After four years of marriage and two kids,Joe JonasandSophie Turnerare officially divorced.
TheGame of Thronesactress andJonas Brothersmusician first connected through Instagram DMs in 2016. While Turnerdidn’t expect to like Jonasat first, they fell hard for each other after one evening at a British pub.
A year later, Jonaspopped the question, and in 2019, the couple tied the knot twice: first in asurprise ceremony in Las Vegasand later at alavish affairin the French countryside. According to Turner, getting married only changed their relationship for the better.
“I feel as though the only thing that’s changed for me is having this incredible sense of security. Just the word ‘husband’ and the word ‘wife’: they solidify the relationship. I love being married. I think it’s wonderful. I’m sure we’ll have our hiccups, but right now the security and the safety are everything,” she toldEllein 2020.
Turner and Jonas welcomed two children together during their marriage:daughter Willa in 2020and daughterDelphinein 2022.
From their Instagram connection to their divorce, here’s everything to know about Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s relationship.
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Long before Jonas and Turner met in person, they had mutual friends who were trying to set them up. While their friends failed at playing matchmaker, the pair did follow each other on Instagram sometime in 2016 — and Jonas ended upsliding into Turner’s DMs.
“We had a lot of mutual friends, and they’d been trying to introduce us for a long time,“Turner explained, adding, “We were following each other on Instagram and he direct-messaged me one fine day, out of the blue.”
Not long after connecting on Instagram, Jonas invited Turner to hang out while his tour was passing through the U.K. Turner’s friends thought it would be “hilarious” and convinced her to agree.
“He didn’t bring security. He brought a friend, and they drank just as hard as the rest of us. I remember the two of us spending only a couple of minutes on the dance floor, and then we just found a space far in the corner and we just talked. We talked for hours, and hours, and hours. And I was, like, not bored. It wasn’t contrived. It wasn’t small talk — it was just so easy. And soon we were, like, inseparable. I went on tour with him,” Turner shared.
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That same month, Jonas and Turner attended a Halloween party together. Although they didn’t post about the event, a friend shared a group shot that included them both. In the snap, Turner could be seen in a bunny costume while Jonas was dressed as a dalmatian.
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Shortly after their holiday weekend together, sources confirmed to PEOPLE that Jonas and Turner were officially dating — and had no plans to see anyone else.
“They’re dating exclusively. He was playing the field, but he really likes her and is willing to settle down for her,” the source shared.
Days earlier, Jonas wasspotted on a strollwith Turner’s parents as they enjoyed an afternoon outing in London. Later that day, Jonas and Turner were captured sharing a kiss.
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After more than half a year of dating, Turner opened up in aninterview withMarie ClaireUKabout her relationship with Jonas for the first time. While she said she was “very happy,” she added how difficult it could be to date while in the public eye.
“You do feel like you’re living in a fishbowl! It’s frustrating [that] it’s the most mundane things that make the news — how boring! There are really no other headlines?” Turner said when asked about the relationship.
In September 2017, Jonas and Turner expanded their family with the addition of a Siberian Husky puppy named Porky Basquiat. Turnershared the newsin an Instagram post, writing, “Meet the newest addition to the krew @porkybasquiat 🐶”
Just a few months later, the couple also brought homePorky’s brother Waldo Picasso.
About a year after the couple first began dating, Jonas and Turnerannounced they were engaged. In matchingInstagram posts, they shared a photo of Turner’s hand with her engagement ring on display. Jonas captioned the image, “She said yes,” while Turner fittingly wrote, “I said yes.”
The couple received an outpouring of support from their famous friends and family, including Jonas' brother Nick,who wrote, “Ahh! Congratulations to my brother… and sister in law to be on your engagement. I love you both so much.”
In April 2018, Turnergot candid about her engagementto Jonas, explaining that it was a different kind of fulfillment than having success in her career.
“It’s lovely to be engaged. Not like I achieved anything, but I found my person, like I’d find a house that I love and want to stay in forever. There’s a sense of peace that comes with finding your person. But there’s a drive that comes with your career,” she shared.
