Kristi Yamaguchi Makes Rare Comment About Bret Hedican Divorce

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Kristi Yamaguchi isn’t skating around the reality of her divorce from Bret Hedican.

The Olympic skater recently revealed she and her husband, Bret, divorced last year after being married for over twenty years. Despite the split, she shared that they remain amicable and were in agreement about the decision, especially as they co-parent their daughters, Keara, 22, and Emma, 20.

Kristi recently shared with People magazine that after 23 years of marriage and raising their two daughters together, she and her husband decided to separate and eventually divorce. She explained that they reached this amicable decision because they both felt it was time to pursue their own happiness.

Bret and Kristi met at the 1992 Winter Olympics and later married in 2000. Bret, now 55, played hockey for the U.S. team, and Kristi, 54, was a figure skater representing the United States.

She eventually won the gold medal that year, making history as the first Asian-American to achieve this at the Winter Games. Meanwhile, Bret had a successful 17-year career playing professional hockey in the NHL.

Over time, the couple connected through their shared love of sports and family. These passions often came together, like when Kristi shared that she and her daughters enjoyed ice skating as a family in 2017.

In 2023, Bret and Kristi privately decided to go their separate ways, but they didn’t announce it publicly.

With her divorce complete and both children now in college, Kristi is looking forward to what comes next in her life.

She shared with People magazine that she’s excited about the future and all the possibilities it holds. She’s open to new relationships and dating, but also focused on enjoying the present and making the most of upcoming opportunities.

You know, I’ve really learned to live without dwelling on the past. I cherish the beautiful family I’ve built and all the amazing memories we’ve made, but honestly, I’m most excited about what’s next and creating even more special moments. It’s all about looking forward!

For the two-time World Figure Skating champion, it also means supporting her daughters as they start their adult lives.

As a mom, honestly, watching my kids grow into themselves and chase their dreams is the most fulfilling thing. It’s a beautiful, yet bittersweet experience! One minute they’re tiny toddlers, and the next they’re starting school… it feels like time just flies by, and I find myself constantly remembering those precious early years.

Honestly, it just makes my heart swell to watch them now! Seeing them chase their dreams, really go for it… it’s incredible. It’s like they’re finally spreading their wings and taking flight, and I couldn’t be prouder. It’s so fulfilling to witness, truly!

Kristi and Bret aren’t the only couple to split up lately. Here’s a look at other celebrity breakups this year…

According to court records obtained by TopMob News, the husband of a Real Housewives of New York star filed for divorce on April 2nd, ending their nine-year marriage.

David has initiated a lawsuit against Sai, who is the mother of his children, London and Rio. Sai hasn’t yet made any public statement about the legal action.

Sai became a cast member on The Real Housewives of New York City when the show was revamped in 2023, and she discussed the claims that she had an affair with her now-husband while filming the show.

Sai revealed in the fifteenth season’s ninth episode that she met David six years following his divorce, and that she actually possesses a copy of his divorce documents.

Troian Bellisario and her husband have separated after seven years of marriage, according to a source who confirmed the news to TopMob News on April 10.

After admitting to an emotional affair with Marciano Brunette from Vanderpump Villa, the star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is now facing divorce. Court records in Utah show her husband recently filed for divorce, according to TopMob News.

He said in a statement on March 19 that making this decision was very difficult and emotionally painful. He expressed gratitude for the good times and what he learned during the relationship. Although they are going their separate ways, his main focus is now on his children and making sure they feel safe, loved, and supported as they adjust to the changes.

As a longtime fan, it’s heartbreaking to hear about Jordan and Jessi deciding to separate. He’s a devoted dad to Jagger, Jovi, and his daughter Peyton, and he just shared that he’s committed to handling things with kindness and respect for everyone involved. He’s asked for privacy during this difficult time, and honestly, as a supporter, all I want is for him and his family to navigate this as smoothly as possible.

After being engaged for two years, the Los Angeles Lakers point guard announced he and his partner have broken up. He stated his priority now is their daughters, Gabriela and Olivia.

Luka Dončić recently ended his engagement because his daughters haven’t been able to join him in the U.S. during the basketball season, despite his efforts to make it happen, he told ESPN on March 10th. He stated that his daughters are his top priority and this was a difficult decision.

He explained that his daughters’ well-being is his top priority, and he’ll always work hard to be a part of their lives and provide them with everything they need to thrive.

According to court records obtained by TopMob News, Anamaria started a legal case in California requesting child support and payment for her legal fees before Luca publicly shared his side of the story.

Okay, so, I’m absolutely devastated to hear this! The Cowboys quarterback and his fiancée were engaged since October of last year, and she just said she’s heartbroken that they’re splitting up. I mean, I’ve been following their relationship since the beginning, and I really thought they were meant to be! It’s just…so sad!

According to a representative for Sarah Jane, the split was amicable and there were no disagreements or fights. They stated on March 9th that it was a mutual decision between both parties.

Now that they’re no longer together, Margaret and Aurora’s parents are focusing on raising their daughters together as co-parents.

The couple deeply loves their daughters and is dedicated to co-parenting them with love and support. They are still reeling from this recent development and request privacy as they navigate the situation.

The Bling Empire costars’ three-year romance lost its shine.

