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Jenny Mollen Opens Up About Depression After 18-Year Marriage Ends
7/24/2026, 4:10:20 AM
Core Event: Public Disclosure of Mental-Health Struggles
The clip, set to Metric’s “Help, I’m Alive,” marked her first public acknowledgment of how the separation from Jason Biggs is affecting her mood.
Background & Context
Mollen and Biggs met on the set of *My Best Friend’s Girl* in 2007, became engaged in January 2008, and eloped later that year. A second ceremony with family took place in Napa, California, in July 2008. After 18 years of marriage, a representative confirmed their separation on May 14.
Timeline
- May 14 – A representative for the couple confirmed the split after 18 years of marriage.
- June 6 – The ex-partners were photographed arm-in-arm leaving a New York City restaurant with their sons.
- June 23 – Mollen discussed the breakup on Amanda Hirsch’s “Not Skinny but Not Fat” podcast, describing the situation as “surreal” and “bizarre.”
- July 22 – Mollen posted the Instagram video announcing her depression and describing her coping routine.
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Official Statements & Responses
Mollen has repeatedly emphasized that she and Biggs still communicate frequently—about 18 times a day—about schedules, holidays, and parenting responsibilities. She described their post-separation dynamic as “still romantic” and likened it to “your best friend,” noting that the arrangement is “not a normal breakup” where parties simply part ways.
On-the-Ground Reports
Followers responded to Mollen’s Instagram post with messages of support, many noting the difficulty of recognizing depression. The video itself shows Mollen twirling in a floral maxi dress, barefoot, conveying a juxtaposition of lighthearted visuals with her candid caption about mental health.
Why It Matters
Mollen’s openness adds a high-profile voice to conversations about depression following divorce, highlighting that even amicable separations can involve significant emotional challenges. Her description of ongoing co-parenting underscores a model where former spouses maintain collaborative relationships for the benefit of their children.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Verbatim Quotes
- “I am massively depressed. This is just what surviving looks like.” — Jenny Mollen
- “I’m sorry for your loss. I’m so deeply sorry.” — Jenny Mollen
What’s Next
Mollen has indicated she will continue discussing her experience in upcoming podcast appearances, though no specific dates have been announced. The couple’s co-parenting arrangement appears ongoing, with no public indication of a change in custody or visitation plans.
