Miranda Hope, the star of *The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives*, has recently taken steps to formalise her separation from ex-husband Chase McWhorter. According to court documents reviewed by PEOPLE, Hope filed for divorce on September 21, 2024. The couple, who are parents to two young children, first married in 2017 but announced their split earlier this year, marking the end of their seven-year relationship.
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The news of the divorce filing became public on November 9, following a report by *The Sun*. Although the filing was submitted discreetly, records from Utah reveal that along with the divorce paperwork, Hope also filed a child support worksheet and a notice for required classes, indicating the couple’s commitment to co-parenting their children.
In a joint statement issued to PEOPLE, the pair expressed a sense of relief about making their situation official to the world. They reflected on their time together, suggesting that their separation was not particularly surprising to anyone who knew them. “After much thought and consideration, we’ve decided to finally let the government in on the worst-kept secret: we’re not together,” they stated. They also noted, “We hope this officially puts the Ross and Rachel comparisons to rest,” a nod to the famously complicated relationship from the television series *Friends*.
It was shortly after the news broke that McWhorter responded with humour, posting a cheeky TikTok video. He jokingly attributed the two-year delay between their split and the filing to “laziness.” However, Hope added a playful retort in the comments, highlighting that she had done most of the work related to the divorce. “Yeahhh I’m the one that had to fill out all the paperwork and such,” she quipped, further adding that she was planning to take “everything” in the divorce.
The couple’s interactions have maintained a light-hearted tone amid their separation. In response to McWhorter’s comment about wanting some of her cosmetic public relations, he self-deprecatingly described himself as a “f—ing loser” during their marriage. Acknowledging his past mistakes, he noted that understanding important lessons at this stage of his life was his responsibility, and he was proud of Hope for moving on.
The split has not gone unnoticed by their followers, who have been privy to their journey through reality TV and music. Hope recently released a breakup song titled “FU4THAT,” which candidly addresses her failed relationship with McWhorter, featuring pointed lyrics that encapsulate her feelings about their separation. Despite the emotional subject of the song, McWhorter has embraced his role as her muse, with Hope revealing that he is quite pleased about being part of her creative process.
Hope has also spoken positively about their co-parenting arrangement, suggesting that while their relationship was not without its challenges, the end of their marriage has allowed them to navigate a healthy partnership in parenting. “I guess it’s a form of taking rotten lemons and turning it into some sort of sweet lemonade,” she remarked, indicating a level of acceptance regarding the ups and downs of their relationship.
As both individuals move forward with their lives, it remains clear that they are committed to putting their children first. Fans and followers alike will likely be watching closely as this new chapter unfolds for both Hope and McWhorter, hoping that they can continue their amicable relationship for the sake of their family. With their mutual understanding and light-hearted banter, the hope remains that they can inspire others facing similar situations, showing that while relationships may end, a respectful partnership can emerge from the challenges of divorce.
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