Malcolm in the Middle star Frankie Muniz has announced that he and his wife, Paige Price, have decided to end their marriage after 10 years together.
The 39-year-old actor shared the news in an emotional statement posted to Instagram, revealing that the couple had privately separated before making the decision to divorce.
Muniz and Price tied the knot in 2020 after several years together and share a five-year-old son, Mauz.
Sharing a family photo alongside the announcement, the actor described the post as a "life update" and explained that while their marriage is ending, their friendship remains strong.
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"Following a period of separation that we kept private, Paige and I have decided to move forward with ending our marriage."
Reflecting on their relationship, Muniz said the pair had come to realise they worked best as close friends and co-parents.
"After 10 beautiful years together, we’ve grown in ways that made us realize our relationship feels most natural and strong as a deep friendship and as co-parents. We share an incredible son who remains the center of our world, and we’re both happier, stronger parents because of the love and growth we’ve shared."
Paige Price, Frankie Muniz. Kathy Hutchins, Shutterstock
The former child star also paid tribute to Price for the sacrifices she made throughout their relationship, thanking her for always supporting his career.
"I’m endlessly grateful to Paige for everything she’s done for me and our family. She put her own dreams on hold so I could chase mine, and she was always my biggest supporter. That foundation of respect and friendship isn’t going anywhere."
Muniz added that the pair plan to continue working together on Muniz Racing while raising their son as a team.
"We’re excited to keep building Muniz Racing together and to co-parent our boy with the same teamwork and love we’ve always had."
Frankie Muniz attends Hulu's 'Malcolm in the Middle Life's Still Unfair' miniseries premiere. Lev Radin, Shutterstock
Concluding his statement, the actor said they were looking to the future with optimism.
"We’re closing one chapter with gratitude and opening the next with bright futures ahead, for us as individuals and especially for our son. Thank you for the love and support."
The announcement comes as Muniz continues to balance his acting career with professional motorsport, having recently returned to television while also pursuing his passion for racing.
Frankie Muniz attending the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race Press Practice Day in Long Beach, California, 2011. Joe Seer, Shutterstock
Social media users, colleagues and fans alike have been showing their support online. One commented: 'I wish you both the very best for you as individuals and for your son.'
Another supporter said: 'I hate divorce but I love two people choosing to separate without bitterness and maintaining respect. It's rare and worth our admiration.' In the same vein, one commented: 'I admire how you are handling this. You guys will be amazing coparents.'
One social media user praised the couple for taking a tough but necessary decision with grace: 'This is so mature and full of empathy for one another. Bravo for not just digging your heels in when the relationship had already shifted into its next iteration. Admirable!'
