WNBA Star Brittney Griner Files for Divorce from Wife Cherelle Griner After Eight Years of Marriage

WNBA Star Brittney Griner Files for Divorce from Wife Cherelle Griner After Eight Years of Marriage

WNBA star Brittney Griner has officially filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, bringing an end to their eight-year marriage.

According to court documents filed on Thursday in the Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia, the couple has been separated since July 24, 2026. The filing states that their marriage is "irretrievably broken" and that there is no possibility of reconciliation.

Seeking Joint Custody of Their Son

As part of the divorce proceedings, Brittney Griner is requesting joint physical custody of the couple's son, Bash, who was born in 2024. She is also asking the court for an equitable division of the couple's marital assets and debts, including both tangible and intangible property.

In a brief statement, Griner's attorney said the family hopes to resolve the matter privately and declined to provide any additional comments. Cherelle Griner has not publicly responded to the filing.

A Relationship That Endured Extraordinary Challenges

The news comes after the couple navigated one of the most difficult periods of their lives. In 2022, Brittney Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities accused her of carrying vape cartridges containing hashish oil, which is prohibited under Russian law.

She spent nearly 10 months in detention and was later sentenced to nine years in prison before being released in December 2022 through a high-profile prisoner exchange between Russia and the United States.

Throughout her detention, Cherelle Griner became one of Brittney's strongest advocates, frequently speaking publicly and working tirelessly to raise awareness about her wife's case. Her efforts drew national attention and helped keep the issue in the public spotlight.

After returning to the United States, Brittney publicly expressed gratitude to her wife, supporters, and everyone who worked toward securing her release, saying their encouragement gave her strength during one of the most difficult chapters of her life.

What's Next?

While the divorce filing marks the end of their marriage, both Brittney and Cherelle appear focused on co-parenting their young son. As the legal process moves forward, the couple has requested privacy, and additional details are expected to remain limited unless future court filings become public.

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