Singer and actress Lily Allen has given a rare and candid interview about the breakdown of her marriage to actor David Harbour, describing the experience as deeply disappointing for her family.
A Disruptive Split for the Children
Speaking on the American programme CBS Mornings on Thursday 20 November 2025, Allen explained that her primary goal had been to create a "solid and stable and consistent environment" for her two children after moving the family to the United States.
She revealed that the collapse of her four-year marriage to the Stranger Things star ultimately proved "disruptive" for them. "That was really not what I had hoped for for my kids," Allen stated bluntly, reflecting on the impact of the separation.
Channeling Heartbreak into Music
The 40-year-old artist made these personal revelations while promoting her latest musical project, the West End Girl album.
She confirmed that the creative process for this album was intrinsically linked to her personal life, as she wrote the material during the emotionally charged period of the marriage breakdown.
This artistic endeavour served as an outlet for processing the complex emotions surrounding the end of her relationship with Harbour.
Looking to the Future
While Allen did not delve into specific details about the cause of the split, her comments mark one of her most open discussions about the personal toll of the divorce.
Her focus remains firmly on the well-being of her children as she navigates this new chapter in her life, using her music as a means of expression and healing.
