Rosalind Ross and Mel Gibson were together for nearly a decade before they called it quits. The pair started dating in 2014 after meeting through mutual friends. Three years later, Gibson and Ross welcomed their first child together, son Lars. (The Oscar winner also shares seven children: Hannah, Edward, Christian, William, Louis, Milo and Thomas with ex-wife Robyn Moore, as well as daughter Lucia with ex Oksana Grigorieva.) News broke in December 2025 that Gibson and Ross called it quits after nearly a decade of dating. "Although it's sad to end this chapter in our lives, we are blessed with a beautiful son and will continue to be the best parents possible," the exes wrote in a joint statement obtained by People. Keep scrolling for everything to know about Ross amid her split from Gibson: Rosalind Ross Is a Champion Equestrian Vaulter Before joining the film industry, Rosalind Ross was an equestrian vaulter, which is a sport that combines dance, gymnastics and horseback riding. She's earned several bronze medals and silver medals. In 2010, Ross earned her gold medal at the World Equestrian Games. Rosalind Ross Is a Writer and Director Following her time as a professional equestrian, Rosalind Ross studied writing and literature at Emerson College. In 2014, she wrote an episode for the TV series Matador. That same year, she wrote the short film Homeward. In 2022, Ross wrote and directed her first feature film, Father Stu. Ross also has two films in the works: Barbarian and God of the Rodeo, the latter of which will star Shia LaBeouf. Rosalind Ross Is Best Known for 'Father Stu' Mat Hayward/Getty Images for Sony Pictures Rosalind Ross had a career breakout with her film Father Stu. The 2022 movie is a biopic based on the life of Catholic priest and professional boxer Stuart Long. Father Stu starred Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson and Jacki Weaver. Rosalind Ross Shares Son Lars With Mel Gibson Rosalind Ross and Mel Gibson welcomed their first child together in 2017, days before the actor received his nomination for Best Director at the Academy Awards for his film Hacksaw Ridge. "What could be more exciting than listening to the nominations being announced while holding my newborn son," Gibson said in a statement at the time. Rosalind Ross Dabbles in Jujitsu Rosalind Ross has been an enthusiast for jujitsu over the years. In a November 2025 interview with Times Square Chronicles, Ross revealed she picked up the self-defense sport after experiencing a break-in into her home. "I fell in love with the way jujitsu made me feel - calm and confident," she told the outlet. "It's helped me overcome anxiety and taught me that there are always multiple ways out of any tricky situation. That's something I've been able to apply directly to filmmaking." Ross added that the training has helped her carry over elements into her film career and motherhood. "I've always had an outsized (some say unrealistic) belief in what I can handle," she continued. "There is certainly overlap in the discipline required of filmmaking, jujitsu, and motherhood. Each presents an opportunity to bring out the worst or the best in your character. They are each reflections of what you put into them - heart, humility, consistency and patience."