In a move that shocked fans but perhaps not those closely following the tabloid whispers, comedian Amy Schumer announced on Friday that she and husband Chris Fischer are divorcing after seven years of marriage. The Trainwreck star broke the news on Instagram with her signature blend of blunt humor and preemptive shade-throwing, captioning a throwback photo of the couple on a New York City subway: “Blah blah blah Chris and I have made the difficult decision to end our marriage after 7 years.” But what started as a fairy-tale Hollywood romance—complete with a surprise wedding and a son—has unraveled amid months of speculation, fueled by Schumer’s dramatic weight loss, cryptic social media moves, and the relentless scrutiny that comes with celebrity relationships.

Schumer and Fischer’s love story began in 2017, introduced through Fischer’s sister, who worked as Schumer’s personal assistant. The pair bonded during a trip to Martha’s Vineyard, where Fischer, a James Beard Award-winning chef known for his organic farm-to-table ethos, swept the comedian off her feet. Their romance moved at lightning speed: They went public in November 2017, and by February 2018, they were married in a secret Malibu ceremony attended by A-listers like Jennifer Aniston and Jake Gyllenhaal. Schumer later joked about the whirlwind on podcasts, saying they “got down to business really quick.”

The early years seemed idyllic. In May 2019, they welcomed son Gene (whose name was hilariously changed from the original “Gene Attell” to avoid royal baby comparisons with Prince Archie). Schumer was candid about motherhood’s challenges, including postpartum struggles and her endometriosis diagnosis, while Fischer provided quiet support. She often praised his autism spectrum diagnosis as a “superpower,” incorporating it into her stand-up and the Hulu series Life & Beth, loosely inspired by their marriage. “All of the characteristics that make it clear that he’s on the spectrum are all of the reasons that I fell madly in love with him,” she told Ellen DeGeneres in 2022.

But cracks began showing in recent years. Sources close to the couple described a shift to “routine” living, with parenting taking precedence over romance. One insider told Daily Mail that Fischer’s “brutal honesty” due to his autism—once a blessing—had become a “minor issue,” something Schumer joked about in specials but reportedly strained their dynamic privately. They focused heavily on Gene, now 6, but the spark faded amid busy careers: Schumer’s comedy tours and acting gigs, Fischer’s chef life on Martha’s Vineyard.

The real drama exploded in 2025, tied inextricably to Schumer’s health and transformation. Diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome in 2024—a condition causing facial puffiness and weight gain—she underwent treatment that led to a stunning 50-pound weight loss. Photos from events like the Tribeca Film Festival in June showed a slimmer, glowing Schumer, but the change ignited vicious online trolling. Commenters accused her of using Ozempic (despite her denials) and predicted marital doom: “Women always leave when they lose weight.”

Yet, the speculation persisted. Insiders whispered Schumer felt “lighter in her spirit” post-weight loss, wanting “more out of life.” She sold properties, including a Brooklyn townhouse, adding fuel. Their last public outing? June 2025 at a documentary premiere. By December, Schumer posted about loving a divorce-lawyer series, quipping, “And Chris and I are still married”—a hint in hindsight.

The announcement on December 12 was pure Schumer: Sarcastic, defiant, and ahead of the trolls.

She wrote: “We love each other very much and will continue to focus on raising our son… not becisse [sic] I dropped some lbs and thought I could bag s basket and not because he’s a hot Janlmes [sic] beard award winning chef who can still pull some hot tail. Amicable and all love and respect! Family forever.” Sources called it a “cohesive split” with “nothing ugly.”

Social media erupted. Supporters praised her grace: “This is how you announce a divorce—classy and funny.” But backlash was brutal, especially from corners fixated on her body. Trolls crowed: “Women always leave when they get hot again,” or “He stuck around when she was bigger.” Others mocked: “Predictable—Ozempic divorce.” Schumer’s preemptive jabs didn’t fully shield her; the narrative of “glow-up leading to break-up” dominated comments.

This drama highlights broader celebrity pitfalls: Intense scrutiny of women’s bodies, autism in relationships, and the pressure of “perfect” Hollywood marriages. Schumer, ever unfiltered, turned pain into punchlines, refusing to let trolls dictate the story. As she co-parents Gene and eyes new projects, fans wonder: Will this fuel her next stand-up special?

For now, the subway photo—a symbol of their grounded love—stands as a bittersweet reminder of what was. In Schumer’s words: Family forever. But the romance? Donezo.