In a development that has rocked the entertainment world, acclaimed Australian actor Anthony LaPaglia has formally initiated divorce proceedings against his wife of seven years, Alexandra Henkel. The 65-year-old Emmy Award winner filed legal documents in Los Angeles County Superior Court, marking the official end of their union.
The Beginning of the End
The couple, who tied the knot in 2018 after a whirlwind romance, had been living separately for months prior to the filing. Sources close to the pair suggest that the pressures of maintaining a transcontinental relationship—with LaPaglia based primarily in the United States and Henkel maintaining strong ties to her native Germany—contributed significantly to their marital difficulties.
A Career of Distinction
LaPaglia, best known for his Golden Globe-winning role in television's Without a Trace and his memorable performance in Lantana, has always been notoriously private about his personal life. His decision to file for divorce comes as he continues to work on various film and television projects, including his recent role in the acclaimed series Florida Man.
Previous Marriage and Family Life
This marks the second divorce for the Australian actor, who was previously married to actress Gia Carides from 1998 to 2015. LaPaglia and Henkel, who have no children together, were last seen publicly as a couple earlier this year at a Hollywood charity event, where observers noted they appeared "distant" and "barely interacted."
The Road Ahead
Court documents indicate that LaPaglia is seeking joint custody of their two dogs, highlighting the emotional complexities often involved in celebrity separations. Neither party has commented publicly on the divorce filing, with representatives for both LaPaglia and Henkel declining to provide additional statements.
The divorce petition cites "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split, with LaPaglia requesting that the court terminate its ability to award spousal support to either party. Legal experts suggest this could indicate a pre-existing financial agreement between the couple.
