The most talked-about breakups of 2025

BarcelonaA year can be quite eventful in terms of breakups for mere mortals. You can go from not speaking to your ex to reconciling and moving in together if, suddenly, circumstances change. This is even worse when it affects celebrities, who live in a bubble where everything is even more exaggerated, since factors like commercial interests and social media pressure influence their lives. Whatever the reasons, below you will find the most talked-about breakups of 2025. We'll see if they don't reappear in the 2026 ranking...

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban

Just when we thought they'd die married, this eternal Hollywood couple has given us a huge surprise. Nineteen years together and two daughters seemed like solid arguments for surviving all kinds of crises, including those generated by risk factors like the singer's addictions. However, it seems that at the last minute—as was leaked—the fact that they were living separate lives because of their careers caused everything to fall apart. On September 30, she filed for divorce. Shortly after, he was already very affectionate with a female band member. Whether he had started behaving this way then or before the official separation, perhaps we'll find out in 2026.

Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade Giannulli

If we say they broke up in 2025, we're not lying. However, when referring to them, it's important to clarify that breaking up doesn't mean forever. In fact, it doesn't mean they broke up for the rest of 2025, but only for a while. The relationship between the actor and the influencer It started four years ago and has always been on and off. But this breakup seemed bigger than the previous ones because it was brought up by the magazine. Peoplewho reportedly contacted his representatives to confirm it. In September, some media outlets reported that the romance had rekindled, after being interrupted because he had run into an ex – Kaia Gerber, Cindy Crawford's daughter – and strayed from the path. We'll see who they end up with this holiday season; perhaps this is a good indicator... If there's any indicator at 28 (him) and 26 (her), that is!

Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler

Model Kaia Gerber was already single when she met the aforementioned Jacob Elordi. Perhaps it was that window of opportunity that made him forget for a while that he had a girlfriend. Be that as it may, what matters now is that Gerber became single in January 2025, right after Three Kings Day. She had been with Austin Butler, a young actor who has recently become very well-known thanks to his portrayal of Elvis Presley, for four years. The impossible schedules of these two young stars of international fame are said to have been the trigger for the breakup. Others said that fame hadn't suited him well and that he wasn't the model boyfriend Gerber had fallen for.

Lamine Yamal and Nicki Nicole

And if we're talking about young, famous kids, Lamine Yamal is a prime example. Although many of us predicted that he and Nicki Nicole wouldn't even see each other at the Mercè Festival opening ceremony after the summer, their relationship lasted until November. They ended things publicly and amicably, denying any rumors of infidelity. It was short, but it was eventful. Nicki Nicole attended the Gamper Trophy match, they traveled to Monaco together, and they even had time to play Mario Kart. Since he was so young and didn't have a driver's license, she was also seen driving him to practice. Thanks for everything!

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom

In short, we could say that Katy Perry went on a trip to space and when she returned, she was single. After eight years together, the actor and the singer said goodbye to a relationship that never made it to the altar and ended with a daughter. They separated at the end of June, after she left for space with a daisy in hand and Jeff Bezos's wife, Lauren Sánchez, by her side. The 41-year-old singer isn't wasting any time, and before the year is out, she already has reason to celebrate, having started a completely unexpected new relationship with Justin Trudeau, who was available.

Pep Guardiola and Cristina Serra

More than thirty years of relationship have come to an end in 2025. It has been thirty discreet years, and a discreet breakup as well. His contract renewal as Manchester City manager until 2027 has been the most significant factor in the split. There will be no aggressive songs posted on social media, nor will they go to theHello! to say nothing. A break with DO Catalunya.

Monica Bellucci and Tim Burton

When they started dating in 2022—after meeting at the Lumière Festival in Lyon—many thought it was an impossible relationship. They didn't seem compatible. This wasn't the case, as they enjoyed a successful three years together, which isn't bad in their industry. "With great respect and affection for one another, we have decided to separate," they explained, aware of their global fame, in a statement to AFP. Shortly after, the actress continued to speak positively in an interview. Vogue"There are paths that, at a certain moment, intersect on a path that continues forever… Tim's path and mine crossed to travel a journey together and then separate again. [...] However, as long as I live, Tim will always have a unique place in my heart." She and the director are 61 and 67 years old, respectively. How life experience shows in the face of defeat...

The Javios

Their breakup has shown that, little by little, people from the LGBTIQ+ community are now part of thestar-system mainstreamIn the final months of the year, rumors surrounding the breakup of these two artists have persisted for weeks. Thirteen years after meeting, Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi continue to work together, share a company, and have many friends. Since the breakup became public, they have been seen together on several occasions. One of these sightings was with Glenn Close, with whom they will premiere a project in 2026. They may no longer be a couple, but the "Javis" concept will undoubtedly continue to generate buzz in the coming years.