Ashley Darby, a prominent figure from the “Real Housewives of Potomac,” has officially filed for divorce from her estranged husband, Michael Darby, after a separation that spanned over two years. According to legal documents, the reality star initiated the divorce proceedings, officially marking the end of their relationship that began with a marriage lasting eight years. Michael, 65, confirmed to multiple outlets that the couple has reached a fair settlement, aided by a prenup, as they navigate their split.
The former couple shares two sons, Dean, age 5, and Dylan, age 3. They have mutually agreed to divide custody as they embark on this new chapter separately. Ashley first revealed their separation in April 2022, addressing various speculations surrounding the reasons for their split. In her statement, she acknowledged that several factors could have influenced their decision, including the impact of reality television, differences related to their age, cultural backgrounds, and parenting philosophies.
Ashley expressed that, despite examining these potential issues, no single factor led to their separation. Both she and Michael recognized that they were at different life stages, with divergent goals that made it challenging to remain together. Ashley stated that their desire for each other’s happiness ultimately contributed to their decision to part ways.
Recently, Ashley opened up about her emotional struggles following the separation, sharing her feelings of depression and the difficulty of reconciling her current life with her expectations. She described the process as a form of grieving, reflecting on how her life has shifted since the split. In the past, she briefly dated Luke Gulbranson from “Summer House,” but she explained that their connection faded due to the circumstances surrounding her breakup with Michael.
As Ashley moves forward, she is focused on co-parenting their children while navigating her own emotional journey. The official filing marks a significant step in closing a chapter of her life and beginning anew.
