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Steve Guttenberg’s Divorce: Did He Hint at Separation Months Ago?
Veteran actor Steve Guttenberg, famed for roles in iconic films like ‘Three Men and a Baby’ and ‘Police Academy’, is reportedly divorcing his wife, Emily Guttenberg. Us Weekly confirmed reports on Monday, April 7th, that the 66-year-old star initiated divorce proceedings against Emily Guttenberg, his spouse of six years, just three days prior. Intriguingly, a video message shared by Steve Guttenberg on Instagram in early January is now being viewed by some as a potential indication of marital discord.
Reflective Instagram Post Fuels Speculation
Posted on January 5th, the video features Steve Guttenberg discussing his intentions for the new year, which, in retrospect, takes on a different meaning amidst news of the divorce.
In the video, the actor stated, “It’s the start of a new year, and I’m beginning it with a positive mindset. I want to direct my energy towards significant matters. I intend not to be bothered by trivialities. My time is valuable, and I aim to use it wisely, spending it with cherished individuals and those who reciprocate that affection. These are my priorities for the year ahead.”
He further added, “I aspire to achieve contentment. Yes, that’s definitely a key focus for me this year: to be content.”
Divorce Filing Cites Irreconcilable Differences
Fast forward to Friday, April 4th, Steve Guttenberg officially filed divorce papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Legal documents, obtained by Us Weekly, cite irreconcilable differences as the reason for the dissolution of his marriage to Emily Guttenberg.

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The exact date of separation was not provided in the filing, marked instead as “TBD.” Court records indicate the couple has a prenuptial agreement in place to govern the division of community property, assets, and debts. Steve Guttenberg has reportedly agreed to provide spousal support to Emily, and the court documents request that both parties be responsible for their respective legal fees moving forward.
From Blind Date to Marriage
Us Weekly has reached out to Steve Guttenberg for comment regarding the divorce. The ‘Police Academy’ star and Emily, a news anchor, first connected on a blind date in 2014, orchestrated by WCBS-TV correspondent Scott Rapoport. They announced their engagement in December 2016, shortly after celebrating Christmas together. Emily enthusiastically confirmed the engagement on Facebook, writing, “Yes, yes, yes.”
In a 2017 interview with the Daily Beast, Steve Guttenberg spoke fondly of Emily, stating, “I hope I’m not jinxing it, but she enhances me as a person, which is something I truly appreciate. She inspires me to be better. She is a very refined woman. Emily cultivates a wonderful home environment, her principles are exceptional, and her character, integrity, and sense of humor are admirable… she is truly a remarkable woman.”
Malibu Wedding and Previous Marriage
Us Weekly later confirmed their marriage in January 2019, which took place in Malibu, California. Their mutual friend, Scott Rapoport, shared the news on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), posting a photo of Emily in a white wedding dress with the caption, “Here Comes The Bride #SweetStunningEm.”
Prior to his marriage with Emily, Steve Guttenberg was married to model Denise Bixler from 1988 to 1992.