Tyler Hilton Confirms Split After 10-Year Marriage
At a Glance
- Tyler Hilton announced his separation from Megan Park on Instagram
- The couple met in 2007 and celebrated their 10-year anniversary in October 2025
- They share two children: son Benny and daughter Winnie
- Why it matters: The split comes just months after their milestone anniversary and recent creative collaboration
Tyler Hilton has confirmed his separation from wife Megan Park after a decade of marriage, addressing growing speculation about their relationship status.
The Announcement
The 42-year-old One Tree Hill actor took to Instagram on Friday, January 16, 2026, to share the news with his followers. In a straightforward post, Hilton acknowledged the online speculation that had been building around his marriage.
“A Life Update: I’ve never been super comfortable sharing personal information about our family life, but I’ve seen enough speculation online that I thought warranted clarity,” he wrote.
The actor explained that he and Park had decided to end their marriage “some time ago,” though he didn’t specify exactly when the separation occurred. Despite the split, Hilton emphasized their continued commitment to co-parenting their two children.
“We continue to make the kids and co-parenting the priority,” he stated in his post. “Thanks for continuing to respect our privacy.”
A Decade Together
Hilton and Park’s relationship spanned nearly two decades, beginning when they met on the set of the 2007 comedy-drama Charlie Bartlett. Their connection grew from co-stars to life partners, culminating in their October 2025 wedding.
The couple’s recent 10-year wedding anniversary celebration in October 2025 now carries a different weight given the current circumstances. At the time, they marked the milestone as a testament to their lasting partnership, unaware it would be their final anniversary together as a married couple.
Creative Partnership
Beyond their personal relationship, Hilton and Park had developed a strong creative partnership that continued even as their marriage came to an end. Their most recent collaboration came with the 2024 film My Old Ass, which Park wrote and directed while Hilton composed the musical score.
The project showcased their ability to work together harmoniously, even during what would become the final months of their marriage. Hilton spoke about their creative dynamic in an interview with News Of Los Angeles, highlighting the ease with which they collaborated.
“We have a shorthand,” Hilton explained. “We understand a lot of the same things. I also know what she’s looking for and she doesn’t have a musical vocabulary, so she’s like, ‘I kind of want it to feel like My Girl or like Casper or some kind of thing like that,’ and I just know what she’s talking about.”
The actor noted that Park had expressed interest in continuing their creative partnership beyond My Old Ass. “I think she wants to use me on things moving forward on her other projects and stuff,” he said. “I love scoring her stuff ’cause it keeps me home and not on the road.”
Family Life
The couple’s two children remain their primary focus as they navigate co-parenting post-separation. Their son Benny was born in 2024, making him less than two years old at the time of the split. Their daughter Winnie arrived in February 2020, putting her at nearly six years old.
The timing of their separation means both children will grow up with divorced parents, though Hilton’s statement emphasizes their commitment to maintaining stability for their family unit despite the changed circumstances.
Public Response
As of the announcement, Park has not publicly commented on the separation. The actress and director has maintained her privacy regarding the split, allowing Hilton’s statement to serve as the couple’s official word on the matter.
The news has generated significant discussion among fans who had followed the couple’s relationship since their early days as young actors. Their journey from co-stars to spouses to co-parents has played out partially in the public eye, making the confirmation of their split particularly noteworthy for those who had invested in their love story.
Moving Forward
Hilton’s statement suggests a desire to handle the separation with dignity and respect for their family’s privacy. His acknowledgment of the online speculation indicates that rumors had been circulating for some time before he chose to address them directly.
The actor’s focus on co-parenting priorities aligns with many modern separations where former couples work to maintain stability for their children. His request for continued privacy suggests both parties hope to handle the transition away from public scrutiny.
The Timeline
- 2007: Hilton and Park meet while filming Charlie Bartlett
- October 2025: The couple celebrates their 10-year wedding anniversary
- 2024: Birth of son Benny; collaboration on My Old Ass
- February 2020: Birth of daughter Winnie
- January 16, 2026: Hilton confirms their separation via Instagram
Key Takeaways
The confirmation of Tyler Hilton and Megan Park’s separation marks the end of a nearly 20-year relationship that began on a movie set and evolved into both marriage and creative partnership. Their decision to prioritize co-parenting demonstrates a commitment to their children’s wellbeing despite the end of their romantic relationship. The split, coming just months after their 10-year anniversary, serves as a reminder that even long-term relationships can face unexpected turns, particularly when lived partially in the public eye.
