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Hearts are breaking all over the world after these most shocking celebrity divorces

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Falling in love can come with a risk, and these celebrities are well aware following some messy and heartbreaking divorces.

Whether you are a celebrity or an ordinary person, break ups are never easy – least of all when the split is blasted across every screen.

Sophie and Joe confirmed their split in September.

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And while there have been plenty of celebrity break ups, most recently, the divorce between Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas has sent fans into a complete spiral.

But what about the devastating splits that have come before them?

Continue scrolling for to see which celebrity divorces are the most devastating… read at your own risk of heartbreak.

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Hugh Jackman and Deborrah-Lee Furness

Hugh Jackman and Deborrah-Lee Furness

After 27 years of marriage, Hugh and Deborra ended their marriage in September 2023.

The pair shared a joint statement in an announcement shared to People magazine.

“We have been blessed to share almost three decades together as husband and wife in a wonderful, loving marriage,” they said.

“Our journey now is shifting and we have decided to separate to pursue our individual growth. Our family has been and always will be our highest priority. We undertake this next chapter with gratitude, love, and kindness.

“We greatly appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy as our family navigates this transition in all of our lives. With deep respect for one another, we have decided to end our marriage. We request privacy during this time.”

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Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas

Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas

After four years of marriage, Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas officially called it quits in September 2023.

While rumours of their divorce swirled the media, Sophie took to Instagram to share an official statement for the pair.

“After four wonderful years of marriage we have mutually decided to amicable end our marriage. There are many speculative narratives as to why but, truly this is a united decision and I sincerely hope that everyone can respect our wishes for privacy for us and our children,” it read.

Sophie was just 23 years old, and Joe was 29 when the pair exchanged vows. In the four years of marriage, the pair welcomed two kids, Willa and the other daughter’s name hasn’t been shared.

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Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello

Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello

Modern Family fans hearts broke when Sofia Vergara and Joe Manganiello confirmed their seven year marriage had come to an end to Page Six in July 2023.

“We have made the difficult decision to divorce. As two people that love and care for one another very much, we politely ask for respect of our privacy at this time as we navigate this new phase of our lives,” they told the publication.

The pair wed in November 2015.

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Shakira and Gerard Pique

Shakira and Gerard Pique

Although Shakira and Gerard Pique weren’t married, the pair were together for eleven years and shared two children, Milan and Sasha. The couple announced their split in June 2022, and it was one of the more messier celebrity breakups.

It has been alleged by Spanish media that Pique was unfaithful to Shakira. Meanwhile, Shakria told Elle that she had to “sacrifice” her career for her partners.

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt

From the outside, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt appeared to be the ultimate soulmates – the “it couple” after meeting on Mr & Mrs Smith in 2013.

Shortly after their second wedding anniversary, Angelina filed for divorce on September, 20, 2016 stating there was irreconcilable differences.

Their divorce settlement, which continued for years, became known one of the messier celebrity splits.

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