Quinta Brunson and Kevin Jay Anik’s love story, once seemingly solid and deeply private, has come to an unexpected end. On March 19, 2025, the Abbott Elementary creator and star filed for divorce from her husband of three years, citing irreconcilable differences. Court documents confirm that the couple, who married in October 2021, had a postnuptial agreement in place, governing the division of their assets. The separation date remains undisclosed, adding an air of mystery to the dissolution of a relationship that was largely kept out of the public eye.
Brunson, known for her comedic brilliance and sharp storytelling, first introduced the world to her engagement in July 2020 with a subtle Instagram post. A single sentence, “More good news,” accompanied a photo of her hand adorned with a diamond ring. The lack of fanfare was characteristic of the actress’s approach to her relationship with Anik, a man who worked in California’s legal cannabis industry and preferred to stay far from the limelight. Details of their wedding were similarly sparse, with Brunson choosing not to share much about their ceremony beyond acknowledging their marriage in her acceptance speech at the 2022 Emmy Awards.
The Emmy-winning actress made history that night, winning Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series. Standing before the crowd, overwhelmed with emotion, she took a moment to express gratitude to the people closest to her. “In case I am not back up here again, I have to thank my mom, dad, brothers and sisters, my cousins … my wonderful husband because he’s the most supportive man I’ve ever known,” she said. It was the first time she publicly referred to Anik as her husband, confirming their marriage in a heartfelt and unexpected way.
Who Is Quinta Brunson’s Husband, Kevin Jay Anik?
Anik, though absent from the spotlight, was a consistent presence at a few major events alongside Brunson. In June 2022, the couple made their red carpet debut at the TIME100 Gala, where she was honored as one of the most influential people of the year. They were seen again in August 2023 at the Hall of Fame Induction Celebration for Dwyane Wade, where Brunson stunned in a colorful outfit while Anik kept it classic in a Gucci jacket. These public appearances, though rare, painted the image of a couple who, while deeply private, had a strong mutual admiration and support for each other.
Brunson continued to acknowledge Anik’s role in her success throughout her career milestones. During her Golden Globes win in January 2023 for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy, she tearfully stated, “I love my husband. I’m so happy. I love my cast. Oh, I love Abbott Elementary. Thank you so much.”
She repeated similar sentiments after Abbott Elementary’s cast won Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series at the 2023 SAG Awards. “I mean, a partner during all of this, you can’t buy that kind of support,” she told Entertainment Tonight. “Someone willing to go through what it takes to make Abbott and be a part of Abbott, it’s priceless. I don’t know what to say. I’m so grateful.”
Their love story, as Brunson revealed in her 2022 memoir, She Memes Well, began at a friend’s birthday party. They hit it off quickly, and while she kept the details of their relationship under wraps, it was clear from her words that Anik’s unwavering support allowed her to thrive in her career. In a candid 2022 interview, she reflected on how many of her past partners had struggled to understand her ambitions, but Anik was different.
“To be 100% fully me requires a lot of stuff that a lot of men do not have time for,” she admitted. “My husband, that’s what I mean by him being the biggest support, that there is no need to dim me at all. That allows me to love him fully and be the person that I want to be, and am meant to be.”
Despite these public affirmations of love and gratitude, the marriage quietly unraveled. On March 19, 2025, Brunson made the decision to legally end their union. Though the exact reasons remain unclear beyond the cited irreconcilable differences, the existence of a postnuptial agreement suggests that they had prepared for such a possibility. Additionally, both parties have agreed to handle their own legal fees, signaling an amicable split, at least in the legal sense.
Their last public appearance together was in 2023, and while their separation date is yet to be confirmed, it’s evident that their love story has reached its final chapter. For an actress who built her career on authenticity and humor, navigating the emotional weight of divorce in the public eye will likely be another challenge she approaches with grace.
Though the details of their relationship remain largely private, Brunson’s words and actions throughout the years have painted a picture of a deeply supportive partnership—one that, despite its end, played a significant role in her journey to success.
