Millie Mackintosh and Hugo Taylor have reportedly taken the next step toward ending their marriage, filing for divorce just weeks after news broke that the couple had separated.
The former Made In Chelsea stars, who share daughters Sienna, five, and Aurelia, four, are said to have appointed legal teams and are hoping the process will be as smooth as possible. According to insiders, both Millie, 36, and Hugo, 39, want a clean break while continuing to raise their children together in a supportive environment.
A source revealed that fans may be saddened by the development but insisted the couple are determined to move forward respectfully. The insider said fans will be sad to hear that their relationship is really over, but the pair just want a clean break. They added that Millie and Hugo remain committed to co-parenting their two young children and keeping everything stable, explaining that they are still very amicable with each other and have a lot of respect for one another.
Another source echoed the sentiment, explaining that the pair hope the divorce will proceed as painlessly as possible while they both focus on their careers.
Millie and Hugo’s relationship stretches back many years. The pair first met as teenagers and began dating while appearing on E4’s hit reality show Made In Chelsea. They eventually married in June 2018, building a family together in the years that followed.
However, insiders say the couple quietly separated after what was described as a difficult year in their relationship. The strain reportedly intensified following Millie’s recent public reflections about her sexuality, which are believed to have added further complexity to the marriage.
Friends close to the pair previously confirmed that they had been having serious conversations about their future before ultimately deciding to part ways. One source explained that Millie and Hugo had known each other for many years and recently had heartfelt discussions about what was best for them both, ultimately concluding that separating was the right decision.
Despite the breakup, those close to the couple stress that their priority remains their family. The same insider said their main focus continues to be their children and maintaining a stable family life, adding that the separation was never something they hoped would happen.
In recent weeks, Millie appeared to hint at a new chapter in her life. Last month she travelled to India for a wellness retreat designed to help “heal” the nervous system while Hugo enjoyed a skiing holiday elsewhere.
During the trip, the reality star shared a series of reflective messages with followers, including a quote about embracing the present moment. The post read that you don’t always have to know what comes next in your journey, sometimes you just need to be where you are and know that it’s okay to be there, adding that there is beauty in accepting yourself in the present moment.
In another message she posted a powerful line that read: “And then the moon said to me, dear girl, it’s time to own your f***ing power.”
While their romantic relationship may be ending, those close to the pair insist they remain united in one important role — being parents to their two daughters.