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Jonas and Turner finallymade their red carpet debutin October 2018 at the Louis Vuitton show during Paris Fashion Week. The couple posed in chic color-coordinated gray and black looks, and Turner evenshared a snapfrom inside the event.
“With my love in Paris,” she captioned the image.
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In late 2018, the engaged couple spent the holiday season in London alongside the entire Jonas family — including newlyweds Nick andPriyanka Chopra Jonas. The festivities included a holiday meal at the Turner household, which was documented on Instagram.
“Family,” Turner captioned the photo, where she could be seen sitting around a table with her parents as well as the Chopra and Jonas families.
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In March 2019, Turner got candid in a cover story forGlamourUK aboutfinding happiness following an “identity crisis"as a teenager. She explained that after growing up faster than she probably should have, Jonas helped her find herself again.
“A lot of [my happiness now] is to do with being with a person I’ve fallen in love with, who loves me more than he loves himself, and who wants to see me find my own happiness. That was probably the biggest thing that pushed me to find who I am — and find my happiness in things other than acting,” she shared.
Kevin, Joe, and Nick’s lovely leading ladies — Danielle Jonas, Priyanka Chopra, and Sophie Turner.
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Later that month, Turner starred in theJonas Brothers' video for “Sucker"alongsideKevin Jonas' wifeDanielleand Nick Jonas' wife Priyanka. Turner later said during aninterview with USA Todaythat making the video was “a lot more chaotic” than any of her other acting projects.
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That same month, Jonas and Turner surprised fans when theytied the knot in a last-minute weddingat the famed A Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas. The couple walked down the aisle just hours after theBillboard Music Awards— and brought many of their famous friends along for the affair. WhileDiplolive-streamed the wedding on his Instagram,Dan + Shayprovided the musical entertainment. The couple even sealed the deal with Ring Pop wedding rings.
“We had to get legally married in the states, so we thought it’d be really fun to get all of our friends, invite them out, and do an impromptu wedding. And we actually had some people that I didn’t really even know that well there,“Jonas later revealed toGQ.
While Jonas' brothers Nick and Kevin were there to witness the nuptials, he admits that the whole thing “blew up” in his face because he later realized he had forgotten to tell his parents about the surprise wedding.
Just a month after their Vegas wedding, Jonas and Turner jetted to France for their official ceremony and celebration. Theextravagant but private affairwas held at Le Château de Tourreau in Sarrians, France, and only the couple’s closest family and friends were in attendance. Guests included Jonas' brothers, who served as groomsmen, as well as Turner’sGame of ThronescostarMaisie Williams, who was her maid of honor.
While they didn’t share the little girl’s name at the time,TMZ reportedthat the new parents named their daughter Willa.
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Two months after welcoming their daughter, Turnershared a series of photosfrom her pregnancy. In one snap, the actress could be seen showing off her bump while in the pool with one of the couple’s dogs, while another picture showed Jonas placing his hand on Turner’s stomach.
On the couple’s second wedding anniversary, they finally shared photos from their wedding weekend in France. On Instagram, both Turner and Jonas posted pictures from inside the lavish affair, which appeared to include a DJ set from Diplo, a performance from the Jonas Brothers and one very large wedding cake.
“The best two years of my life. Love you @sophiet,” Jonaswroteon Instagram, while Turnerpenned, “2 years as your wife holy moly I love you bub.”
Almost a year after welcoming Willa, Jonasappeared onCBS This Morningand discussed how “amazing” it had been to spend time with his family during quarantine.
“It’s been forced time at home … I’m always moving and traveling and touring. And to be in one place for a solid amount of time and just have my feet on the ground and be with my immediate family, is time I don’t think I’ll get back. I’m so thankful and grateful,” Jonas shared.
Shortly afterselling their Los Angeles home, Jonas and Turner picked up their small family and moved to Miami — although Turner latertoldElleUKshe would ultimately like to live in England.
In October 2021, Jonas shared asweet montage on TikTokto commemorate the five-year anniversary of meeting Turner for the first time.
In the video, the couple could be seen celebrating the milestone with a night out while “Hesitate,” the song Jonas wrote for Turner, played in the background.
