Actor and InstaChurch founder Alan Ritchson announces divorce

Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in the series "Reacher" and as the founder of the faith-based ministry InstaChurch, has announced his divorce from his wife, Catherine. The couple, who share three children, released a joint statement on social media confirming the end of their 20-year marriage. They expressed a commitment to co-parenting and requested privacy as they transition into this new chapter of their lives.

Ritchson, who has been open about his lifelong Christian faith and his struggles with bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder, launched InstaChurch in 2022 to discuss Scripture and contemporary culture. In a recent video for the ministry, he utilized a 100-pound dumbbell to illustrate the burden of sin while teaching from Hebrews 12:1. He encouraged his audience to "lay aside every weight" to run the race of faith with endurance.