After 17 years of marriage, Darren Hayes has ended the relationship with Richard Cullen, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason for the divorce.
In a since deleted Instagram post, Darren Hayes said:
“After 17 years of marriage to the best person I have ever met, Richard and I have chosen to accept that our union has gently and beautifully come to rest,”
More of what Darren had to say on the divorce:
“In honour of this realization, we separated earlier this year and have been supporting each other emotionally throughout this massive change in our lives.”
“Because people will ask, let me answer the ugly questions to get them out of the way forever – no, there’s no scandal to report, no infidelity, guilty or third party.”
“We are still best friends. We always will be. Besides – we have a very cute and needy labradoodle to take care of – and the business of joy to attend to.”
Darren Hayes and Richard Cullen got married in 2005. Darren mentioned that when he first met Richard on “Gay.com,” Richard was not really familiar with Darren’s career.
These are some things Darren had to say about his now ex, Richard:
“He’s never been a Hollywood person. He’s just a decent human being,”
“He’s been a rock, and he’s been there for the highest of highs and all the lows. He would live with me in a dirt shack.”
Kristin’s thoughts: Those are kind words from a very brave soul. I remember when Darren Hayes came out with his relationship to Richard Cullen and the lovely song he wrote and sang for him, titled “So Beautiful” that was released in 2005. Darren poured his heart out and dropped a big hint about how he was feeling within the relationship back in 2022 with his song “It Feels Like It’s Over.” When I heard the news of his divorce, my heart broke for him, as he has truly been through so much. As always, I genuinely only wish the best for him, and I hope he only has brighter, much happier days ahead.