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“It’s what life is about for me — raising the next generation. The greatest thing in life is seeing my daughter go from strength to strength. We’re so excited to be expanding the family. It’s the best blessing ever,” she shared.
DuringPEOPLE’s cover storywith the Jonas Brothers, the singer brieflyopened up about becoming a dad again.
“You really don’t know what to expect. I think [I’m] maybe a little less nervous [this time], but I’m just excited,” he said about his growing family. “It’s such an amazing part of life.”
Representatives for both stars confirmed exclusively to PEOPLE thatJonas and Turner had welcomed their second child, daughter Delphine.
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“It’s an adjustment period,” Jonas said. “Just something that I’m learning as I go, I think I can now work a little bit harder to take time off. I’m still trying to figure it out. Some weeks are a little bit more challenging than others, but it makes it a lot easier when you enjoy your gig … I wake up every day just thrilled to be able to go make music or act and create different projects and have a beautiful family, so it feels like a dream come true.”
In aninterview withMR PORTER, Jonas shared why he avoids talking about his relationship with Turner.
“I want to feel like an open book,” he told the publication. “But when we started dating, I realized that I didn’t have a ton of stuff that was just for me. And in the end, it makes me a better person to have something for myself.”
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Turner, who was dressed in a fiery red ensemble, sat front row to watch the Jonas Brothers receive theirstar on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Each brother was given an opportunity to speak — and Jonas made sure to give his wife a special shout-out.
“Sophie, what up homie. You’re my partner in crime. You keep me motivated and inspired every day. I strive to be as cool as you,” he said. “You got any plans after this?”
The couple’s two daughters weren’t present for the event but Jonas made sure to mention them during his time at the podium.
“To my little ones at home, Daddy loves you to the moon and back,” he said.
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The file also confirmed the former couple have a prenup in place.
Jonas and Turneropened up about their splitin a joint Instagram post.
“After four wonderful years of marriage we have mutually decided to amicably end our marriage,”the statement read. “There are many speculative narratives as to why, but truly this is a united decision and we sincerely hope that everyone can respect our wishes for privacy for us and our children,”
While on stage during a Jonas Brothers show in Los Angeles, Jonas seemed toaddress his splitfrom Turner.
“I just want to say, if you don’t hear it from these lips, don’t believe it. Okay?” he added. “Thank you, everyone, for the love and support to me and my family. I love you guys.”
The documents claim that the former couple agreed to have England as their “forever home” and were in the process of buying a house in the English countryside in April after selling a Miami property. During this time, Turner began filming theJoanminiseries and reportedly agreed to have their kids accompany Jonas on tour because he had more daytime hours for them, though she had “hesitation” about the “temporary arrangement.”
After Jonas filed for divorce on Sept. 5, Turner “reiterated” the plan to move to England but on Sept. 19, Jonas' attorney allegedly confirmed to Turner’s legal team that he wouldn’t be turning over the passports nor give consent for the move.
The suit states, “The Father has possession of the children’s passports. He refuses to return the passports to the Mother and refuses to send the children home to England with the Mother.”
Jonas responded to Turner’s suit the same day, calling Turner’s claim he is withholding their daughters' passports “misleading.” A representative for the musician said in a statement, “This is an unfortunate legal disagreement about a marriage that is sadly ending. When language like ‘abduction’ is used, it is misleading at best, and a serious abuse of the legal system at worst. The children were not abducted.”
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The papers stated that “the abatement has come to an end and thiscase is to be re-activated.”
A rep for Jonas told PEOPLE, “The filing was a legal formality, and the couple continues to negotiate an amicable resolution.”
In an interview withBritish Vogue, Turner said that she was on set filmingJoanin the U.K. and apart from her kids, who were in the U.S., when “all these articles started coming out.”
“It hurt because I really do completely torture myself over every move I make as a mother — mom guilt is so real!” she said. “I just kept having to say to myself, ‘None of this is true. You are a good mum and you’ve never been a partier.’ "
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During an interview withHarper’s Bazaar, Turner opened up about her divorce from Jonas.
“I’m going through a legal process right now where I can’t really say much, but it wasincredibly sad. We had a beautiful relationship, and it was hard,” she told the outlet.
source: people.com