We went down the rabbit hole trying to figure this out. There are only a few real answers out there, and most of the rest is internet speculation.
Here’s what we found after digging through official reports, timelines, and fan discussions.
The Quick Answer Up Front
Justin Hartley filed for divorce in November 2019. The paperwork cited just one reason: “irreconcilable differences.”
That’s the only official reason on record.
On Selling Sunset, Chrishell later said she found out about the filing by text message. That detail shocked viewers and us, too.
A Simple Timeline to Follow
- 2013–2019: Justin and Chrishell date, then marry in 2017.
- Nov 2019: Justin files for divorce citing irreconcilable differences.
- Aug 2020 (Season 3): Chrishell reveals on camera she learned by text.
- May 2021: Justin marries actor Sofia Pernas.
- May 2023: Chrishell marries musician G Flip in Las Vegas.
That’s the verified timeline. Anything else motives, hidden reasons is speculation.
What “Irreconcilable Differences” Really Means
It’s a no-fault divorce term.
It doesn’t blame one partner or list details.
It just says the marriage can’t be repaired.
Courts don’t ask for more than that, so the filings stay vague.
The Theories People Still Talk About
Was it because of his rising fame?
Some fans think so, but the documents don’t say it.
Was there overlap with his next relationship?
People point to dates, but no confirmed evidence exists.
Did Chrishell handle it with grace?
Most viewers think yes — especially since she didn’t drag him publicly and kept her focus on moving forward.
What Stood Out to Us
Reading and watching all this, We was struck by how Chrishell chose to respond.
She admitted she was blindsided, then redirected her energy to healing, her work, and later a new relationship that fit her better.
That choice — to focus on her own growth instead of public blame — is why her story still resonates.
She showed that even when you can’t control what happens, you can control how you respond.
What We Know vs. What We Don’t
- Know: Filing date and “irreconcilable differences” as the legal reason.
- Know: Chrishell said she learned by text — captured on the show.
- Know: Both have since remarried.
- Don’t know: Any deeper motive behind the filing.
- Don’t know: Whether there was overlap in relationships — no proof in the public record.
Our Take
This isn’t just a celebrity breakup.
It’s a reminder that heartbreak is often out of our control, but healing is something we get to choose.
Chrishell’s response — calm, forward-looking, and boundary-driven — is the part worth remembering.
