Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet have officially finalized their divorce. A Los Angeles County judge’s dissolution of their marriage took effect on Tuesday, marking the end of a relationship that spanned over 16 years. The couple, who had been separated for years, were married for more than seven years and were together for 12 years before tying the knot.
Bonet, whose legal name is Lilakoi Moon, filed for divorce in January, citing irreconcilable differences. The documents listed their separation date as October 7, 2020, more than three years earlier. They made their separation public in 2022. The divorce process was swift and amicable, with no disputes over financial support or asset division. They have agreed to joint custody of their two children, a 16-year-old daughter and a 15-year-old son.
Momoa, 44, is widely recognized for his roles in the “Aquaman” movies and “Game of Thrones.” Bonet, 56, gained fame from “The Cosby Show,” its spinoff “A Different World,” and films like “High Fidelity” and “Enemy of the State.” This was Momoa’s first marriage, and he has since revealed on social media that he is dating actor Adria Arjona. For Bonet, this was her second marriage; she was previously married to rocker Lenny Kravitz, with whom she shares another daughter, actor Zoë Kravitz.
The couple first met in 2005 and married in a secret ceremony in 2017. They had hoped to keep their wedding private, but Momoa later shared details, describing it as a gathering of their families to celebrate their love. Their relationship began after a chance meeting at a jazz club, where Momoa, who had admired Bonet since seeing her on “The Cosby Show” as a child, was introduced to her by a mutual friend.
In January 2022, they announced their separation in a joint statement on Instagram, expressing that their love would continue to evolve in new ways. “The love between us carries on, evolving in ways it wishes to be known and lived. We free each other to be who we are learning to become,” they wrote. They emphasized that their decision to part ways was made with dignity and honesty, and their devotion to their children remained unwavering.
The announcement was met with a mix of surprise and admiration, as the couple’s statement was seen as unusually positive and respectful for a celebrity breakup. They shared that they were parting ways not because they thought it was newsworthy, but to live their lives with integrity. “We have all felt the squeeze and changes of these transformational times… A revolution is unfolding and our family is of no exception… feeling and growing from the seismic shifts occurring,” they said.
Despite their separation, Momoa and Bonet have maintained a strong commitment to co-parenting their children. Momoa clarified on the 2022 Oscars red carpet that they were not back together but remained a family. “We’re not back together,” he told Access Hollywood. “We’re family… We have two beautiful children together.”
Their relationship has been a source of inspiration for many, with Momoa often expressing his admiration for Bonet. In a 2019 interview with Esquire, he said, “If someone says something isn’t possible, I’m like, ‘Listen here, I married Lisa Bonet. Anything is fucking possible.’”
The couple’s journey together has been marked by significant milestones, including the birth of their two children. Their daughter, Lola, was born in 2007, and their son, Nakoa-Wolf, arrived in December 2008. Bonet’s daughter from her previous marriage, Zoë Kravitz, has also been a part of their blended family.
As they move forward separately, both Momoa and Bonet have expressed a desire to continue growing and evolving as individuals. Their approach to their divorce has been seen as a model of how to handle such a difficult situation with grace and respect. By prioritizing their children’s well-being and maintaining a positive relationship, they have shown that it is possible to part ways without sacrificing love or respect for one another.
In a world where celebrity breakups often become tabloid fodder, Momoa and Bonet’s handling of their divorce stands out as a refreshing example of how to navigate the end of a relationship with dignity. Their story serves as a reminder that even in the face of significant life changes, it is possible to move forward with kindness and mutual respect.
Source: PEOPLE, Entertainment Weekly, Vanity Fair
