{"id":613444,"date":"2025-06-05T14:31:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T21:31:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/?p=613444"},"modified":"2025-06-05T14:31:01","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T21:31:01","slug":"ryan-lochte-divorce-announcement-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/ryan-lochte-divorce-announcement-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Ryan Lochte and Kayla Rae Reid Announce Divorce; Focus on Family and Respectful Co-Parenting"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ryan Lochte and Kayla Rae Reid Announce Divorce; Focus on Family and Respectful Co-Parenting<\/strong><\/p>\n

Couple prioritizes their children and mutual respect in heartfelt decision.<\/em><\/p>\n

Olympic great Ryan Lochte<\/strong> and his wife Kayla Rae Reid<\/strong> have announced they are amicably ending their marriage after seven years. The couple, who married in 2018 and share three young children, released public statements highlighting their respect for one another and shared focus on family.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis has been an incredibly difficult decision for us both, but we believe this is the healthiest path forward,\u201d Lochte said. \u201cKayla will always be the mother of our children, and I will continue to support her and be the best father I can be.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reid echoed the sentiment in her own statement, emphasizing that their three children remain the top priority. The pair intends to co-parent with love and cooperation, underscoring a desire to maintain stability and positivity during this transition.<\/p>\n

Lochte, one of the most decorated swimmers in history with 12 Olympic medals, has been in the public eye for over two decades. His competitive fire, charisma, and resilience have made him a figure of fascination both in and out of the pool. From epic showdowns with Michael Phelps to memorable comebacks, his journey has been closely followed by fans worldwide.<\/p>\n

Relive some of Lochte\u2019s most iconic moments:<\/p>\n