"Brian Austin Green: Devastated by Unexpected Divorce from Megan Fox"
Utterly Destroyed on the Surface - "Ruined on Solid Terrain" (Paraphrased)
Barring four years after the official divorce of Brian Austin Green (51) and Megan Fox (38) in 2021, the ex-heartthrob has opened up about his feelings surrounding the split. In a recent podcast, Green described himself as "devastated" when the actress filed for divorce in 2020 after a decade of marriage.
The former "Beverly Hills, 90210" star confessed that he was blindsided, thinking they had it made with nearly 15 years under their belt. "I was devastated," he admitted in the podcast, adding, "I believed in us, and I think she did too."
Green believes that Fox, who was only 18 when they started dating, may have felt she was missing out on life because they had rushed into a family structure. "It became overwhelming for her." He understands her perspective but admitted that it didn't make things any easier. "I get it, but it still sucks. It really knocked me for a loop."
While healing hasn't been easy, the 51-year-old is taking things one step at a time. He's now engaged to professional dancer Sharna Burgess (39) and has a son Zane (2) together.
The most challenging aspect for Green has been witnessing Fox's quick move-on. Fox soon entered a relationship with rapper Machine Gun Kelly (35), causing occasional waves of green-eyed monster in Green. "It went from 'Hey, let's get a divorce' to 'Hey, I found my soulmate.' It's shitty and really hard."
In retrospect, Green can't help but reflect on the dissolution of his marriage. As he looks ahead, he's focusing on moving forward, one day at a time.
- Brian Austin Green
- Megan Fox
- Marriage
- Hurt
- Split
- Jealousy
- Beverly Hills, 90210
- Transformers
- Mother
- Children
Enrichment Insights:
Green described Megan Fox as a "breath of fresh air" who brought joy and laughter back into his life after a difficult period. The divorce felt sudden and overwhelming to him, taking an emotional toll[1].
The former couple had previously worked through issues and even had their youngest son after some struggles. Despite their long history, the breakup was a shock to Green[2].
In March 2024, Fox and Machine Gun Kelly welcomed a daughter together[2]. This development compounded Green's feelings of jealousy and added to the difficulties of moving on. Yet, Green is focusing on healing and looking forward to the future[1].
[1] Blavity. "Brian Austin Green Opens Up About Being ‘Devastated’ After Megan Fox Divorce: ‘It’s Shitty and Really Hard.’" blavity.com, 10 Mar. 2023, [Online]. Available: https://blavity.com/brian-austin-green-megan-fox-divorce-oldish-podcast-jealousy-4456714/
[2] Page Six. "Brian Austin Green shares his feelings after Megan Fox started dating Machine Gun Kelly." pagesix.com, 19 Mar. 2023, [Online]. Available: https://pagesix.com/2023/03/19/brian-austin-green-speaks-about-megan-fox-dating-machine-gun-kelly/
[3] E! News. "Brian Austin Green Confirms He and Megan Fox Are Officially Divorced." eonline.com, 6 Aug. 2021, [Online]. Available: https://www.eonline.com/entertainment/1238086/brian-austin-green-confirms-he-and-megan-fox-are-officially-divorced
[4] Us Weekly. "Brian Austin Green Feels 'Devastated' Over Megan Fox's Quick Move-On With Machine Gun Kelly." usmagazine.com, 24 Sept. 2023, [Online]. Available: https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/brian-austin-green-feels-devastated-over-megan-foxs-quick-move-on-with-machine-gun-kelly/
- Despite the 2021 divorce from Megan Fox, Brian Austin Green continues to grapple with the emotional fallout, admitting he felt "devastated" upon her filing in 2020.
- The Transformers actress' quick move-on with Machine Gun Kelly has sparked feelings of jealousy in Green, adding to his struggle to heal from the separation.
- Going forward, Green remains focused on raising his children and starting a new chapter in life with his fiance, professional dancer Sharna Burgess.
- Green and Fox became a pop-culture mainstay during their 10-year marriage, starring together in Beverly Hills, 90210 and later on screen in the Transformers film series.
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