Love is a beautiful journey, but unfortunately, it doesn’t always last forever – even for celebrities. 2025 has seen its fair share of shocking celebrity breakups, leaving fans heartbroken and curious. Here are some of the most unexpected celebrity splits of the year:
1. Big Sean and Jhené Aiko
Big Sean and Jhené Aiko were the epitome of a hip-hop and R&B power couple. They met through the music scene and even had a son, creating a bond fans admired.
However, in November 2025, news broke that their 10-year relationship had ended because Big Sean wasn’t ready to take the next step of marriage despite Aiko’s hopes. This left social media in awe of the unexpected turn for a couple that seemed inseparable.
2. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom
Music icon Katy Perry and Hollywood star Orlando Bloom began dating around 2016, got engaged in 2019, and their love story blossomed with the birth of their daughter in 2020. Together, they seemed like the perfect blend of the music and film industry.
Sadly, in July 2025, their breakup was confirmed by their representatives, and it caught many off guard. The split felt like the closing chapter of a heartfelt love story that no one expected to end so soon.
3. Lily Allen and David Harbour
Singer Lily Allen and actor David Harbour, known for “Stranger Things,” were married for four years after meeting on the celebrity dating app, Raya. Their split in early 2025 unfolded quietly but left a mark on their admirers who had hoped for longevity.
4. Naomi Osaka and Cordae
Tennis player Naomi Osaka and rapper Cordae’s relationship was closely followed by fans due to how well it blended the sports and music industry.
Their breakup in January 2025, after a five-year relationship and a daughter, caught many off guard, as they were seen as a power couple with so much potential.
5. Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino
Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino’s engagement in 2022 felt like a promise of forever. So, when July 2025 came with news of their split and called-off wedding, fans were stunned.
What was supposed to be a happily-ever-after moment turned into an unexpected cliffhanger that had followers wondering what really happened behind the scenes.
6. Nina Dobrev and Shaun White
In early September 2025, it was confirmed that actress Nina Dobrev and Olympic snowboarder Shaun White had ended their five-year relationship, almost a year after their engagement.
The split caught many by surprise because they had seemed like an unshakable pair – at least, building a house together seemed to prove so.
7. Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson
For 10 years, singer and actress Jessica Simpson was married to former NFL player Eric Johnson, and blessed with three children.
Their marriage portrayed nothing but enduring love, happiness, and a couple whose family life was as important as their individual careers. However, the news of their separation came in January 2025, which was shocking given their public image as a stable couple.
8. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban
One would think almost two decades of marriage is enough to keep a couple, but isn’t always so. Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban were one of Hollywood’s longest-lasting couples, with 19 years of marriage filled with shared successes and public admiration.
Their divorce announcement, made by Nicole in September 2025, was one of the most jaw-dropping of the year.
9. Grant Ellis and Juliana Pasquarosa
Grant Ellis, star of The Bachelor Season 29, and his fiancée Juliana Pasquarosa shocked fans when they announced their split in June 2025, just three months after his proposal.
The couple, who met on the show, had an instant connection, bonding over shared interests like piano and planning a future together, including a move to Boston and a trip to Italy.
Their breakup was unexpected given their strong connection, but both shared heartfelt messages on Instagram about giving it their all while still choosing to part ways amicably.
10. Jessica Alba and Cash Warren
Actress Jessica Alba and film producer Cash Warren got married in 2009 after meeting on the set of Fantastic Four in 2004.
However, in January 2025, it was shocking when they announced that their 16-year marriage had come to an end after three children. As a couple who had long been seen as supportive partners, their split stunned many in the entertainment community.
Their breakup reminded us that even the strongest bonds can face challenges and that endings can arrive quietly despite years of togetherness.
As 2025 draws to a close, these high-profile breakups remind us that fame doesn’t always guarantee happy-ever-afters. Behind the glitz and glamour, celebrities face the same complex emotions and difficult decisions as everyone else. While fans may mourn the end of these relationships, it also opens the door to new beginnings and growth for everyone involved. After all, love’s journey is unpredictable, and sometimes, letting go is the bravest act of all.