Jen Affleck Files for Divorce from Zac After Seven Turbulent Years of Marriage

Jennifer Affleck filed for divorce from Zac Affleck in Utah after seven years of marriage, following years of relationship struggles that played out across multiple seasons of reality television.

Court records show that the 27-year-old reality star officially filed the petition on Tuesday, November 3.

The case was submitted directly to the Fourth Judicial District Court located in Provo, Utah.

Jen also submitted a proposed parenting plan as part of the legal proceeding.

The specific custody arrangements and personal terms within that document remain completely private.

News of the split arrived as Jen is currently pregnant with the couple's fourth child.

Representatives for Jen did not immediately return requests for comment regarding the court filing.

A source familiar with the matter told People that 30-year-old Zac is doing okay following the news.

The insider emphasized that both parents remain focused on preparing for their new baby and supporting their young children.

A ROMANCE BUILT ON MUTUAL

The couple's journey originally began long before cameras followed their daily lives.

Jen and Zac first connected back in 2018 through Mutual, a popular dating app designed for members of the Mormon faith.

At the time of their first meeting, Jen was just 18 years old.

Zac was 21 years old when they began dating.

The relationship progressed rapidly within the community, leading them down the aisle the following year.

They officially tied the knot in June 2019.

Over the next several years, the young couple expanded their household quickly.

They welcomed three children together during the course of their marriage.

Their eldest daughter, Nora, arrived first, followed by their son, Lucas Lowell, who is known as Luca.

Their second daughter, Penelope, affectionately called Penny, was born after their initial television journey began.

Penelope's arrival was publicly announced on July 2, 2025.

Through those formative years of young adulthood, the Afflecks balanced early marriage with the constant demands of raising toddlers.

THE EMERGENCE OF MOMTOK

Jen initially built her public profile by sharing content online as a young mother navigating family life in Utah.

Her visibility surged when she joined MomTok, a viral collective of Utah-based mom influencers sharing lifestyle clips on social media.

The massive digital popularity of the group quickly captured the attention of mainstream entertainment producers.

In 2024, Jen was cast in Hulu's docuseries "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives."

The hit reality show pulled back the curtain on the dynamics within the MomTok circle.

However, the cameras captured far more than casual group friendships.

Viewers were quickly introduced to deep personal tensions, uncovering serious cracks inside Jen and Zac's domestic life.

CRACKS ON SCREEN AND A BRIEF SPLIT

The initial season of the series brought immense scrutiny to their marriage.

Following the broadcast of season 1, the couple underwent a brief separation.

That marital crisis did not stay behind closed doors.

Their separation became a central storyline during season 2 of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives."

During that exact separation, Jen made a life-changing personal discovery.

She learned that she was pregnant with their third child, Penelope.

The pregnancy helped steer the couple back toward reconciliation on screen.

Jen and Zac chose to continue filming together across seasons 3, 4, and 5 of the Hulu docuseries.

Throughout those seasons, the cameras documented their ongoing attempts to rebuild communication and establish stability.

PUBLIC REFLECTIONS ON A YOUNG MARRIAGE

Jen frequently used social media to reflect honestly on the unique pressures of marrying young.

In a heartfelt 2024 Instagram post, she looked back on their earliest days together.

"We were just kids when we got married. Young, naive, and inexperienced, we truly had no idea what we were getting ourselves into," Jen wrote.

She readily acknowledged that their partnership was rarely effortless.

"We didn’t always see eye to eye, and a lot of times, we still don’t," she admitted to her followers.

"But that’s what marriage is, we keep trying. I truly believe there were lessons we both needed to teach each other."

Jen also took time to credit Zac for standing by her career ambitions.

"I couldn’t have done it without Zac," she wrote.

"Is Zac perfect? No. Does he have flaws that we’ve needed to address? Yes."

"But I can confidently say he’s always supported and believed in me more than anyone else," Jen concluded.

OUTSIDE THE MOMTOK BUBBLE

Their mutual support appeared to carry over into high-profile opportunities outside of their primary reality show.

Jen competed as a contestant on season 34 of "Dancing with the Stars."

During the dance competition, Zac was routinely spotted cheering from the studio audience.

He also utilized his social media accounts to campaign for votes and praise Jen's performances on the dance floor.

By April 2025, Jen appeared optimistic about the forward momentum of their relationship.

During an exclusive interview with Us Weekly to promote season 2, she described significant personal growth within the home.

She described their bond as a "night and day difference at this point."

Jen explained the mindset they had adopted to survive public and personal turmoil.

"Every single day we tell each other. We’re like, if we can get through this, we can get through anything," she revealed.

PRENATAL STRUGGLES AND BABY NUMBER FOUR

The couple announced in June that they were expecting their fourth baby together.

Despite the joyful milestone, the subsequent months presented immense physical and emotional hurdles for Jen.

On July 23, Jen published a vulnerable message on Instagram addressing her mental health.

"Prenatal depression came back this pregnancy. Only this time, it came back even heavier," she shared.

Jen detailed how difficult the initial phase of the pregnancy had become.

"There were many days during my first trimester where my mind went to some really dark places. It scared me," she wrote.

She described the intense isolation that frequently accompanies mental health battles.

Jen explained that the emotional burden was intensified by major logistical disruptions.

"Add moving to a new state, being pregnant, and trying to show up for your kids, and some days felt impossible," she noted.

She expressed profound gratitude for the support system that kept her afloat.

"Friends, family, strangers… people who had no idea how much they were carrying me just by being there," Jen reflected.