Devon and I have made the difficult decision to end our engagement and pursue separate futures,” they shared with People magazine on February 26th, five months after the proposal. “We both care for each other very much and will continue to support one another, and we cherish the time we spent together. Ultimately, we feel we’re better suited as friends at this point in our lives.

A year after publicly dating her Vampire Diaries co-star, Arielle revealed they had broken up. She shared on the February 19th episode of the Off the Vine podcast that she hadn’t been in a relationship for a while.

The White Lotus actress announced Feb. 20 that she and the film producer went their separate ways. 

Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form are divorcing, according to a statement from Daddario’s representative to People magazine. The statement said the separation was amicable and made with mutual respect and affection.

The actors, known for their roles in Percy Jackson and A Quiet Place respectively—and who are parents to a son—have announced they are separating. Their representative stated they will continue to co-parent and ask for privacy during this time.

The popular beauty influencer announced she and her husband are divorcing, revealing they decided to separate last year.

In a video posted to Instagram on February 12th, Mikayla shared how much she and Cody love each other, saying they would do anything for one another.

She didn’t explain why they broke up, simply stating that the reason was known only to her and Cody.

A star from Secret Lives of Mormon Wives revealed she and her fitness influencer partner had broken up in a TikTok video on February 7th, after followers observed they had stopped following each other on social media.

You know, sometimes people just grow apart, and it seems that’s what happened here. He needed to focus on his own journey and felt he couldn’t do that while we were together. It’s sad, of course, but I really do respect his need to do what’s right for him, and I genuinely wish him all the best in finding his happiness.

Just two months after confirming they were back together, news outlets reported in early February that the country singer and the Outer Banks actor had split up again.

The actress from Orange is the New Black and her screenwriter wife announced their divorce on January 29th. The couple first met in 2012 while working on the popular Netflix series.

After nine years of marriage, we’ve decided to separate,” the couple shared in a statement to Out magazine. “But we remain committed to raising our children together as partners for life.

Samira and Lauren share a daughter named George Elizabeth, who was born in April 2021.

On January 30th, the founder of WeWoreWhat announced that she and her fiancé had broken up, only six months after getting engaged.

Danielle recently shared on Instagram that she and her partner are separating. She explained she hadn’t spoken publicly about her personal life before, but wanted to let everyone know they’re ending their relationship with kindness and mutual respect. She emphasized there wasn’t a major conflict, but rather a realization that they weren’t meant to be together long-term.

Honestly, hearing her speak, I just felt so much respect. She admitted things are uncertain, but she really stood her ground with this decision – it took incredible courage. She asked for some space and understanding for both of us as we navigate this, and I absolutely want to give her that. I’m so grateful for everyone’s support, and I know she is too.

The couple, who began dating in October 2023, split after being together for over two years, according to several news sources on January 26th.

In January 2026, Patricia filed for divorce from the comedian after 15 years of marriage. 

In a statement released on January 23rd, the Dutch royals announced they have decided to divorce after 25 years of marriage. They emphasized that this was a joint decision made with respect for each other.

The couple, who are parents to Isabella, Samuel, and Benjamin, have agreed to work together to raise their children.

I’m just… devastated, honestly. They said they’ll still co-parent their three kids, which is… something, I guess? But it’s clearly so hard for them, and they’re asking for space. I just wish they knew how much support they have, but I totally understand needing privacy right now. It’s just… heartbreaking to read.

Following their divorce, Annette will no long hold the royal title of Princess. 

Although they never publicly confirmed getting married after becoming engaged in September 2025, Machine Gun Kelly filed for divorce on January 22nd, according to reports from several news sources. Later that same day, Megan Fox shared that she was shocked and completely unprepared for his sudden decision to end their marriage.

The actress said she was shocked by the divorce filing, which she didn’t see coming at all. In a statement released on January 22nd, she explained she had been with her husband, Austin, the night before the news broke. While they had faced typical marital difficulties, she truly thought they were making progress as a couple.

Jaime, who shares sons James and Leo with his ex-husband Kyle Newman, also firmly denied that any infidelity played a role in their split. He clarified that any recent public interactions were simply professional meetings and unrelated to their personal life.

The Summer House stars announced their separation after four years of marriage on Jan. 19.

We’ve made the difficult decision to separate and end our relationship, and we’re sharing this news with sadness. We respectfully ask for privacy and understanding as we both work on ourselves and move forward.

They continued, saying it felt strange to ask for privacy after always sharing their relationship openly, but they appreciated any kindness and respect as they moved forward.

In January, the former star of One Tree Hill announced his separation from the director of My Old Ass after 11 years of marriage.

I generally keep our family life private, but there’s been a lot of online guessing lately, so I wanted to set the record straight. Megan and I have decided to get a divorce.

The musician, who shares children Winnie and Benny with Megan, emphasized that their children and working together as parents remain their top priority.

The Diff’rent Strokes alum confirmed his breakup with his wife of three years on Jan. 14.

After a lot of thought and prayer, my spouse and I have decided to separate,” he shared in a statement to People magazine. “It was a very difficult decision, and we’re both saddened by it, but we will always cherish the time we spent together.

Todd expressed gratitude for their time together, the lessons they’ve shared, and the family they created. He shared his faith that, even during this difficult transition, they will both find healing, peace, and a fresh start.

After three years together, the Saturday Night Live comedian and the star of Beef have broken up, according to several news sources on January 7th. He reportedly won her over initially by sending flowers to all of her hotels during a European trip.

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