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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fortune Feimster and Jacquelyn 'Jax' Smith are heading for divorce after 5-year marriage
Fortune Feimster and her wife of five years, Jacquelyn "Jax" Smith, are divorcing, the former couple posted Monday on social media. "Together, we have made the difficult decision to end our marriage," they wrote in a statement posted on their Instagram accounts. "We've been separated for a little bit, both of us dealing with tough health situations in our families, so it wasn't something we were ready to talk about." Read more: At 50, Chelsea Handler has it all: 'I'm a queen with or without a husband' They continued, "While we are sad to see this chapter of our lives come to a close, we wish each other nothing but the best as we move forward. We've had 10 years together, and there's so much to celebrate about that and so much we will look back on fondly." "The Mindy Project" actor, a Groundlings veteran, requested privacy in the wake of the news. Smith was a kindergarten teacher and later joined Feimster's creative team, executive producing three of her comedy specials, "Sweet & Salty" in 2020, "Good Fortune" in 2022 and "Crushing It" in 2024. The two met at a 2015 Pride event in Chicago, dated long distance for a few years, got engaged in 2018 and married in a small ceremony during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The women's families attended the wedding via Zoom. Read more: Fortune Feimster used her relatable voice in comedy to write her own success story "I want people to know me and Jax are like everybody else," the 44-year-old comedian told People in October 2022. "We happen to be gay but our story is not much different from other people's. ... You don't have to be gay to relate to an engagement story." Divorce? Definitely — albeit unfortunately — relatable. Feimster credits Chelsea Handler with launching her career as a writer-performer-standup comedian. She is credited as a writer on almost 600 episodes of "Chelsea Lately" between 2011 and 2014. 'She was putting people on TV that no one else was putting on TV,' Feimster told The Times in 2023, 'and not really caring if you fit the mold of who should be on TV. ... She was the first person who gave me the 'yes' when everyone was telling me 'no.'' Get notified when the biggest stories in Hollywood, culture and entertainment go live. Sign up for L.A. Times entertainment alerts. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Fortune Feimster and Jacquelyn ‘Jax' Smith are heading for divorce after 5-year marriage
Fortune Feimster and her wife of five years, Jacquelyn 'Jax' Smith, are divorcing, the former couple posted Monday on social media. 'Together, we have made the difficult decision to end our marriage,' they wrote in a statement posted on their Instagram accounts. 'We've been separated for a little bit, both of us dealing with tough health situations in our families, so it wasn't something we were ready to talk about.' They continued, 'While we are sad to see this chapter of our lives come to a close, we wish each other nothing but the best as we move forward. We've had 10 years together, and there's so much to celebrate about that and so much we will look back on fondly.' 'The Mindy Project' actor, a Groundlings veteran, requested privacy in the wake of the news. Smith was a kindergarten teacher and later joined Feimster's creative team, executive producing three of her comedy specials, 'Sweet & Salty' in 2020, 'Good Fortune' in 2022 and 'Crushing It' in 2024. The two met at a 2015 Pride event in Chicago, dated long distance for a few years, got engaged in 2018 and married in a small ceremony during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The women's families attended the wedding via Zoom. 'I want people to know me and Jax are like everybody else,' the 44-year-old comedian told People in October 2022. 'We happen to be gay but our story is not much different from other people's. ... You don't have to be gay to relate to an engagement story.' Divorce? Definitely — albeit unfortunately — relatable. Feimster credits Chelsea Handler with launching her career as a writer-performer-standup comedian. She is credited as a writer on almost 600 episodes of 'Chelsea Lately' between 2011 and 2014. 'She was putting people on TV that no one else was putting on TV,' Feimster told The Times in 2023, 'and not really caring if you fit the mold of who should be on TV. ... She was the first person who gave me the 'yes' when everyone was telling me 'no.''
