Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith have split after nearly four years of marriage and a five-year relationship.
The 37-year-old British actress, who has three-year-old daughter Juno Rose Diana with the 45-year-old Dawson’s Creek star, filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the split, TMZ reports.
The couple famously enjoyed a whirlwind romance after meeting at Usher’s 40th birthday party in October 2018, and got engaged just a few months later during a New Year’s trip to Nicaragua.
Smith became pregnant the following year and the couple welcomed their only child in April 2020.
As the pair now go their separate ways, looks back on their romance…
End: Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith have split after almost four years of marriage – looks back at their turbulent romance (pictured March 2023)
OCTOBER 2018 – FIRST MEETING
The couple first sparked romance rumors when they were seen “on top of each other” at Usher’s 40th birthday party at Delilah in LA on October 14, 2018.
An insider told US Weekly at the time: “They were all over each other. “They were madly in love and looked into each other’s eyes as they danced together all night.”
Smith has previously revealed that their romance began as a one-night stand.
In 2021, she appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers and joked that despite a fast start, their relationship was still going well.
“When I first met my husband, we had a one-night stand,” she told the host. “We’re in a two- or three-year one-night stand now.”
Move quickly! The couple first sparked romance rumors when they were spotted “on top of each other” at Usher’s 40th birthday party at Delilah in Los Angeles on October 14, 2018. Smith later revealed that their romance began as a one-night stand on Late Night With Seth Meyers
She then told Seth the story of how they met at the party and both immediately felt a connection.
“First of all, I saw him before he saw me, and when I saw him, I thought, ‘I want that,’ she said.” “And then when he saw me, I just pretended I didn’t see him. “
Although she seemed unfazed by Joshua’s opening line, she explained how he came over and did his “sweet and charming thing.”
“He followed me around the party all night,” The Last Ship actress added. “He felt the energy. He felt it.’
JANUARY 2019 – JODIE proposes
Before: The couple fly to Nicaragua to celebrate the New Year – where their romance is confirmed after they shared separate Instagram snaps showing the same skyline (pictured in May 2022)
The couple fly to Nicaragua to celebrate the New Year – where their romance is confirmed after they share separate Instagram snaps featuring the same skyline.
Jackson later revealed in July 2021 that Smith had proposed to him during the trip.
He told Jimmy Fallon: “It was very beautiful, incredibly romantic.” We walked along the beach and she asked me to marry her.
“It was like a preamble. There was a history. I did not know it [about it beforehand], but she was pretty stubborn, and she was right. This is the best choice I have ever made.”
JUNE 2019 – JACKSON SEEN KISSING MYSTERY WOMAN
Five months after proposing, Jackson was seen passionately kissing a mystery woman in the LAX parking lot.
The couple looked loved up as they locked lips before enjoying a cigarette together – days after he reportedly put on a “comfortable” show with Smith at his 41st birthday party.
It’s unknown what Jackson and Smith’s relationship was like at the time of the photos – but the following month, the two were seen packing on the PDA while running errands.
AUGUST 2019 – MARRIAGE RUMORS AND A COUPLE GO OFFICIAL ON INSTAGRAM
Wedding bells: Less than six weeks later, Smith and Jackson are seen picking up a marriage license in Beverly Hills in August 2019
Less than six weeks later, Smith and Jackson are seen picking up a marriage license in Beverly Hills.
The couple appeared to be in love as they waited, and the actor put his arm around her.
Ten days later, the couple went Instagram official, with Smith posting a photo of the couple looking into each other’s eyes.
She captioned the snap: “Two people who just like each other a little bit.”
NOVEMBER 2019 – RED CARPET DEBUT
PDA: The pair made their red carpet debut as a couple at the premiere of Smith’s film Queen & Slim in November 2019 – Jodie was pregnant at the time
The couple made their red carpet debut as a couple at the premiere of Smith’s film Queen & Slim.
The couple both wore rings on their wedding fingers as they proudly posed together.
Sources reported that the former Dawson’s Creek star was “so supportive” of his lover.
“Joshua seemed so excited to be there to support us [Jodie]said an insider. “He smiled and was in love with her and her family all night long. ‘An absolute gentleman.’
DECEMBER 2019 – MARRIAGE CONFIRMATION AND PREGNANCY REVEAL
It was confirmed that the couple had secretly tied the knot and were expecting their first child together just a month later.
Jodie and Joshua were spotted at the airport in Berlin, where she showed off a growing baby bump.
MARCH 2020 – SMITH CONFIRMS PREGNANCY AND GENDER REVEAL
Happier times: Smith confirmed her pregnancy just a month before her due date when she shared an Instagram Story video of her sonogram – seen in February 2020
Smith confirmed her pregnancy just a month before her due date by sharing an Instagram Story video of her sonogram.
Revealing that the couple were ready to welcome a daughter, she wrote: “Can you see her dancing in there?” “Every time I try to record something she stops.”
