Jessica Alba and Cash Warren split after 16 years of marriage: Report

Los Angeles: Hollywood actress Jessica Alba and her husband, producer Cash Warren, have reportedly separated after 16 years of marriage. Sources suggest the couple is nearing a divorce, as confirmed by tmz.com and reported by people.com.

Alba and Warren first met in 2004 on the 'Fantastic Four' set in Vancouver, where Alba starred as Sue Storm and Warren worked as a director's assistant. The couple married on May 19, 2008, and have three children: daughters Honor (16) and Haven (13), and son Hayes (7). They had recently celebrated Hayes' 7th birthday earlier in January.

On New Year’s Eve, Alba posted a cryptic message, stating that her 2024 would be filled with "connection, growth, adventures, laughter, peace, sisterhood, transformation, rebirth, joy, and so much love." The post raised questions about her relationship with Warren, fueling speculation about their marital status.

Over the years, Alba has spoken publicly about balancing her career, business ventures, and family life while discussing the dynamics of her marriage. In a 2021 interview, she acknowledged the importance of prioritizing their relationship, noting that both she and Warren had individual needs. She explained that during the time she had children, she felt the need for regular date nights, while Warren needed her to be present on weekends and not work. She emphasized the couple's efforts to "over-communicate" their needs before issues escalated.

In a July 2021 conversation with Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt on Instagram, Alba reflected on the challenges of juggling marriage and parenting. She admitted that at times, Warren “probably gets the short end of the stick,” adding that it was difficult for them to maintain balance. Alba explained that when they spent quality time together, it was fulfilling for both of them. However, she acknowledged that it was often “hard” and “impossible” to consistently find that balance.

Alba also discussed the natural shift that happens in long-term relationships. She compared the early stages of their marriage to a time when everything felt perfect, but after a few years, they became more like roommates, “just going through the motions” and focusing on responsibilities. She pointed out that their weekly date nights, once a staple, eventually stopped due to other commitments.

She also emphasized the importance of addressing issues quickly in relationships to prevent resentment from building up. She noted that they had experienced conflicts in which unaddressed feelings led to tension, but acknowledged that the trust and comfort of their long-term relationship sometimes made them take each other for granted. “You’re not going anywhere,” she said, explaining that this could result in less consideration for each other's feelings.

Despite the difficulties, Alba stressed that a successful marriage requires continuous effort. She reflected that maintaining a relationship is a “life journey” and that if both partners remain committed to it, the relationship can work, regardless of the challenges they may face.

As the couple reportedly moves toward separation, their relationship, which had endured for over 16 years, now faces an uncertain future.

With IANS inputs