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form have made the decision to end their marriage,” Alexandra’s rep told People in a statement. “The decision was made with love and respect.”
The Percy Jackson actress and A Quiet Place producer—who share a son—will “continue to co-parent their child together and appreciate privacy as they navigate this transition,” according to the rep.
“Cody and I love each other so much,” Mikayla told her fans in a Feb. 12 Instagram video. “We love each other so much—we would do literally anything for each other.”
She didn’t share a reason for the split, saying, “The only people that know why Cody and I made this decision is Cody and I.”
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