She later showed off her belly in a nude photo from a maternity shoot.
Jackson later gushed, “The whole process was great and now I’m just ready to meet my little girl.”
APRIL 2020 – BABY JUNO IS COMING
Smith gives birth to the couple’s daughter, Juno Rose Diana, on April 21, 2020.
A representative for the couple said: “Mother and baby are happy and healthy.”
MAY/JUNE 2020 – A COUPLE MARKS MOTHER/FATHER’S DAY
In awe of her: On the occasion of her first Mother’s Day in May, Jackson posted a first photo of her with her newborn daughter with a loving caption
A month later, Smith shared a sweet photo of Jackson for Father’s Day. She wrote: “great soulmate energy.” Dad. I’m just checking in to say that us girls are so lucky to have you.”
On the occasion of her first Mother’s Day in May, Jackson posted a first snapshot of her with her newborn daughter with a loving caption.
He wrote: “Dear Jodie, on this very special Mother’s Day I want to thank you for being the light that you are.” For the passion with which you have dedicated yourself to the care and protection of our child as he was still in your womb. For the dedication and will you showed in bringing her into the world.
“I have never seen a being more powerful than you in these moments.” Thank you for the deep grace you have experienced since the arrival of our daughter. The commitment you are making looks so effortless, but I know it is anything but. Thank you for making me a father.
“For trusting me enough to take this journey together.” That humbles me more every day. I love you. I love seeing you enter the pantheon of mothers. And I look forward to walking this journey alongside you as we nurture this little engine of joy you have blessed the world with.”
A month later, Smith shared a sweet photo of Jackson for Father’s Day.
She wrote: “great soulmate energy.” Dad. I’m just checking in to say that us girls are so lucky to have you.”
SEPTEMBER 2020 – PUBLIC DECLARATIONS OF LOVE
‘You are adored’: In June 2021, Jodie marked Father’s Day on Instagram with a touching tribute to husband Joshua – showing him hugging her stomach while she lay naked
On her 34th birthday, Jackson posted another loving tribute to his wife, writing, “Happy birthday my beautiful wife.” Thank you for choosing to share your light with me. Thank you for walking this path in life as my wife.
On her 34th birthday, Jackson posted another loving tribute to his wife, writing, “Happy birthday my beautiful wife.” Thank you for choosing to share your light with me. Thank you for walking this path in life as my wife.
“Thank you so much for giving birth to our daughter.” The last year has been the happiest whirlwind of my life. I can’t wait to see what the coming years will bring us.’
That same month, Smith told Net-A-Porter’s Porter magazine how much she loves Jackson.
She said, “I’m really in love with my husband.” This might be strange to people, but I manage pretty well not shouting that from the rooftops as often as I’d like to. He’s a really great guy.
“I’m so grateful for that.” That’s why I share it sometimes because I love him. I think he’s hot, I think he’s smart and he’s incredibly talented. “I feel so lucky to be in a relationship with someone who feels the same way about me, who isn’t afraid to tell me that or encourage me.”
APRIL 2021 – JODIE talks about her relationship again
Smith praised Jackson as “supportive and loving” in an interview with People.
She said: “I think it’s really nice to be with someone who is so supportive and so loving. “We are so similar in many ways. We are like mirrors for each other. And I just really love this person.
“We’re constantly berating each other about how well we chose. We say, ‘You made a great choice,’ and then we say, ‘Yeah, you too.'”
In July, Jackson said of his family life: “There’s nothing that wouldn’t be better than being married to her and having this baby. ‘It’s everything.’
MARCH 2022 – JODIE POSES NAKED WITH JOSH
Stunning: Jodie left little to the imagination when she shared a slew of racy snaps on Instagram in March 2022 in which she posed nude with her man
Meow! Jodie cheekily captioned the photos: “The cat that gets the cream,” to which Joshua replied: “You’re talking about me, aren’t you?” I’m the cat that gets the cream… because… wow’
Jodie left little to her imagination as she shared a slew of racy snaps on Instagram in which she posed naked with her man.
The actress showed off her perky derriere wearing only a diamond hairpiece while her actor husband gently caressed her derriere.
The couple turned heads in the balcony shoot before attending the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards in Los Angeles.
Jodie cheekily captioned the photos: “The cat that got the cream,” to which Joshua replied: “You’re talking about me, aren’t you?” I’m the cat that got the cream… because… wow’.
SEPTEMBER 2022 – THE COUPLE SHARE ABOUT THEIR LOVE (BUT LATER THEY STOP FOLLOWING EACH OTHER!)
Open: The couple spoke about their love story in a joint interview with Forbes – but later unfollowed each other (pictured in August 2023)
In a joint interview with Forbes, the couple spoke about their love story.
Jackson says, “It’s a joy to watch her become a mother, and how honored I am to be a part of it – to be there, to watch it grow, to hopefully encourage it in its growth.”
