Kayla Rae Reid, the wife of Ryan Lochte, has filed for divorce, she announced in an Instagram post on Wednesday.
The former Playboy model revealed that ending their seven-year marriage was her decision, describing it as “one of the most painful” periods of her life.
“Earlier this year, I made the hard decision to end my marriage after deep prayer and reflection,” Reid posted. “I hold marriage in the highest regard, so this has been one of the most painful, revealing, and challenging seasons of my life. I’ve been hesitant to share until I could do so from a place of healing — not from fresh, open wounds.”
“Sometimes we face trials we didn’t choose or see coming. And in those moments, we’re forced to make the hardest decisions to protect our peace, our children, and our future. I’ve come to the understanding that staying isn’t always the most loving decision someone can make. For me, leaving was an act of love — for those around me and for myself.”
“Living with transparency and authenticity has been how I have grown into the person I am today, and I’ll continue to do so — while also protecting the parts of this journey that are private and unfolding in uncharted territory.”
According to court records obtained by People, Reid filed for divorce from the retired swimmer on March 26. Lochte, a 12-time Olympic medalist, and Reid share three children: son Caiden Zane, who turns 8 on June 8; daughter Liv Rae, who turns 7 on June 17; and daughter Georgia June, who turns 2 on June 22. The 40-year-old swimmer proposed to Reid in 2016, and the couple married two years later.
Ryan Lochte is an American swimmer and 12-time Olympic medalist, widely regarded as one of the most decorated swimmers in history. Born on August 3, 1984, in Rochester, New York, Lochte rose to prominence alongside Michael Phelps during the 2004 Athens Olympics, where he earned his first medals. Over his career, Lochte has won six Olympic golds, three silvers, and three bronzes, excelling in backstroke, freestyle, and individual medley events. He also set multiple world records, particularly in short course competitions. Known for his outgoing personality and colorful media presence, Lochte faced controversy following a scandal during the 2016 Rio Olympics, which led to a suspension from competitive swimming. Outside of the pool, he appeared on reality TV shows and pursued various endorsements.
Kayla Rae Reid, born on July 5, 1991, in Fairfax, Virginia, is an American model and former Playboy Playmate. She gained prominence as the Playmate of the Month in July 2015 and has also worked as a Monster Energy Girl. After moving to Palm Springs, California, at age 10, she pursued cheerleading and later transitioned into modeling. In 2016, she met Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte through Instagram; Beyond modeling, Reid has established herself as a realtor in Gainesville, Florida, and maintains a strong presence on social media, sharing personal updates and promoting various products.
