Last year, the sudden news of Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas separating made headlines. The couple, who appeared happy in the spotlight, got engaged after just a year of dating and married a few years later, eventually having two kids. However, their fairytale world came crashing down in September 2023, and soon after, there were hints of trouble in paradise.
While the divorce between the pair seemed quite civil and described as “amicable,” things took a rough turn during the time of custody of their two daughters. In an exclusive interview with British Vogue, Sophie Turner shared her struggles and described the divorce as the “worst days of her life.”
Sophie Turner Opens Up About Divorce Struggles: Mom-Shaming, Misogyny, and Finding Strength
Sophie Turner faced rumors about neglecting maternal responsibilities and being labeled a “party girl” during her divorce from Joe Jonas after four years of marriage. At the time, she was filming a television series, Joan, in the UK and expressed that it was one of the most challenging periods of her life, causing significant “mum guilt.” Despite the couple portraying their divorce as amicable and mutual on Instagram in September 2023, articles maligning her character spread like wildfire.
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas initially tried to maintain a public image of unity by releasing a joint statement about their divorce. However, Sophie explained that she couldn’t disclose certain information due to legal reasons, such as whether she knew about Joe Jonas’ intention to file for divorce. Despite their united front, Sophie faced unwelcome media trials, including false stories portraying her as an irresponsible mother.
The Game Of Thrones actor also expressed gratitude to the cast and crew of her series, Joan, in which she plays the lead role. Sophie referred to them as her emotional support system and extended family. Joan’s executive producer, Ruth Kenley-Letts was appalled by the disastrous turn of events after witnessing Sophie Turner’s firsthand account of media scrutiny. Ruth detailed some of Sophie’s upsetting experiences while shooting.
Even while filming in a remote location on a Spanish mountainside, the paparazzi managed to take pictures of Turner. Ruth explained how the media trials were spiraling out of control, with constant lies being circulated against her. She highlighted her continued presence with Turner for five months, proving the claims baseless.
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Sophie launched a lawsuit against Joe Jonas to return their girls to England, and the matter grew more tense. In response, Jonas’ team issued a statement reiterating his desire for joint custody and referring to the case as an “unfortunate legal disagreement.” The couple eventually arrived at a mutual ground of custody agreement, and the case was dropped in January. Despite feeling overwhelmed by the legal battle, Sophie says she found comfort in knowing she was protecting her children.
Taylor Swift Offered Support to Sophie Turner Amidst Divorce and Public Scrutiny
Amid a difficult divorce, Sophie found unexpected strength through her friendship with Taylor Swift. Swift’s support went beyond words of encouragement; she generously offered her New York apartment as a haven for Sophie and her children. This act of compassion provided much-needed stability and security at an unstable time. Swift’s dedication went beyond Sophie’s immediate needs; according to insiders, she offered the apartment “for as long as she needs,” exhibiting a deep and steadfast loyalty that helped her get through this difficult time.
Despite the bitterness surrounding their divorce, Sophie Turner maintains a courteous demeanor towards Joe Jonas. She discloses her dissatisfaction with the arrangement but emphasizes their children’s well-being. She expressed confidence in their capacity to co-parent and respects Joe’s role as a father.
Source: British Vogue