“I love how much confidence my wife has in this fashion area – how much it is a source of joy and how it spills over into her personal life too.” I love watching my wife rise up and celebrate and seeing how fed up she is with it makes me a very, very happy man to see that.
Smith adds, “When I met Josh and one of the main reasons I married him and wanted him to be my husband was how loved and supported he made me feel.”
“I’ve never been with someone who I thought wanted to lift me up the way I felt like he was going to lift me up.” That’s one of my favorite things about him.
“It was so magical to see him as a father.” I mean, I can’t imagine a person in the world who doesn’t have some form of “daddy issues.” So when you see someone become a father in this really beautiful way and you think, “Wow, I actually have that.” I’m setting up such a beautiful life for my daughter because look at this beautiful relationship that she to her father has and will have, and that really gives me great comfort.”
In September 2022, the couple sparked breakup rumors after they unfollowed each other on social media – having previously shared several loved-up posts.
They then followed each other again, with Jackson dismissing the shared speculation as he gushed about his wife in a chat with E!News.
He said: “She is undeniably one of the most beautiful women on the planet.” And she always cuts a fine figure when she’s on the red carpet. This is truly a miracle.
“But I’m telling you, there’s nothing better than waking up in the morning, opening my eyes and seeing her face in the morning.”
APRIL 2023 – JACKSON SAYS SMITH CHANGED HIS VIEW ON MARRIAGE
Speaking to the Times, Jackson said: “Part of it is age. “I’m old enough to do that. Partly it’s about finding someone at the right moment in life. If we had met five years earlier we probably would have had a steamy affair, but I just wasn’t ready for the rest. I didn’t think I would ever want to get married.
“Six months [after the proposal], she was pregnant and we set off. And now we have this beautiful baby who is literally the manifestation of that love. “It is impossible for me to look at my child’s face and not feel love for my wife.”
The two will make their Met Gala debut together next month.
SEPTEMBER 2023 – COUPLE ATTEND THE FINAL EVENT TOGETHER BEFORE THE SEPARATION
The couple looked loved up as they attended their last public event together on September 12 – just a day before their split.
The former couple looked happier than ever as they attended the COS Fall/Winter 2023 event aboard a boat – posing together and holding hands just hours before their marriage ended.
Joshua cut a dapper figure in an oversized double-breasted suit jacket and matching trousers as he posed with Jodie.
Meanwhile, Jodie showed off her impeccable sense of style in an edgy look.
The actress dazzled in a blazer with a plunging neckline that drew attention to her cleavage.
What happened? The couple looked loved up as they attended their last public event together on September 12 – just a day before their split
Next day split: The former couple looked happier than ever as they attended the COS Fall/Winter 2023 event hand in hand – before splitting the next day
Celebrity divorce attorney Laura Wasser is representing Smith in the divorce, with the actress seeking joint custody of their daughter.
She does not want spousal support for herself or Jackson because the couple has not entered into a marriage relationship.
has reached out to the couple’s representatives for comment.
Jodie and Joshua married in 2019 after meeting through mutual friends in 2018 and initially insisting their romance was just “casual”.
The couple began dating in October 2018 and tied the knot in December 2019 after the actress proposed during a New Year’s Eve vacation in Nicaragua and Joshua “instinctively” said yes.
Jodie was a banker before she met Pharrell Williams, who convinced her to become a model and move to Los Angeles. She made her acting debut in 2013 when she played a siren in the HBO series True Blood.
Turner-Smith rose to fame after starring in the 2019 film Queen & Slim.
She previously told People magazine that she appreciated being married to someone with so much experience in the industry.
Joshua has been working as an actor since 1991 and played the role of Pacey Witter in the hit teen series “Dawson’s Creek” from 1998 to 2003.
“He has a wealth of experience and advice based on experience,” Jodie said. “And I love that.” I just love picking his brain. I am someone who is just starting out. “That energy of someone who’s just starting out, that excitement that anything and everything is possible, I think I really inspire him with that.”
Example: Before meeting Jodie, Joshua had a decade-long romance with Diane Kruger that ended in 2016 (pictured 2015). She is now in a relationship with Norman Reedus and has a daughter with him
The “Nightflyers” actress told Seth that she watched “Dawson’s Creek” growing up and that she was “Team Pacey.”
One of the show’s most important storylines was the love triangle between Pacey, Joey (Katie Holmes) and Dawson (James Van Der Beek). It sparked fan wars between those who supported Pacey and those who were on “Team Dawson.”
“No offense to Dawson, but it was all about Pacey,” she said.
Before his relationship with Smith, Jackson had a decade-long romance with 47-year-old Diane Kruger, which ended in 2016.
Diane began dating Josh after she split from her husband of five years, French director Guillaume Canet.
Diane is now in a relationship with The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus and the couple share a daughter, Nova, four.