Anna Faris Shares How She Coped With Her 'Sad' Split From Chris Pratt

Anna Faris Reflects on Her Divorce Journey

Anna Faris recently took a stroll down memory lane, reflecting on her "sad" divorce from fellow actor Chris Pratt. The duo, beloved by fans, parted ways in 2017 after an eight-year marriage, finalizing the split the following year. A Hollywood staple, Anna has managed to keep her head above water, even as she navigated the complexities of fame.

In a candid chat with Variety, Anna shared, "I was feeling sad. I do feel like I had enough gumption, enough of a core, and I have tried to be careful about how much Hollywood infiltrates, but now I’ve been on a spectrum of fame for 26 years, so I would be naïve to think that it hasn’t shaped who I am at this point. But, f***. The scrutiny."

Podcast as a Lifeline

Amidst the emotional upheaval, Anna found solace in her podcast, Anna Faris Is Unqualified. "I’m lucky that at that time I had my podcast," she explained. "That goes back to the talk radio. I wanted, like, four people to listen and to build my own secret community. I wanted an avenue outside of Hollywood as a way to connect with people."

"It made me think, I know I could be happy if I’m writing, because I’ve always loved that, and maybe that’s an avenue to make money. I was thinking of a version of retirement. But now, I feel like the opportunities are more bountiful than they’ve ever been!"

The podcast, which launched in 2015, became a vital outlet for Anna, allowing her to express herself and stay connected with fans. Even though she "didn't disclose a lot," it gave her the space to open up when needed, fueling her desire to connect.

Finding New Beginnings

Despite the end of their marriage, Anna and Chris have maintained a strong friendship, co-parenting their 13-year-old son, Jack. "We'll always have each other and be incredible friends," Anna once told People. "There is still so much laughter in our lives together, and he is so proud of me, still."

Both have moved on to new chapters in their lives. Chris tied the knot with author Katherine Schwarzenegger in 2019, and the couple shares three children. Meanwhile, Anna found love with cinematographer Michael Barrett, whom she married in 2021.

Through the ups and downs, Anna has remained resilient, focusing on her career and personal growth while cherishing the support of her fans. The SoCal sunshine seems to have a way of healing the heart, and Anna is living proof of just that.