Alan Ritchson and his wife, Catherine Ritchson, are separating after 20 years of marriage, but the couple said their three children will remain at the center of their lives.The Reacher star, 43, and Catherine announced their split in a joint Instagram statement on Saturday, Sept. 12. The couple said they had decided to end their marriage while continuing to support one another in a different way.“We grew up together. We built a life and a family together.”"Motor City" New York Premiere - Source: GettyAlan Ritchson and Catherine share three sons, Calem, Edan, and Amory. The couple emphasized their commitment to their children as they move forward separately, describing their boys as “the center of our world.”The pair also said their years together and the love they share will not be diminished by the end of their marriage. They said friendship, grace, and a commitment to co-parenting are among the most important things they can offer their family during the transition.“The best gift we can give one another — and our boys — right now is friendship, grace and a commitment to becoming the strongest co-parents we can be. We also want to give each other room to grow into the people we are becoming.” View this post on Instagram Instagram PostIn their Instagram statement, which restricted comments, they said that the decision was “hard enough without the whole world weighing in.” They then asked everyone for privacy as the family navigates this change.“We hope, especially for the sake of our boys, that you will allow our family to move through this chapter with privacy and compassion. Thanks for supporting us as we continue making the health and happiness of our family our priority.”When did Alan Ritchson and Catherine get married?Alan and Catherine were high school sweethearts who first met during a ballet class. They tied the knot on May 12, 2006, and built their family while he developed his career as an actor, singer, and model. Cat, on the other hand, works as a writer and producer.The separation came as a surprise, as only in 2025 did Alan Ritchson celebrate his and his wife’s 19th anniversary through a heartfelt video tribute on social media.“I’m the luckiest man alive. To be able to build the treasure that is our marriage and family is and always will be the greatest privilege and success of my life.” View this post on Instagram Instagram PostHe went on to praise Catherine:“@catritchson you are wisdom personified. Strength incarnate. A tantalizing percolation of joy, adventure and love. The boys and I are so beyond blessed to be able to journey with and for you. Happy Mother’s Day/19th Wedding anniversary momma. You deserve to be revered and celebrated forever and always.”Alan Ritchson and Catherine's statement also acknowledged that both are entering a new stage of their lives. They asked for room to grow into the people they are becoming while maintaining their relationship as parents.