Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte is getting a divorce in Florida, and we have details
Divorces are rarely pretty, but Ryan Lochte’s is shaping up to be a doozy.
Two months after the Olympic swimmer’s wife, Kayla Rae Reid, filed for divorce in their home state of Florida, the exes’ personal problems are coming to light.
Last week, the parents of three, married since 2018, announced their split (separately) on Instagram.
“Earlier this year, I made the hard decision to end my marriage after deep prayer and reflection,” wrote Reid, 33. “I hold marriage in the highest regard, so this has been one of the most painful, revealing, and challenging seasons of my life.”
According to Alachua County court records obtained by the Miami Herald, the former Playboy model filed for a dissolution of marriage in Gainesville, Fla., where they reside, back in March.
Among the challenges the realtor may have been alluding to are serious financial problems.
Us Weekly reveals the estranged pair have racked up more than $270,000 in debt. This includes money owed to the Internal Revenue Service (for the years 2021 and 2022) as well to medical professionals.
In addition, a lien of $2,231.76 was filed on their house by their homeowners association over special assessments, late fees, costs of collection and more, the outlet reports.
“I’ve come to understand that staying isn’t always the most loving decision someone can make,” continued Reid. “For me, leaving was an act of love — for those around me and for myself.”
As for Lochte, 40, his Instagram post said he was “committed to healing, growth, and co-parenting with care and respect” in their new chapter.
The 40-year-old UF alum also alluded to challenges, saying it was a “difficult decision” to go their separate ways.
“Although [it] hasn’t been easy, I believe it’s the right step toward peace and well-being for both.”
This story was originally published June 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM.
