Lori Loughlin has officially commenced divorce proceedings from her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, nearly a year after the couple separated. According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Loughlin filed for divorce on 4 September 2025, citing irreconcilable differences as the primary reason for their split. This announcement comes nearly three decades after the couple’s marriage in November 1997.
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The actress, best known for her role in the television series “Full House,” indicated in her filing that they had established a prenuptial agreement prior to their wedding, which was subsequently amended in 2015. Their separation date is noted as 25 August 2025. The couple shares two daughters: Isabella Rose, aged 27, and Olivia Jade, aged 26.
A representative for Loughlin confirmed the separation in October 2025, stating, “They are living apart and taking a break from their marriage. There are no legal proceedings at this time.” This confirmation came two months after friends of Loughlin reported that they were supporting her during this difficult time and expressed their dissatisfaction with Giannulli, suggesting he was the source of animosity among those close to the actress.
Sources indicate that Loughlin remains deeply affected by their troubled relationship. It has been reported that she feels anger towards Giannulli, while he appears to favour a more discreet resolution to their issues. Insiders have suggested that the couple’s difficulties can be traced back to the widely publicised college admissions scandal in 2020, where both were implicated in a scheme to secure a place for their daughters at the University of Southern California.
During the scandal, Loughlin and Giannulli were accused of making a substantial payment of $500,000 for fraudulent college admissions. As a result, Loughlin served two months in prison, while Giannulli faced a five-month sentence. A source close to the couple stated that the strain of their experiences during this tumultuous period has had lasting repercussions: “Things have never been the same after weathering the college admission fallout and the prison sentences together.”
The emotional fallout appears to have driven a wedge between the couple, with reports indicating that their differences are increasingly pronounced. “Lori feels betrayed. They’re in very different places right now, and it’s unlikely that they’ll find their way back together,” an insider remarked, highlighting the gulf that has formed between them over the years.
Despite the challenges surrounding her personal life, Loughlin is gradually making a return to the entertainment industry. After a lengthy hiatus from social media, she reactivated her Instagram account at the end of August, marking her first post in seven years. She has also resumed acting, taking on roles in various television series, including “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Blue Bloods,” and the Hallmark Mystery series, “Garage Sale Mystery.”
As Lori Loughlin navigates this new chapter in her life, she appears to be focusing on rebuilding her career while coping with the complexities of her personal circumstances. The public will undoubtedly continue to follow her journey as she seeks to forge a path forward following her high-profile divorce.