Let’s talk about something that’s been making headlines lately: the end of a long, meaningful relationship. After nearly 25 years of marriage, Nia Vardalos, the beloved star of My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and her husband, Ian Gomez, have decided to go their separate ways. Nia, who is 55, officially filed for divorce on July 3, and Ian, 52, responded to the filing just a couple of days later on July 5 in Los Angeles.
Now, you might be wondering what led to this decision. According to People, both Nia and Ian cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for their split. But here's the thing: this couple has been through a lot together. They tied the knot way back in September 1995 and even welcomed an 11-year-old adopted daughter, Ilaria Gomez, into their lives in 2008. That’s a lot of shared history, right?
A Mutual Decision: How They’re Handling the Split
In a world where celebrity breakups can sometimes get messy, Nia and Ian are showing us how it’s done with grace and respect. In a statement to People, they explained, "We’ve been respectfully separated for a lengthy period of time. Over the years, our relationship naturally evolved into a deep friendship. Because of this, the decision to end our marriage is completely mutual and amicable." They went on to say, "It is our hope that decency will prevail in the reporting of this story, which will soon be yesterday’s news. Thank you for respecting our privacy." How’s that for staying classy?
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Nia and her ex-husband, Ian.
From Screen to Reality: How Their Love Story Inspired a Classic Film
Nia and Ian’s romance wasn’t just a real-life love story—it also inspired one of the most iconic films of the early 2000s: My Big Fat Greek Wedding. In the movie, Ian was played by none other than Sex and the City star John Corbett. The film was a huge hit, and it even spawned a sequel, My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2, which came out in 2016.
In a past exclusive interview with Closer Weekly, Nia opened up about creating the sequel and working with John again. She said, "What made me say no to a sequel for so long is that I didn’t have an idea that felt strong enough to write about. Then, when my daughter, Ilaria, started kindergarten, I realized I had become my own parents. That’s when the idea for the sequel hit me—on that very first day of kindergarten." Nia went on to explain, "I started writing that day, probably because I was almost kicked out of the school premises! I went to my little writing cave and poured all my emotions into the script. It was a way for me to express how much I didn’t want my daughter to grow up too fast."
Nia and John in My Big Fat Greek Wedding.
A Bond Beyond the Screen: Nia and John’s Off-Screen Friendship
When it comes to John Corbett, Nia has nothing but good things to say. She revealed, "John is one of my closest friends in the world. He’s exactly the guy you see on screen. Raised by a single mom, he has a real appreciation for strong women. He’s funny, he’s a prankster, and I just adore him. He’s an incredible guy." It sounds like their on-screen chemistry translates perfectly into real life, and that’s something truly special.
