Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe Split

Reese and Ryan splitReese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe have separated. The couple's rep released a statement to TMZ Monday morning that says "We are saddened to announce that Reese & Ryan have decided to formally separate. They remain committed to their family and we ask that you please respect their privacy and the safety of their children at this time."

Sources tell TMZ Witherspoon has contacted celebrity divorce lawyer Robert Kaufman, who has represented Jennifer Aniston, Roseanne and Lisa Marie Presley.

Reese and Ryan Photo GallerySources say Witherspoon spoke with Kaufman about divorcing Ryan Phillippe, her husband of seven years. The couple has two children. They met at Witherspoon's 21st birthday party.

As for why Witherspoon contacted Kaufman, we're told it was not triggered by one event. Rather, one connected source says it was "cumulative."

Divorce papers have not yet been filed.




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46. It's rather comical to me how everyone acts as if they know either Reese or Ryan. I admit I always thought they seemed like the perfect couple. Meaning they both are great looking, have beautiful children, and always seemed happy together, so they had the appearance of a perfect family, but I can not pretend that I know what kind of person either of them were. I'm sure that for most celebrities the way we see them is not entirely how they truly are, they may be either much better or much worse.

Posted at 2:39PM on Oct 30th 2006 by KMel

47. saw this one coming along time ago....hoping they keep all the details private...cant imagine all the burdens that come with being rich and famous

Posted at 2:39PM on Oct 30th 2006 by westville, il

48. WHY DO FAMOUS PEOPLE/COUPLES GET MARRIED ANYMORE? DOESN'T ANYONE SEE HOW KURT AND GOLDIE ARE HAPPY WITHOUT MARRIAGE!

Posted at 2:40PM on Oct 30th 2006 by teresa

49. No one knows exactly what all happened. But #27 & #28 you are very naive if you think money did not play a role! It played a role with Jess/Nick, Hillary/Chad, Jennifer G/ Scott Foley, Jennifer Aniston/ Tate Donovan, Jennifer Lopez/ her two husbands. It's gonna play a role with Brit/K Fed. In Hollywood marriages (or relationships) in which the wife is super famous/rich while the husband is not ,don't fare too well. Now Julia R/ the camera man might be the exception but hell who knows what's going on in that house. They might be on the verge of separation too!!

Posted at 2:41PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Kay

50. Who gives a rat's ass? (Rhetorical question.)

Posted at 2:41PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Miami-Dade Dude

51. I don't know why I'm surprised, but I'm shocked. They seemed grounded and family oriented. Darn. I guess nothing in Hollywood lasts.

Posted at 2:43PM on Oct 30th 2006 by SouthernNYC

52. Though it's really none of our business, it's sad to hear about this. I thought they were a great couple with a happy family. I thought they'd stay together forever because they weren't like other Hollywood couples. Hopefully there won't be any bitter feelings or explosive headlines like the media loves to write. It's also too bad that people focus on her success vs. his when it shouldn't be about that. Both seem like a great people.

Posted at 2:44PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Angela

53. What a shame!

Posted at 2:44PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Sue

54. I am very saddened to hear about Ryan and Reese's separation. I have always thought they were committed to each other and to their children. I hope the separation gives them some time away from each other and helps them to rekindle their love and passion. If not, I hope they have a peaceful and amicable split and that they put their children first. It would be an utter shame if either one of them uses their kids to get back at each other or for the kids to choose between the two of them.

Posted at 2:44PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Pam

55. Ryan is laid back stoner while Reese is an uptight mega bitch.
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Is it possible that your opinion of Reese is more of a projection of yourself?

Posted at 2:44PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Tom

56. These two have been sitting and arguing at a booth at The Brentwood Restaurant for a long time.
Everyone could hear them!

Posted at 2:45PM on Oct 30th 2006 by D. Reese

57. i hate to see this happen, but to tell you the truth, i would take reese even if she had nothing. but i do wish them both the best.

Posted at 2:45PM on Oct 30th 2006 by lee nelson

58. WHOOOOO CARES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 2:46PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Phil

59. Good for Linsday Lohan right,she'll be on Ryan before the divorice is even final. I mean she loves used goods. That's why she took Paris and Kate's ex's. Watch out Ryan here comes FIRE CROTCH!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 2:49PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Sara

60. very sad but i figured she was a much better actress and he never seemed to happy when she won an award . Always seemed to me he was pouting at the awards . and the male ego ohh well , Hope he does not try for spousal support.

Posted at 2:51PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Carol

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