Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski are going their separate ways after nine years of marriage, bringing an end to a relationship that began onstage, moved into Hollywood romance and eventually became a family of four. The actors confirmed their separation in a joint statement shared on September 15, saying they had been separated “for a while” and that the decision has ultimately been the right one for their family.
The news comes after years in which Seyfried and Sadoski largely kept their marriage and children away from the spotlight. While both occasionally spoke about the partnership and the life they built together, they rarely treated their relationship as a piece of their public personas. Their statement now offers only a brief explanation, making clear that the separation had already been underway for some time.
Amanda Seyfried And Thomas Sadoski Confirm Their Separation
Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski Split After 9 Years of Marriage (Exclusive) https://t.co/DYjHIo0LHm
— People (@people) September 15, 2026
In their statement, Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski said, “We have been separated for a while, and it’s proven to be the right move for us and our family unit. We’ve got each other forever, and it’s GOOD.”
The wording is notable for what it does not reveal. The actors did not disclose when they separated, what prompted the decision or whether either has filed for divorce. Instead, their statement centers on their family and the continued bond between them. That leaves much of the circumstances private, consistent with the way they have handled their personal lives throughout their marriage.
For a couple who had spent years presenting a relatively low-key image, the announcement also reflects the difference between a public marriage and the private reality behind it. Their separation was apparently not a sudden decision made public immediately, but something they had already been navigating away from public attention.
Their Relationship Began Onstage
The story of Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski began in 2015, when they met while starring in the off-Broadway play “The Way We Get By.” They reunited later that year for the film “The Last Word,” playing love interests on screen. Their professional relationship eventually developed into a real-life romance, with reports confirming they were dating in March 2016.
The relationship moved quickly from there. They became engaged later in 2016 and quietly eloped in March 2017. Sadoski later described the wedding as an intimate escape into the country with an officiant, emphasizing that it was simply the two of them talking to each other.
Their first child, daughter Nina, arrived shortly after the wedding. The couple later welcomed their son, Thomas Jr., in September 2020.
A Private Marriage And Family Life
Much of the marriage unfolded away from the usual Hollywood spotlight. Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski eventually settled into life on a farm in upstate New York, where Seyfried occasionally offered glimpses of their family, animals and everyday routines.
Their approach to parenting was similarly personal. In 2023, Seyfried described herself and Sadoski as “yin and yang” when it came to raising their children, suggesting that their differences complemented one another. They also shared an interest in humanitarian work, including supporting War Child USA and its efforts involving children affected by conflict.
Sadoski had also spoken warmly about Seyfried early in their marriage, once describing her as the person he loved, admired and respected most in the world. Their public comments over the years generally reflected a relationship built around mutual support rather than constant visibility.
They Continued Supporting Each Other Professionally
Even as their family life remained private, their professional lives continued to intersect. Seyfried thanked Sadoski during her 2022 Emmy acceptance speech after winning Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for “The Dropout.” He later accompanied her to the 2023 New York premiere of “The Crowded Room.”
As recently as January 2026, Seyfried was speaking positively about Sadoski’s role in supporting her career. During an interview with Vogue, she said her husband “sacrifices a lot for me” while discussing a particularly busy stretch that included “The Testament of Ann Lee,” “The Housemaid” and “Long Bright River.”
That makes the timing of the separation particularly striking, although it does not provide an explanation for it. In fact, the couple’s recent public interactions underscore why it is important not to read more into their private circumstances than they have chosen to share.
What Comes Next For Amanda Seyfried And Thomas Sadoski
For Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski, the next chapter appears to be centered on maintaining their connection as a family while moving forward separately. Their statement specifically emphasizes that they “have each other forever,” suggesting that the end of their marriage does not represent an end to their relationship as parents or as people who have shared nearly a decade of life together.
For now, the actors have offered no further details about their separation. After years of keeping their family largely out of public scrutiny, their decision to address the split with a short, jointly issued statement leaves the emphasis where they appear to want it: on their family, their continued bond and the life they are now navigating in a different form.
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