Amy Schumer and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, are divorcing after more than seven years of marriage. The comedian confirmed the news in a candid Instagram post, emphasizing that the split is amicable and that their top priority will remain their son, Gene. It’s the end of a chapter that began as a whirlwind romance and grew into a family story many fans have followed closely.
From Whirlwind Romance to Family Life
Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer were first linked in late 2017, after being introduced by Amy’s personal assistant, who also happens to be Chris’s sister. Sparks quickly flew between the stand-up star and the James Beard Award–winning chef. Just a few months later, in February 2018, they tied the knot in a surprise, intimate ceremony in Malibu, surrounded by close friends and family.
In May 2019, the couple welcomed their son, Gene, a milestone Amy has frequently called the most important part of her life. Over the years, she has been open about Chris’s autism spectrum diagnosis, speaking lovingly about how it shapes their communication and family dynamic. The pair often appeared together in her projects and on social media, sharing both their humor and their vulnerabilities with fans.
Why Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer Are Divorcing
On December 12, 2025, Amy Schumer announced that she and Chris Fischer had made the “difficult decision” to end their marriage after seven years. In her statement, she stressed that they still love and respect each other and will continue to focus on raising their six-year-old son together. She also asked for privacy as they navigate this transition as a family.
True to her style, Amy used humor to shut down speculation about the reasons behind the split. She clarified that the divorce is “not because I dropped some lbs” and not because Chris is “a hot James Beard award–winning chef who can still pull some hot tail,” before adding that the breakup is “amicable and all love and respect” and ending with “family forever.” While neither has given a detailed list of reasons, reports describe the split as a cohesive, mutual decision after working through “typical long-term marriage issues” and ultimately deciding that separating was healthiest for both of them.
Life After the Split: What’s Next for Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer?
Going forward, Amy Schumer plans to continue balancing motherhood with a busy creative career. She remains active in stand-up comedy, film, and television, with ongoing projects that include new scripted work, potential stand-up specials, and continued advocacy around women’s health and body image. Fans can expect her to process this new chapter the way she always has—with honesty, humor, and a willingness to talk about the uncomfortable parts of life that many people relate to but rarely say out loud.
Chris Fischer, a chef, farmer, and cookbook author from Martha’s Vineyard, is likely to keep focusing on food, writing, and a quieter life outside the spotlight. Throughout their relationship, Amy often praised his grounded personality and deep love for their son. Both have made it clear that co‑parenting Gene in a loving, stable way is their shared mission, even as their romantic relationship comes to an end.
An Amicable Goodbye and a “Family Forever” Promise
Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer’s decision to divorce after more than seven years of marriage is both bittersweet and deeply human. Their story—meeting through family, falling in love quickly, building a life together, welcoming a child, and then choosing to part ways with mutual respect—reflects the reality that even loving relationships can change over time. By publicly affirming that there is still love between them and that their son remains at the center of their lives, they’ve set an example of how to approach separation with maturity, kindness, and a sense of humor, reminding fans that “family forever” can look different, but still be full of love.
