The news of their separation has come as a surprise to many, as the couple had been together for 45 years. Their relationship has often been celebrated as one of the enduring partnerships in Hollywood.
A spokesperson for Meryl Streep released an exclusive statement to address the situation, confirming the separation. The statement emphasised that while Don Gummer and Meryl Streep have chosen to lead separate lives, they continue to care for each other.
The statement read “Don Gummer and Meryl Streep have been separated for more than 6 years, and while they will always care for each other, they have chosen lives apart.”
The news of their separation has piqued interest, especially given Meryl Streep’s recent public appearances. She was spotted at the Princesa de Asturias Awards in 2023, where she was seen wearing her wedding band. This seeming contradiction between her public appearances and the confirmed separation adds an intriguing layer to the story.
The couple has not been seen together publicly since the 2018 Oscars. Over the years, they have kept their personal lives largely out of the public eye.
Tight family
Streep and Gummer share a close-knit family, with four children and five grandchildren. Their children include singer-songwriter Henry Wolfe, actress Mamie Gummer, actress Grace Gummer, and Louisa Jacobson. They raised their family at their tranquil Connecticut property located in the historic town of Salisbury.
The couple’s decision to live apart after such a long and seemingly harmonious marriage serves as a reminder of the complexities and changes that can occur in even the most enduring relationships.
