Kristin Cavallari opens up about her 'painful' divorce from Jay Cutler

Kristin Cavallari has openly discussed the growth she experienced through her divorce from Jay Cutler. Speaking on the “Let’s Be Honest” podcast, she shared that the process taught her to embrace and learn from pain.

Embracing Pain

Cavallari explained that before her divorce, she avoided experiencing difficult emotions. She described a past tendency to ignore vulnerability and maintain a tough exterior. The separation allowed her to face her feelings head-on for the first time in her life.

A Path to Growth

The reality star reflected on how choosing to experience the full range of emotions during her divorce led to personal growth. She believes that enduring pain is essential for learning and development.

Life After Divorce

Cavallari and Cutler, who were married in 2013, share three children and announced their split in 2020 after nearly seven years together. They finalized their divorce in 2022 but continue to face challenges related to co-parenting.

Despite Cavallari's attempts to keep things amicable, adjusting to co-parenting with Cutler remains difficult. She described the experience as a "bumpy road" during a podcast appearance. Recently, Cavallari dated TikTok star Mark Estes; however, they ended their relationship in September 2024 after seven months together.