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Comedian Fortune Feimster Reveals Her Mom Has 'Rare and Very Aggressive' Cancer: ‘It's Unfortunately Not Curable'
Fortune Feimster said her mom was diagnosed with Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of bile duct cancer She said a mass the size of a small orange was discovered on her liver and the disease is incurable The comedian said her mom will start chemotherapy and immunotherapy soonFortune Feimster is opening up about her mom's difficult health diagnosis. On Sunday, May 18, the comedian, 44, posted a photo on Instagram and revealed that her mother Ginger was recently diagnosed with an incurable cancer and 'she's got a fight ahead.' 'A few weeks ago she went to urgent care over shortness of breath and by coincidence she ended up getting a scan that showed a large cancer mass (about the size of a small orange) on her liver,' she shared. 'She was told it was stage 4. She's since had several biopsies and scans and she has a very rare and very aggressive cancer. It's Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma (ICC) bile duct cancer and there's a lot of it. It's stage 2.' Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that occurs in parts of the bile ducts within the liver. The disease affects about 8,000 people in the U.S. each year and is most common in people around age 70. According to the Cleveland Clinic, only a small amount of bile duct cancers are curable because they're typically not diagnosed until the disease has already spread. Feimster shared that this was the case for her mother. 'Luckily it's contained there for now but it's unfortunately not curable,' she wrote. 'However, you can treat it. Some people live a year. Some 15. She'll start chemotherapy and immunotherapy soon. We're going to do everything we can to get her the help she needs.' ! Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Feimster said there's still a lot that their family is learning and put a call out to anyone with expertise in her mom's type of cancer. She added that they're looking for specialists at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. 'In the meantime, she's asked for lots of prayers,' she ended. 'She's scared but ready to put up a big fight. And we're gonna go wig shopping soon. I did not offer to shave my head for her so hopefully I can find her something that makes up for it. She's resilient so I know she will be a champ and as always, our family will use light and humor to get through it. Let's go, Ginger!' In the comments section, fans of Feimster and fellow stars sent well wishes to her mother as she begins her cancer journey. 'Sending so much love and all my Strength to Ginger!' said Reese Witherspoon while Wanda Sykes added, 'Sending you and Ginger lots of love. Prayers on the way. Let's go, Ginger!❤️💪🏾' Jennifer Garner commented, 'Light, humor, and prayers for Ginger -/ coming right up!' 'Love you so much! Prayers upon prayers for your mom and your family! ❤️' Amanda Kloots wrote. Read the original article on People
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Comedian Fortune Feimster and Jacquelyn Smith are splitting up: Here's what we know
In a turn of events that's left fans both shocked and saddened, comedian and actress Fortune Feimster is officially parting ways with her wife, Jacquelyn Smith. The pair had been together since 2016 and married for just over four years. Now, insiders confirm that Feimster is preparing to file for divorce, marking the end of a near-decade-long relationship. Whispers of a breakup turn into confirmation According to reports from TMZ, the couple's split happened recently, though the exact timing remains unclear. Sources close to the comedian say she has only just started opening up about the separation within her inner circle, suggesting the situation is still fresh and emotionally raw. At this time, the reasons behind the breakup have not been made public, and both Feimster and Smith have remained tight-lipped. A private romance that stayed grounded Feimster and Smith's relationship began in 2016, when the comedian met the schoolteacher. Their romance quietly blossomed, leading to an engagement in 2018 and a small, intimate wedding in October 2020. The pair never had children but appeared deeply supportive of one another throughout their years together. Though they mostly stayed out of the spotlight, Feimster often referenced Smith in her comedy, offering fans glimpses into their relationship through humorous stories and heartfelt moments. Still bringing laughter despite personal loss Feimster isn't letting heartbreak slow her down. She's currently touring with her stand-up show Takin' Care of Biscuits, and fans continue to flock to her performances. Her comedy, known for its confessional, real-life tone, often draws from her personal experiences. During a 2023 appearance on The Tonight Show, she quipped: 'My wife, Jax, does not know who anyone is… she only cares about Madonna.' A new chapter for Feimster Though her personal life may be shifting, Feimster remains a force in the comedy world. From The Mindy Project to The L Word: Generation Q, she's known for her warmth, honesty and hilarious storytelling. And while fans will miss seeing glimpses of her life with Smith, they're rooting for her next chapter – onstage and off.
