Darin Brooks and Kelly Kruger are going their separate ways. The former The Bold and the Beautiful star and The Young and the Restless alum confirmed to TV Insider that they’ve filed for divorce after 16 years together, just shy of their 10th wedding anniversary. In a joint statement, the pair made it clear their focus remains on their family, sharing that they are committed to co-parenting their two daughters and staying friends as they move forward.
Key Takeaways
- Darin Brooks and Kelly Kruger have filed for divorce after 16 years together.
- The couple shares two daughters and plans to remain friends while co-parenting.
- Their relationship began in 2010 and included a decade-long marriage.
A Relationship Years in the Making
Brooks (Wyatt, B&B) and Kruger (Mackenzie, Y&R) first crossed paths in 2010 while working on Blue Mountain State. What started as a friendship quickly turned into something more. Within six months, their connection deepened into a romance that Brooks later described as unforgettable, recalling a rain-soaked first kiss that felt straight out of a movie.
Kruger didn’t fall quite as quickly. She admitted she had her guard up early on, unsure whether something that felt so right could last. That shifted after meeting Brooks’ parents and seeing the kind of relationship he was raised around. It changed how she viewed him — and their future together.
From Soap Set to Real-Life Milestones
Their relationship continued to grow alongside their soap careers. In 2014, Kruger joined Brooks at B&B in a recurring role, and during a location shoot in Paris, Brooks proposed with the Eiffel Tower behind them. Two years later, they married in Hawaii, surrounded by friends and co-stars.
Marriage brought a blended life filled with shared traditions, something Brooks spoke about openly at the time. The couple leaned into building a family together, welcoming daughter Everleigh in 2019, followed by Gemma in 2022.
Even as their careers evolved — with Brooks stepping away from B&B in 2023 and Kruger building a presence as a lifestyle creator — their personal life remained rooted in family.
What Comes Next
While the end of their marriage marks a major shift, Brooks and Kruger appear aligned on what matters most. Their joint statement emphasized respect, friendship, and a shared commitment to raising their daughters together.
It’s a quieter ending than many soap storylines — no explosive fallout, just two people choosing a different path forward while keeping their family intact.
