Lori Loughlin files for divorce from Mossimo Giannulli after 28 years of…
Lori Loughlin has filed for divorce from Mossimo Giannulli after 28 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences following their separation.
Lori Loughlin has filed for divorce from Mossimo Giannulli after 28 years of marriage, court documents show, marking the end of a union that began in 1997. The filing, made on September 4, 2026, cites “irreconcilable differences” and references a prenuptial agreement, though details of the agreement remain undisclosed. The couple’s separation date, listed as August 31, 2025, follows a year of living apart, during which both Loughlin and Giannulli were romantically linked to others. Their daughters, Isabella Rose and Olivia Jade, have expressed mixed but supportive reactions, emphasizing their parents’ well-being over taking sides.
The divorce comes nearly a year after the couple offloaded their $12.65 million Hidden Hills mansion, which they sold in November 2025. The property, purchased for $9.5 million in 2020, was part of their real estate portfolio that also included a $13 million La Quinta home sold for $16.5 million. Loughlin’s legal team, led by attorneys Kristina Royce and Sarah Luetto, has not yet commented on the next steps in the proceedings, while Giannulli’s brand G/FORE remains unaffected by the split.
The couple’s 2019 college admissions scandal, in which they paid $500,000 to secure their daughters’ admissions to the University of Southern California, remains a pivotal moment in their relationship. Both pleaded guilty to fraud, with Loughlin serving two months in federal prison and Giannulli five months. The scandal, investigated under the codename “Varsity Blues,” involved falsifying athletic credentials for their daughters, who were not rowers. Loughlin was also ordered to pay a $150,000 fine and complete 100 hours of community service, while Giannulli faced a $250,000 fine and 250 hours of community service.
Since the separation, Loughlin has been linked to actor James Tupper, while Giannulli was spotted with stylist Hannah Harrison, who clarified their relationship was “platonic.” Loughlin’s rep has not commented on her personal life, but sources indicated she has not been romantically involved since the split. Olivia Jade, the couple’s younger daughter, has relocated to Paris, as revealed in a July YouTube video where she described her move as “an exciting, formative time.” Isabella Rose, the elder daughter, had previously moved out of the family home.
The couple’s combined net worth is estimated at $80 million, though individual figures remain unclear. Their prenuptial agreement, signed days before their 1997 marriage, is central to the divorce proceedings, with Loughlin requesting Giannulli cover her legal costs. The couple’s daughters, who were at the center of the 2019 scandal, have maintained a focus on their parents’ well-being, with one source telling *People* that they “love their parents and just want them to be happy.”
Loughlin, best known for her role as Aunt Becky on “Full House,” has since appeared in projects like the Amazon Prime series “On Call,” while Giannulli, a fashion designer, continues to manage his brand. The divorce proceedings now hinge on the enforcement of the prenuptial agreement and the division of assets, with both parties navigating the legal and personal aftermath of their 28-year marriage.
Detail
Marriage Duration: 28 years (1997–2026)
Separation Date: August 31, 2025
Divorce Filing Date: September 4, 2026
College Scandal Sentences: Loughlin: 2 months (2020); Giannulli: 5 months (2021)
Combined Net Worth: $80 million (estimated)
Frequently Asked Questions
How long were Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli married? The couple married on November 27, 1997, and filed for divorce on September 4, 2026, making their marriage 28 years long.
What was the reason for their divorce? Loughlin cited “irreconcilable differences” in her divorce filing. Sources described the split as the result of long-standing strain, exacerbated by the 2019 college admissions scandal, which both pleaded guilty to in 2020.
What is the couple’s combined net worth? Celebrity Net Worth estimates their combined net worth at $80 million, though individual figures are not specified in the divorce documents.
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