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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76. yayyyy!!!! aaaawwwww, but yayyyyy!!!! she's gonna give him back to me!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 12:49PM on Oct 31st 2006 by princess the ruler

77. do we really need to know over the divorce?? who cares,,people get split up in everyday life,,who gives to squirrels over them two morons

Posted at 3:02PM on Oct 30th 2006 by cesar

78. I think it's a shame but it was coming. I excpected Ryan to be the kind of guy she could count on to support her fame, but at the same time watching her latest movies, you kind of forget she had a husband in the real life.Can we say it was great acting or was it that she no longer fealt that way with Ryan.#3 How can you say that about someone you don't know?Or do you know her? I was hoping they stayed together- especially with that cruel intentions movie-wow. And yes # 13 how long can Britney hold on to a gold digger?

Posted at 2:57PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Nancy

79. Marriages don't last any where not just in Hollywood. I wonder how this girl will feel who has had her parents arrested for trying to stop her from marrying her fiance by kidnapping her, when they split up in 7 or 8 years?

Posted at 2:55PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Ann

80. Some of you people need to worry about your own marriages instead of what's going on in Hollywood. They people just like us and some of you people probably been married 2 or 3 times

Posted at 3:00PM on Oct 30th 2006 by unknown

81. TO THE DUMBASS POSTER WHO CALLED HER A BITCH.....DO YOU KNOW HER PERSONALLY? DO YOU LIVE UNDER THEIR ROOF. SHUT YOUR CAKE HOLE UNTIL YOU KNOW THE FACTS.
NOW GO AWAY YOU LITTLE TROLL.

Posted at 2:56PM on Oct 30th 2006 by M

82. If they had come to me for marraige counsleing they would be together right now. I am doctor graduated from harvard and I will offer advice freely as I love to hear myself and I tuype while I type. 1. Don't speak to each other unless you want to have relations anymore contact than that will only complicate thoings and cause unneccessary fights
2.While having relations spank each other repeatedly and call each other ' mommy" "daddy"
3.Spend all the money you have, sell each others most prized possesions. This will build trust, as you will end up with nothing
4.Never stay married for a period longer than 25 months, you must divorce and promptly remary. Steady marriages are looked down on, and everyone must keep up appearances.
5.If you are drawn to cheat on your spouse, burn yourself witha lighter, and stick thumb tacks in your palm, this create a lot of guilt which will give you the aversion. If the temptation is really hot you may give yourself a pat on the back
6.If you have any questions call me Dr. Phillip

Posted at 2:57PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Mt. Vesuvius

83. I lost complete hope on any Hollywood celebrity couple. After what Angeline Jolie did of not even respecting a married man, What do we really expect?

Posted at 2:57PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Liliana

84. #68

he's got a 50-50 chance of being right. Same as you....

Posted at 3:03PM on Oct 30th 2006 by racer

85. I'm extremely sad to hear but, unfortunately, not suprised. I pegged it at the Golden Globe awards earlier this year. When Reese got up to accept the award Ryan kinda bumped/shoved/kissed her on the way up and she said a comment like, "God, almost knocked me over" when she got up to the mike. I went, mmmmm. Not long for this world. Kinda the Julia/Benjamin thing at the Oscars. All nicey nice on the outside but it's really all in the eyes and it wasn't there for Ryan and Reese.

Posted at 6:27PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Dorianne

86. They never did seem like a happy couple to me. They seemed so tense in public but I guess I'd be that way if a camera was in my damn face 24/7 . I wish them the best .

Posted at 3:01PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Vee

87. I just got chills when I read this. I really thought they had something solid.

Posted at 3:10PM on Oct 30th 2006 by julie

88. I...cannot...believe this....Reese is one of the most successful actresses out there today, she is strong, smart and in control of her growing career, yet everyone's blaming HER for the seperation? Are you kidding me? Um, excuse me, when was Ryan's last hit movie? Hmmm..I mean, even Flags of our Father opened to tepid numbers. Can we say, jealousy? His wife is continuously doing successful film and he's floundering around. Did someone seriously call him a "laid back stoner"? Oh that's rich, he a druggie so he's gotta be cool. He doesn't make movies anymore cuz he's high all the time...let's feel bad for him. Please. Just for the record, working hard, having high standards and staying away from drugs doesn't make you a bitch, okay? Apparently it makes you very, very rich. I see nothing wrong with that. Leave Reese alone.

Posted at 2:59PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Christian

89. I cannot believe this! Reese & Ryan were the only hope I had for Hollywood couples. This truly sucks. :/

Posted at 3:18PM on Nov 9th 2006 by Amanda

90. Have always thought he married WAY too young. Even in the "real" world a guy shouldn't get married before age 30 at a minimum....but in Hollywood it's a surefire mistake for a guy to get married in his 20's. Reese was basically a 35 year old woman when she was 20....but Ryan clearly hadn't established himself as a man (in his own head) before he got married. Too bad....Reese should have known better.

Posted at 3:00PM on Oct 30th 2006 by Chris Cooper

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