Actress Sutton Foster has filed for divorce from her husband, screenwriter Ted Griffin, after a decade of marriage. The couple, who wed in 2014, shares a 7-year-old daughter named Emily. The decision to part ways marks the end of a relationship that began with a shared love for the arts and blossomed into a family.
Foster, best known for her roles in Broadway productions like Thoroughly Modern Millie and the TV series Younger, submitted the divorce paperwork earlier this week. Details surrounding the reasons for the split have not been made public, but sources close to the couple indicate that the separation is amicable, with both parties focused on co-parenting their daughter.
“They have a strong desire to prioritize their daughter’s well-being through this transition,” shared a source familiar with the situation. “Sutton and Ted are committed to maintaining a stable and loving environment for Emily.”
The couple first met through mutual friends in 2012, and their romance quickly developed, leading to their marriage two years later in a private ceremony. Foster often spoke fondly of Griffin in interviews, praising his support of her demanding Broadway schedule and her TV career. Meanwhile, Griffin, known for his work on films like Ocean’s Eleven and the TV show Terriers, often expressed admiration for Foster’s talent and passion for her craft.
During their marriage, the pair welcomed their daughter Emily through adoption in 2017, an experience that Foster described as life-changing. The couple shared glimpses of their family life on social media, often posting about their adventures with Emily and their mutual love of the arts. Despite their professional demands, both Foster and Griffin made an effort to maintain a close-knit family life, emphasizing time spent together away from the spotlight.
The news of their separation comes as a surprise to many of their fans, who viewed the couple as a stable, supportive pair in the often tumultuous world of show business. However, the couple is reportedly committed to working together during this period, focusing on ensuring a smooth transition for their daughter.
Neither Foster nor Griffin has publicly commented on the divorce filing, choosing instead to maintain their privacy during this time. It remains unclear how the couple will handle custody arrangements, though those close to them believe they will prioritize a co-parenting approach.
As Foster navigates this new chapter, she remains active in her career, recently wrapping up a Broadway run and pursuing new projects on both stage and screen. Griffin continues his work as a writer and producer in Hollywood, with several upcoming projects in development.