Ex-wife of swimmer Ryan Lochte files divorce petition.
Farewell to Ryan Lochte's Seven-Year Marriage
Swimming legend Ryan Lochte and his model-turned realtor spouse, Kayla Rae Reid, are parting ways after seven tumultuous years together. Kayla confirmed the split on Instagram, sharing her heartfelt sentiments on June 4, 2025.
"After deep prayer and reflection, I've made the difficult decision to end my marriage," Kayla admitted in her post. "This has been a challenging season of my life, one that I've wrestled with privately until I could do so from a place of healing."
The post, accompanying a contemplative video, garnered support from fellow women—undoubtedly a symptom of her candidness and bravery.
People reports that Kayla initiated the legal proceedings on March 26, 2025. The reasons behind the divorce were not disclosed in her statement. Kayla shared her vision for her post-split future, saying, "I'm giving myself grace, choosing resilience, and believing that what's ahead will lead to strength and peace."
This turn of events marks another in a series of ups and downs in the lives of the Lochtes. Kayla and Ryan were engaged in 2016 and formalized their union in an unusual manner. They exchanged vows twice—once at a Florida courthouse and later, following a ceremony several months later, to allow their eldest child, Caiden Zane, to participate as the ring bearer[1][2].
Although Ryan, now 40, hasn't officially retired from swimming, it has been five years since he qualified for the Olympics[1]. With a total of 12 Olympic medals, including 6 gold, Ryan remains a celebrated figure in the world of sports.
For the Lochte family, this marital separation brings a new chapter, laden with hopes and uncertainties, as they navigate this unexpected twist in their lives.
[1] People Magazine, "Kayla Rae Reid Files for Divorce from Ryan Lochte," March 2025[2] Kayla Rae Reid's Instagram Post, June 4, 2025.
Despite Ryan Lochte, a celebrity in the world of sports, no longer qualifying for the Olympics since 2016, he continues to captivate fans' attention. This divided attention might extend to his personal life, as his split from Kayla Rae Reid, his long-time spouse and entertainment personality, has become a topic of public interest following her divorce filing in March 2025.
