WNBA Star Brittney Griner Ends Eight-Year Marriage
Brittney Griner has officially filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, bringing an end to one of the WNBA's most high-profile marriages.
According to court documents filed in Fulton County, Georgia, on July 30, 2026, the basketball star stated that the marriage is irretrievably broken.
The filing also notes that the couple separated on July 24, 2026. Griner is requesting joint legal custody of their two-year-old son, Bash, along with an equitable division of marital assets.
The news surprised many fans, as the couple had often appeared united through some of the most difficult moments of Griner's life and career.
Brittney and Cherelle first met while attending Baylor University and later married in June 2018.
Their relationship gained international attention in 2022 when Brittney was detained in Russia after authorities found cannabis oil in her luggage.
She was sentenced to nine years in prison, but Cherelle became one of the leading voices advocating for her release.
Through television interviews, public appearances, and meetings with U.S. government officials, Cherelle kept national attention focused on Brittney's case.
Her efforts helped rally public support until Brittney was released in a prisoner exchange in December 2022.
Their story became a symbol of resilience, love, and determination during an extraordinarily difficult period.
Following Brittney's return to the United States, the couple rebuilt their lives together while Griner resumed her basketball career.
They made several public appearances, including attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the Met Gala, and in 2024 they welcomed their son, Bash.
Fans admired the family as they celebrated new milestones after overcoming the challenges of Brittney's imprisonment.
However, despite those public moments of happiness, the marriage eventually came to an end.
Neither Brittney nor Cherelle has publicly shared detailed reasons for the separation beyond the information included in the court filing.
The divorce filing has drawn widespread attention because of the extraordinary journey the couple shared over the past several years.
During Brittney's detention in Russia, Cherelle consistently expressed hope and determination while urging officials to bring her wife home safely.
Their reunion following Brittney's release was celebrated around the world, making news of their separation especially unexpected.
Court records indicate that Brittney is seeking a cooperative co-parenting arrangement focused on the well-being of their young son.
WNBA star Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, after eight years of marriage. Court documents state that the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” with Griner requesting joint legal custody of their two-year-old son, Bash.
Brittney Griner has officially filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, bringing an end to one of the WNBA's most high-profile marriages.
According to court documents filed in Fulton County, Georgia, on July 30, 2026, the basketball star stated that the marriage is irretrievably broken.
The filing also notes that the couple separated on July 24, 2026. Griner is requesting joint legal custody of their two-year-old son, Bash, along with an equitable division of marital assets.
The news surprised many fans, as the couple had often appeared united through some of the most difficult moments of Griner's life and career.
Brittney and Cherelle first met while attending Baylor University and later married in June 2018.
Their relationship gained international attention in 2022 when Brittney was detained in Russia after authorities found cannabis oil in her luggage.
She was sentenced to nine years in prison, but Cherelle became one of the leading voices advocating for her release.
Through television interviews, public appearances, and meetings with U.S. government officials, Cherelle kept national attention focused on Brittney's case.
Her efforts helped rally public support until Brittney was released in a prisoner exchange in December 2022.
Their story became a symbol of resilience, love, and determination during an extraordinarily difficult period.
Following Brittney's return to the United States, the couple rebuilt their lives together while Griner resumed her basketball career.
They made several public appearances, including attending the White House Correspondents' Dinner and the Met Gala, and in 2024 they welcomed their son, Bash.
Fans admired the family as they celebrated new milestones after overcoming the challenges of Brittney's imprisonment.
However, despite those public moments of happiness, the marriage eventually came to an end.
Neither Brittney nor Cherelle has publicly shared detailed reasons for the separation beyond the information included in the court filing.
The divorce filing has drawn widespread attention because of the extraordinary journey the couple shared over the past several years.
During Brittney's detention in Russia, Cherelle consistently expressed hope and determination while urging officials to bring her wife home safely.
Their reunion following Brittney's release was celebrated around the world, making news of their separation especially unexpected.
Court records indicate that Brittney is seeking a cooperative co-parenting arrangement focused on the well-being of their young son.