8 Celeb Women Who Are Thriving After Getting Divorced In Their 40s

Figuring life out after a divorce is never easy, even if separating is the right decision. In fact, allowing time for the grieving process of a divorce is crucial, and many celebs in the spotlight have normalized just that. Some of the most candid remarks from celebrities about divorce show that even when you're rich and famous, heartbreak hurts just the same. However, many famous ladies who have gotten divorced in their 40s are examples of how powerful starting over can be.

From reality star Kim Kardashian, to supermodel Gisele Bündchen, to Hollywood icon Drew Barrymore — these women have ended their marriages and moved on, thriving even more after their divorces. Proving that one can grow and evolve at any age, the women on our list serve as an example that beauty, love, and career opportunities don't just stop after a failed marriage; in fact, they often come in abundance.

Reese Witherspoon proves how well one can thrive after two divorces. The "Legally Blonde" star was in her early 30s when she divorced her first husband, actor Ryan Phillippe, in 2007. Her second divorce came in 2023 when 47-year-old Witherspoon parted ways with talent agent Jim Toth. In 2024, she began dating financier Oliver Haarmann, and while the two seem serious, there is no news of a potential wedding. Witherspoon's professional life is also as busy as ever, and the actor looks just as stunning as she did back in her Elle Woods days, especially when dressed in pink.

When actor Gwyneth Paltrow and musician Chris Martin announced their separation in 2014, the Hollywood star was 41. Two years later, the couple's divorce was finalized, and since then, Paltrow has been married to producer Brad Falchuk. Not only did the "Shakespeare in Love" star find love again after getting divorced in her 40s, but she also continued running her company, Goop. The Hollywood star is also among the gorgeous celeb women in their 40s who make going gray look so chic, as the actor has been embracing subtle silver streaks in recent years.

Heidi Klum is yet another famous lady who got divorced twice — and the second time happened in her 40s. After divorcing hairstylist Ric Pipino in her late 20s, the German supermodel also parted ways with musician Seal, and their divorce was finalized in 2014 when she was 41. After the divorce, Klum found love again, marrying musician Tom Kaulitz in 2019. Now in her 50s, Klum is as fabulous as ever, and having fun is a major priority for her, especially during spooky season when she hosts her annual Halloween party.

In 2022, supermodel Gisele Bündchen and former NFL star Tom Brady divorced, surprising many. At the time, the Brazilian beauty was 42, and while divorce is never easy, Bündchen certainly didn't take too long to continue living her life. By 2024, her relationship with Joaquim Valente, a jiu-jitsu instructor, was confirmed. Career-wise, the model has also been thriving, even returning to her glamorous Victoria's Secret days in 2023 for a campaign. And, as Gisele Bündchen's most iconic red-carpet looks throughout the years show, her style has also evolved, becoming more versatile.

Drew Barrymore is a Hollywood star with three divorces behind her, yet she is still thriving. In her 20s, she got divorced first from bar owner Jeremy Thomas and then from actor Tom Green. In 2016, the 41-year-old "Charlie's Angels" star got her third divorce, this time from art advisor Will Kopelman. Since then, Barrymore has been more authentic than ever, continuing her success with "The Drew Barrymore Show." And as side-by-side pics of Drew Barrymore prove, the actor is aging like fine wine.

Shania Twain's journey to finding the love she'll "grow old with" is proof that going through a divorce in your 40s isn't the end of the world. In 2010, when Twain was 44 years old, her divorce from producer Robert "Mutt" Lange was finalized after the two had been separated for two years. In 2011, the "That Don't Impress Me Much" singer married Swiss businessman Frédéric Thiébaud, and the two have been together since. Now in her 60s, Twain is as stunning as ever, proving that she still has the talent, beauty, and charisma that helped her rise to fame in the '90s.

Musician Mary J. Blige was 45 when she filed for divorce from music producer Kendu Isaacs, and 47 when it was finalized in 2018. While the "No More Drama" singer has kept her love life private since, she shared in 2024 that she was dating someone. The R&B star has also opened up about staying child-free, as Mary J. Blige shared that she didn't want kids because she values her freedom. The star didn't let the divorce dim her light, as she kept rocking bold and daring outfits, continuously pushing fashion boundaries.

Reality star Kim Kardashian is also a celebrity with three divorces behind her. In her early 20s, she divorced music producer Damon Thomas, and in her early 30s she divorced basketball player Kris Humphries. In 2022, 41-year-old Kardashian officially divorced rap star Kanye West, after which she dated actor Pete Davidson and NFL star Odell Beckham Jr., and is currently in a relationship with race car driver Lewis Hamilton. In addition to the fact that her career has never been more successful, Kim Kardashian's post-divorce style transformation also helped her reclaim her independence.