Watch: Lily Allen Alludes to Downfall of David Harbour MarriageLily Allen isn't getting involved in her daughters' relationship with her ex David Harbour. Following the former couple's breakup in February after four years of marriage, the "Smile" singer-who is mom to Ethel, 14, and Marnie, 12, with ex-husband Sam Cooper-shared that the Stranger Things star still keeps in touch with his stepkids. But as Lily told The Observer in an interview published Dec. 20, "I stay out of it." Indeed, the 40-year-old-who alluded to infidelity in their relationship on her recent album West End Girl-pointed out that her kids are able to stay connected with David, 50, without her involvement. "They've both got phones," she continued. "They all text each other." Shortly after David exchanged vows with Lily in September 2020, he described the positive impact that Ethel and Marnie had made on his life after being "thrust into" a paternal role. "I'm in a relationship with three women who all have very different opinions of me at various times," he told People that December. "Making that kind of a commitment, which I haven't for most of my life, was a huge thing for me. And it just makes you feel a little bit more like a man, to be honest. I just feel a little bit more like an adult."readWhy Millie Bobbie Brown and David Harbour Both Missed Stranger Things Event in NYCLily has also spoken about her relationship with her kids, particularly in light of her split from the Hellboy actor. Shortly after their separation, the musician entered a mental health facility, explaining that being the best mom possible was a key factor in her decision to seek treatment.
John Nacion/NurPhoto/Shutterstock"I'm in a situation now where I really have to be my strongest self for them," she said on her and Miquita Oliver's Miss Me? podcast in February. "I felt like it was getting harder and harder for me to be able to show up for them in the way that they needed me to." "I'm not saying that I'm getting it 100 percent right or ever will," she continued, "but I'm definitely in a stronger place."While Lily and David have had to navigate a breakup in the public eye, they aren't alone. To see more celebrity couples who parted ways this year, keep reading.
Stephen Lovekin/ShutterstockAmy Schumer & Chris FischerThe comedian poked fun at celebrity divorce statements when she announced her own breakup from her husband of seven years, writing on Instagram Dec. 12, "Blah blah blah Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage." "We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son," continued Amy, who shares son Gene with the chef. "We would appreciate people respecting our privacy at this time. blah blah blah."Darren Agboh/ShutterstockAlix Earle & Braxton BerriosNearly two weeks after the TikToker placed second on Dancing With the Stars season 34, multiple outlets reported that she and the Houston Texans wide receiver called it quits on their two-year romance.GREG GAYNE/NETFLIXAlexa Alfia & Brennon LemieuxThe Love Is Blind couple broke up one year after welcoming their daughter Vienna. "After much reflection and many heartfelt conversations, we have made the difficult decision to end our marriage," Alexa shared on Instagram Dec. 3. "This choice was not made lightly, and it comes with a great deal of care, respect, and appreciation for the time we've shared." She added, "We entered this relationship with love and optimism, and we leave it with gratitude for the experiences that shaped us and the growth we each gained along the way."Prince Williams/WireImageKandi Burruss & Todd TuckerThe Real Housewives of Atlanta alum confirmed she and the TV producer had split after 11 years together, telling People in November, "After deep thought and a lot of prayer, I've made the decision to move forward with a divorce." The duo share children Ace and Blaze.
Charles Sykes/Bravo/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty ImagesMercedes "MJ" Javid & Tommy FeightThe Shahs of Sunset star filed to divorce her husband after seven years of marriage in October, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split. She is requesting sole legal and physical custody of her and Tommy's son Shams.
Instagram/Sophia CulpoSophia Culpo & Michael StevensThe Culpo Sisters star and the entertainment lawyer parted ways after two years of dating, multiple outlets reported in early October.L. Cohen/WireImage for LaForce and StevensLori Loughlin & Mossimo GiannulliThe Full House alum and the fashion designer announced their split Oct. 2 after 27 years of marriage. "They are living apart and taking a break from their marriage," Lori's rep Elizabeth Much told People. "There are no legal proceedings at this time."John Shearer/Getty Images for Concert For CarolinaNicole Kidman & Keith UrbanThe Oscar winner submitted court documents to divorce the singer on Sept. 30 after 20 years of marriage, listing "date of filing" at the date of separation in the papers. However, E! News