Abby Elliott Files for Divorce From Husband Bill Kennedy After Nearly a Decade of Marriage
Hollywood actress Abby Elliott has officially filed for divorce from her husband, television producer and writer Bill Kennedy, bringing an end to their nearly decade-long marriage.
Court documents filed on Friday show that the The Bear star cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split, with the couple’s separation reportedly beginning on July 8.
The filing marks a significant personal development for Elliott, who has enjoyed a career resurgence in recent years thanks to her acclaimed role as Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto in the Emmy-winning FX series The Bear.
Abby Elliott Seeks Joint Custody of Their Two Children
According to the divorce filing, Elliott is asking the court to grant joint legal and physical custody of the couple’s two children.
The former couple share:
- Edith, 5
- William, 3
In addition to the custody request, Elliott is also seeking spousal support from Kennedy while asking the court not to award him spousal support from her.
She has further requested that Kennedy cover her legal expenses as the divorce proceedings move forward.
Neither Elliott nor Kennedy had publicly commented on the filing at the time of publication.
A Romance That Began on a Movie Set
Elliott and Kennedy first crossed paths while working on the 2014 comedy film Sex Ed, which Kennedy wrote and produced. Elliott starred in the film alongside Glen Powell, Haley Joel Osment, and Lorenza Izzo.
Their professional relationship soon developed into a romance.
After dating for roughly a year and a half, Kennedy proposed in October 2015.
Speaking about the proposal in a previous interview, Elliott described it as an intimate and traditional moment inside their apartment, complete with flowers and Kennedy getting down on one knee.
The couple married in September 2016 during a church ceremony in New England.
Family Life Before the Split
The couple welcomed their first child, Edith, in October 2020 before expanding their family again with the birth of their son, William, in June 2023.
Despite appearing to build a happy family life away from the spotlight, the marriage has now come to an end after nearly ten years.
The divorce filing did not disclose any additional details surrounding the separation beyond citing irreconcilable differences.
Abby Elliott’s Career Continues to Rise
Elliott has become one of television’s most recognizable faces following the success of The Bear, where she portrays Natalie Berzatto.
Before landing the hit FX drama, she spent four seasons as a cast member on Saturday Night Live between 2008 and 2012, becoming part of one of the show’s memorable comedy lineups.
Her acting résumé also includes films such as:
- No Strings Attached
- Life Partners
- Cheaper by the Dozen (2022)
She has also appeared in several television productions, including How I Met Your Mother, 2 Broke Girls, and King of the Hill.
Bill Kennedy’s Television Career
Kennedy has built a successful career behind the camera as a writer and producer.
His television credits include work on acclaimed series such as:
- House of Cards
- The Morning Show
- Tell Me Lies
While Elliott has spent much of her career in front of audiences, Kennedy has remained largely behind the scenes in television production.
Divorce Proceedings Now Underway
With the paperwork now filed, the former couple will move forward with legal proceedings involving custody, financial arrangements, and the division of marital responsibilities.
For now, neither side has released a public statement regarding the separation, leaving the court filings as the primary details available about the end of their nearly 10-year marriage.
